Nehrling Gardens

Nehrling Gardens is a must see tourist destination; a historical, horticultural, & environmental resource filled with original native architecture, and beautiful landscapes. It's also the remaining 6 acres of pioneering horticulturist Dr. Henry Nehrling’s Gotha home and gardens, & one of the first USDA experimental stations in Florida! Nehrling Gardens serves as a natural oasis where all can learn from the valuable historic genome of the remaining plants and experience the peace and beauty of nature at this National Register estate and Florida Heritage Landmark. It was visited by many prominent people, including Theodore Roosevelt, Thomas Edison, and renowned horticulturists David Fairchild and Liberty Hyde Baily.

Nehrling Gardens Educational Programs: All include hands-on activity and nature walk, “place-based” educational principles and focused on local Florida habitats, animals, & environment Includes educational presentations, as well as interactive and engaging discussions and activities. Some of the children’s classes we offer are:

- Tree Teaching
- Wildlife Wonderland
- Become a Bird Scientist
- Florida Critter Class
- Insects in your Garden
- Butterfly Buddies