Dunn Gardens

We preserve and enhance Dunn Gardens as a public resource, celebrating the original 1915 Olmsted design and showcasing the evolution of garden design in the Pacific Northwest. Preservation of the Dunn Gardens is dependent on your generosity and we thank you for your support. You can donate to the Dunn Gardens Endowment, General Funding, or for a specific purpose.

Your gifts are tax-deductible. We invite you to rent a room for your next small event in our private garden setting. It is an ideal location for a quiet corporate retreat or meeting, a self-catered meal, cocktail party, picnic, or a micro-wedding ceremony.

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History and Archive

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In 1914, Arthur Dunn purchased 10 acres of undeveloped rural land in what is now the Broadview neighborhood of Seattle. The gently sloping property was extensively wooded, had ample open space for garden development, and commanded sweeping views of Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains to the west.

Visiting & Tours

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Members and up to four guests are welcome to wander the grounds Monday through Saturday between 9 am and 4 pm. Please park on Northshire Dr NW, taking care not to block driveways nor both sides of the street. Although we love dogs, we ask that you leave your four-legged friends at home. Dunn Gardens is open to the public for docent-led guided tours.

Directions

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Go past three houses on right, then turn RIGHT into our entrance marked by two brick pillars with an open white gate. Keep LEFT at the first fork, following the small green signs, LEFT at the second fork, then take the next RIGHT which loops in front of our grey two-story cottage.

Group Reservation Policy

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Do you have a large group of gardening friends or belong to an organization that fancies a day out? Private tours of 8 people or more can be arranged at both regularly scheduled times or outside of scheduled times. If you wish to arrange a group tour please contact the office at 206-362-0933 or info@dunngardens.org to make the booking. Please note that group tours must be prepaid and booking at least 4 weeks in advance is appreciated.

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