Brookgreen Gardens
Brookgreen Gardens is a sculpture garden, botanical garden and small wildlife zoo at 1931 Brookgreen Drive in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, in Georgetown County. It suits visitors who want outdoor sculpture, gardens and walking trails on the Grand Strand. The one thing to know is that daytime gates close at 4:30 PM, even though the grounds are listed as open until 5:00 PM, according to the official website.
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Weather at Brookgreen Gardens, today
| Time | Sky | Temp | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 am | Sunny | 47°F | N 14 mph | 0% |
| 10 am | Sunny | 53°F | N 17 mph | 0% |
| 12 pm | Sunny | 60°F | N 18 mph | 0% |
| 2 pm | Sunny | 64°F | N 17 mph | 0% |
| 4 pm | Sunny | 65°F | N 17 mph | 0% |
| 6 pm | Clear | 63°F | N 16 mph | 0% |
Daylight
| Sunrise | 7:23 am |
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| Sunset | 6:39 pm |
| Question visitors ask | Brookgreen Gardens hours tickets Nights of a Thousand Candles |
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| County | Georgetown County |
| Official site | www.brookgreen.org |
How do you get to Brookgreen Gardens?
Brookgreen Gardens is at 1931 Brookgreen Drive, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576. The official website says it is off US Highway 17 Bypass, between Murrells Inlet and Pawleys Island. The main phone number is 843-235-6000, and the website links to Google Directions for route planning. The website does not list parking details, so check before you go.
The Wikipedia article places the gardens just south of Murrells Inlet on Waccamaw Neck in Georgetown County, between the Waccamaw River and the Atlantic Ocean.
What does Brookgreen Gardens cost, and when is it open?
According to the official website, Brookgreen Gardens is open daily from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM. For daytime admission, the gates close at 4:30 PM. The daily general admission ticket is valid for 7 consecutive days. Listed prices are adults 13 to 64 at $25, seniors 65 and over at $23, and children 4 to 12 at $14. Children 3 and under are free. Check the official website before you go, because prices and hours can change.
The gardens are open all year. The website invites visitors to join or renew a membership to visit year-round and to attend special events.
What are the rules for pets and service animals at Brookgreen Gardens?
Pets are not allowed at Brookgreen Gardens. Pets also cannot be left in vehicles inside the grounds. The official website says these rules are for the safety of visitors and of the animal collection. Service animals that have received special training to assist people with disabilities are welcome.
When should you visit Brookgreen Gardens?
The official website lists several exhibits with set dates. The National Sculpture Society 93rd Annual Awards Exhibition runs from August 8 through October 25, 2026, with hours of 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM. The quilt exhibition What Remains: Quilts of Use, Care and Time runs from October 17, 2026 through February 28, 2027, with hours of 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The Children's Imagination Walk is on Saturday, October 24, from 11 AM to 3 PM.
The Nights of a Thousand Candles holiday event begins Friday, November 27, according to the homepage. Check the official website before you go for its dates, hours and tickets.
Brookgreen Gardens: questions visitors ask
What are the Brookgreen Gardens hours and ticket prices?
According to the official website, Brookgreen Gardens is open daily from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM, and daytime gates close at 4:30 PM. Adults 13 to 64 pay $25, seniors 65 and over pay $23, and children 4 to 12 pay $14, while children 3 and under are free. Check the official website before you go, because prices and hours can change.
When does Nights of a Thousand Candles start at Brookgreen Gardens?
The official website says the Nights of a Thousand Candles holiday tradition begins Friday, November 27. Check the website before you go for dates, hours and tickets for the event.
Can you bring a dog to Brookgreen Gardens?
No. The official website says pets are not allowed at Brookgreen Gardens, and pets cannot be left in vehicles inside the grounds. Service animals trained to assist people with disabilities are welcome.
How many sculptures are at Brookgreen Gardens?
Wikipedia states that about 1,445 works of American figurative sculpture are displayed at the Archer and Anna Hyatt Huntington Sculpture Garden at Brookgreen Gardens. Many of the works are by Anna Hyatt Huntington, and other American artists are also featured.
What is the Brookgreen Gardens property's history?
Wikipedia states that the gardens were opened in 1932 on land that was four former rice plantations, taking its name from Brookgreen Plantation. The article notes that Brookgreen Plantation's owner, Joshua John Ward, held more than 1,000 enslaved African Americans before his death in 1853.
Does Brookgreen Gardens have a zoo?
Yes. The official website lists the Lowcountry Zoo among its areas, and Wikipedia describes a small zoo and a nature exhibition center on the property. The official website also lists Animal Rehab, Native Wildlife and Red Wolves as zoo topics.
What is the phone number for Brookgreen Gardens?
The official website lists the phone number as 843-235-6000. The address is 1931 Brookgreen Drive, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576.
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