Vision: To create an environment for all generations that is beautiful, calm and reflective, educational and recreational. A setting that tells the story of our relationship with land and water, pride in our past and vision to the future.

General Info

Wellfield Botanic Gardens is open year-round. Activities include special events and festivals, workshops and educational opportunities, a summer concert series, winter wonderland holiday lights, and seasonal programming and exhibits. Facilities may be rented for private events including weddings, anniversaries, corporate rentals, and celebrations of life. The Mission of Wellfield Botanic Gardens is to celebrate the inseparable relationship between water and life, inspire creativity and lifelong learning, foster stewardship of our natural world, and grow community. 36 acres in size, half of which are water, Wellfield resides on a historical piece of property originally known as the “North Main Street Well Field.” The property has been a source of hydraulic energy and drinking water for the City of Elkhart since the mid-1800s. Wellfield holds a lease agreement with the City of Elkhart and is a private, 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization.Wellfield Botanic Gardens is open year-round. Activities include special events and festivals, workshops and educational opportunities, a summer concert series, winter wonderland holiday lights, and seasonal programming and exhibits. Facilities may be rented for private events including weddings, anniversaries, corporate rentals, and celebrations of life. The Mission of Wellfield Botanic Gardens is to celebrate the inseparable relationship between water and life, inspire creativity and lifelong learning, foster stewardship of our natural world, and grow community. 36 acres in size, half of which are water, Wellfield resides on a historical piece of property originally known as the “North Main Street Well Field.” The property has been a source of hydraulic energy and drinking water for the City of Elkhart since the mid-1800s. Wellfield holds a lease agreement with the City of Elkhart and is a private, 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization.

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Regular Hours:

Mon - Sat	9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sun	11:00 am - 5:00 pm

Contact Info

Phone:

Main - 574-266-2006

Address:

1011 N Main St Elkhart, IN 46514

Email:

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Links:

http://www.wellfieldgardens.org

https://wellfieldgardens.org

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Categories

Botanical Gardens, Environmental, Conservation & Ecological Organizations, Nature Centers, Tourist Information & Attractions, Volunteer Placement Services

Payment Options

all major credit cards, visa, mastercard, amex, discover

Location

A part of the "The Gateway Mile" we are located on North Main Street in Elkhart, Indiana, just north of the St. Joseph River (Main Street Bridge). Our Visitor Cottage and entrance to the Gardens is at 1011 N. Main Street, approximately 1/4-mile north of t

Amenities

Beautiful garden settings, accessible nature trails, photography opportunities, special events for families, educational programming including landscaping classes, wellness offerings such as yoga and healthy eating, as drop in programs for children and families.

Accreditation

American Public Gardens Association (APGA)

American Horticultural Society (AHS)

Elkhart County Convention and Visitors Bureau

Associations

Wellfield Botanic Gardens is a proud member of the American Public Gardens Association, as well as a reciprocal admission benefits member of the American Horticultural Society. We are proud partners with the City of Elkhart, Downtown Elkhart Inc., the Elkhart Chamber of Commerce, Elkhart County Convention and Visitors Bureau, and the RiverWalk Culture Trail.