Admission is free. No reservations needed.

Japanese Garden Program

    We are opening a season of celebration for the Fabyan Japanese Garden's Centennial with a special program at the St. Charles Public Library's Carnegie Room on Thursday, March 25th at 7 p.m. Tim Gruner, curator of Rockford's Anderson Japanese Garden, will present Patterns in Nature that Inspire Japanese Gardens; the Interaction between Garden and Architecture.

    Mr. Gruner is a 20-year veteran at the Anderson site and has worked closely with the Garden’s designer and builder, Mr. Hoichi Kurisu of Kurisu International. As an expert in Japanese Garden philosophy, pruning, maintenance and construction, Tim's singular program will highlight the design theory underlying both the 1910 Fabyan and 1972 Anderson Japanese Gardens.

Visit the Fabyan Japanese Garden

Season Opening: Sunday, May 2nd

Beginning in May, this acre of tranquility will be open Sundays from 1-4:30 p.m. From June to October, guests are also welcomed to visit on Wednesdays from 1 to 4 p.m.   

Savor a moment or two of harmony with nature in the historic, 100-year old garden, while learning how to add a touch of magnificence to your own backyard.

Fabyan Villa Museum Season Opening

Saturday, May 15th from 1-4:30 p.m.

Regular hours are Wednesdays from 1 to 4 p.m., and Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 4:30 p.m.  A delight for persons of all ages and backgrounds, guided tours share the Fabyans’ fascinating story and explore Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture. You're invited to discover the Fabyans' private collection of Asian artifacts, natural history specimens, original furniture, and plenty of surprises!