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Explore More Illinois, RAILS’ online cultural and recreational pass for Illinois libraries, spotlights Anderson Japanese Gardens in Rockford! Anderson Japanese Gardens is proud of its longstanding reputation as one of the highest-quality Japanese gardens in North America. Their passion, however, is how the Garden positively impacts individuals and the communities where they live. They are committed to presenting first-class programs, events, and opportunities that bring people together in this uplifting natural setting. Anderson Japanese Gardens was one of our most visited attractions in 2022. The gardens open on April 24, but you can start making reservations immediately. Receive free admission with paid admission Monday through Friday.

The Garden is offering buy one get one free admission per group on weekdays.  Explore More Illinois users can access and reserve passes from any of our attractions on their participating library’s website.

Please visit the Explore More Illinois website for a list of current attractions. For more information, please contact Jessica Barnes or 630.734.5181.

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Anderson Japanese Gardens