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What are your hours of operation?
The garden is open daily starting at 9 a.m. (except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day). During the holiday season, closing hours vary. Members should present their membership card and photo ID to gain entry.
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Do you offer free garden admission?
Our next free day for the community is Monday, February 17, 2025 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. We also partner with Omaha Public Library, other area libraries, and with the Museums for All program to offer free or discounted admission.
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What buildings/garden areas are closed?
The Marjorie K. Daugherty Conservatory and the woodland trail will be closed from January 1 through early fall 2025 to complete the second phase of the conservatory's refresh. During this time 20+ outdoor gardens and the floral display hall will remain open for your enjoyment.
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How do I reserve/purchase advance timed tickets?
Tickets may be purchased via this website from the buy tickets button at the top of the page or from any of the ticketing links throughout. You will need to select a visit date, as well as the number of tickets needed. Members must first create an account with their email address and sign in to receive their benefits (discounts are added after products are added to the cart). If you have technical difficulties or need assistance, please contact us at (402) 346-4002, ext. 201/250.
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What times do the trams run?
Weather permitting, the tram runs on Friday, Saturday and Sunday in April and daily from May through October (see below for departure times). The 50-minute tour is $5 per person and is $3 for garden members. Tickets may be reserved at the front desk upon check-in and are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
On Monday through Thursday, the tram runs at 9:30, 10:30, and 11:30 a.m. and 12:30, 1:30, 2:30, and 3:30 p.m.
On Monday and Tuesday evenings from May 15 through September 12, additional trams run at 4:30 and 5:30 p.m.
On Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, the tram runs every half hour from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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What services are available?
The gift shop is currently open during regular hours of operation. The ConAgra Café is currently open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily, with a hot special, as well as selection of sandwiches and side dishes. Manual wheelchairs are available to reserve/loan on a first-come, first-served basis (we do not offer motorized wheelchairs or scooters). Daily tram service typically runs from May-October. J's Coffee will suspend service from May 13 through November 22 while the Marjorie K. Daugherty Conservatory renovation occurs.
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What do I do as a member of a reciprocal garden?
We welcome members of other public gardens that participate in the American Horticultural Society's Reciprocal Membership Program. The physical membership card of their member garden and a photo ID are required for entry. Gardens vary in their membership benefits and admission structure. If you have questions about how your membership reciprocates with Lauritzen Gardens, please call us at 402-346-4002, ext. 201 or 214. Please note: Lauritzen Gardens enforces the 90-mile exclusion policy. Nebraska Statewide Arboretum members are not eligible for reciprocal admission.
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Is Kenefick Park open?
Kenefick Park is open and accessible to the public for free during the garden's hours of operation. Visitors should park in the south-most tier of the parking lot to access the staircase. A sidewalk/ramp is accessible from the southwest end of the lot. The tram tour does not include Kenefick Park.
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