SHINZEN FRIENDSHIP GARDEN
Shinzen Friendship Garden is an independent 501(c) 3 charitable organization and relies on contributions from individuals, corporations and foundations to cover the cost of its operations. Your contributions allow us to deliver on our mission to create and grow a North American Japanese Garden that engages and inspires it’s community.
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Become a Member of the Garden
Members are the heart of Shinzen Friendship Garden, sharing their talents, gifts, and energy to support this historic landmark and unique environment in Fresno.
A membership to Shinzen Friendship Garden supports the 5-acre garden with its unique landscape and architectural features, the exquisite Clark Bonsai Collection, and programs and festivals promoting Japanese art and culture in the Central Valley.
Garden Hours:
OPEN: Wed – Sun: 10am – 5pm
CLOSED: Monday and Tuesday
Garden Admission*
Under 4yrs: Free
4-14yrs: $1/ea.
15yrs-Adult: $5/ea.
Seniors 62+: $1/ea.
Students: $1/ea.
Family: $7 (2-5 people)
*Woodward Park Parking: $5; $3 for Seniors; $7 during National Holidays. Credit Cards are accepted.
Please note that Woodward Park has implemented a new parking fee payment system. Parking KIOSKs are located throughout the Woodward Park and Shinzen Garden parking lot.
Learn more HERE
Clark Bonsai Hours
Open Wed-Sun, 10am-4pm*.
*When temperatures exceed 95 degrees, the bonsai collection hours are 10am -1pm. Unfortunately, the bonsai museum will be closed when it’s raining, the air quality is considered unhealthy for all groups or when docents are unavailable.
Please Contact Us to confirm the museum hours or request an appointment to tour the museum outside of the posted hours.
Support Shinzen Garden
Since our opening in May of 1981, Shinzen Friendship Garden has captivated our hearts with its breathtaking beauty and unwavering commitment to fostering cultural understanding and friendship.
Our mission is to create and grow a North American Japanese Garden that engages and inspires. For us to accomplish this mission, we rely on the generosity of individuals just like you for support. Without your investment in the garden, we would not be able to share this culturally significant garden for over 40 years with the community.
We are asking that you commit to supporting our Cultivating Culture annual campaign by donating to the garden. Your donation will directly benefit Shinzen Friendship Garden and provide our community with the opportunity to experience the wonder and serenity of the garden.
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