Nichols Arboretum, Botanical garden in Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States.
The 128-acre complex contains more than 400 plant species arranged along hilly paths near the Huron River on the University of Michigan campus.
Founded in 1907 after Esther and Walter Nichols donated their 27-acre farm to establish a botanical garden for educational and scientific purposes.
Shakespeare in the Arb presents outdoor theatrical performances throughout different natural settings of the garden without artificial stage elements or lighting.
The arboretum maintains free public access throughout the year, with metered parking spaces available near the entrances on Washington Heights and Geddes Road.
The W.E. Upjohn Peony Garden features North America's most extensive collection of heirloom peonies, displaying 350 historical cultivars in a dedicated space.
Location: Michigan
Location: Ann Arbor
Inception: 1907
Operator: University of Michigan
Opening Hours: sunrise-sunset
Website: https://mbgna.umich.edu/nichols-arboretum
GPS coordinates: 42.28130,-83.72330
Latest update: December 8, 2025 17:31
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