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Strolling the Gardens
Walking
Hiking
Bicycling
Fishing
Picnicking
Cross Country Skiing
Butterfly Viewing
Birding
Nature Photography
Nature Study
Outdoor Play
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Spring Update
Nature, gardens and lawns spring back to life. Stroll through our exquisite formal gardens and find peace among the hellebores, early bulbs like daffodil and tulips, flowering crab apples, lilacs, dogwoods, and tree peonies. Look for native woodland wildflowers blooming along the Marie Aull Nature Trail, which runs approximately one mile through the Swamp Forest and natural area beyond the gardens. Our pleasant walking trails and benches make Wegerzyn Gardens MetroPark a perfect place to take in the sights and sounds of springtime. While you're here, don’t forget to visit the naturally scultpted Patrick Dougherty Exhibit or take your bike for a spin on the Stillwater River Bikeway! |
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- About The Park
Stroll through formal gardens and the delightful Children’s Discovery Garden. Every
season has something special to offer. Home gardeners will find a wealth of design
ideas, wonderful plants, and cultivation techniques suitable for the Miami Valley.
Also walk the Marie Aull Nature Trail and Swamp Forest Boardwalk and discover the
scenic Stillwater River corridor.
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- History
The Wegerzyn Horticultural Center was founded in 1973 as the result of a generous
gift by Mr. Benjamin Wegerzyn and the dedicated work of area garden clubs. The Wegerzyn
Center and Wegerzyn Gardens are now a part of Five Rivers MetroParks and are dedicated
to providing the people of the Miami Valley with learning experiences in gardening,
horticulture, the environment, and urban land stewardship of the River Corridor.
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- Accessibility
- Parking lot has curb cuts and ramps to the sidewalks
- All pathways in the Formal Gardens and the Children’s Discovery Gardens are handicapped
accessible
- There is an elevator as well as a handicapped ramp for the Wegerzyn Center
- Restrooms inside and outside are ADA accessible
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- Directions & Public Transportation
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Directions
Take I-75 to Wagner Ford Rd./Siebenthaler Ave. Exit and turn right on to N. Dixie
Dr. and then left on Siebenthaler Ave. Pass Ridge Ave. and turn right on the park’s drive at the bottom of the
hill before the bridge. The Wegerzyn Center is located in the center of the Cultural
Arts Complex; gardens are to the right of the parking lot.
City of Dayton Bike Route Map
Bike/Walk Dayton! Get around town easily with this downloadable Bike Route Map.
Public Transportation
RTA Bus Route 16
Take route 16 northbound on Main through downtown will travel to Riverside and Siebenthaler.
Continue on foot across the bridge one block to the park.
• Plan a Bus Trip!
• Learn about
RTA's Bike Rack Program
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- Conservation
In addition to the developed horticultural facilities Wegerzyn Gardens MetroPark
contains an outstanding example of a swamp forest, mature woodlands along the Stillwater
River, the rich aquatic life of the Stillwater River, a meadow, and two planted
prairies. The Marie Aull Nature Trail is adorned by a stunning variety of trees
and wildflowers, and provides many opportunities for spotting native birds and wildlife.
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Visitor Information
GPS Coordinates:
Latitude: 39.798605
Longitude: -84.205017
Park Hours:
Park Grounds
- April 1 - October 31, 8 am – 10 pm
- November 1 - March 31, 8 am – 8 pm
- Closed Christmas and New Year's Day
- Garden grounds closed on September 13, 2012 (Wegerzyn Gardens Foundation Charity Event)
Children’s Discovery Garden
Hours:
- Spring and Fall (April/May / Sept/Oct):
10:00am-6:00pm
- Summer (June/July/August):
10:00am – 8:00pm, water play area open
- Winter (March/Nov/Dec):
10:00am-4:00pm
- Closed Jan and Feb
- Closed for pathway maintenance Mar 26-30 and Sep 4-7, 2012
Wegerzyn Center Hours:
- 8 am – 5 pm, weekdays
- Closed major holidays
Facility Rental:
Wedding ceremonies can be scheduled in the formal
gardens. Call (937) 277-6545 for information and a brochure.
Parking:
Free parking is available: See map
School Group Tours:
Schools and other youth and adult groups may schedule guided tours of the gardens.
Call (937) 277-6545.
View a list of Field Trips 
Pet Policy:
Dogs are allowed on leash only. Leashes may be no longer than eight feet. Dogs are
not permitted in the gardens.
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Park Features/Amenities |
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Wegerzyn Gardens MetroPark is a formal garden park that also features a Children's Discovery Garden, recreation trails, wooded walking paths, and a swamp forest. Other amenities include: |
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