Anderson Japanese Gardens evolved from an individual’s vision to create a unique amenity for the Rockford region into an internationally renowned public garden. The founder’s principals of authentic design, first-class craftsmanship and world-class maintenance have led to the Gardens’ reputation as one of the finest Japanese gardens in the world. Today, the Garden operates as a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and attracts nearly 100,000 guests annually.
We are proud of the Gardens’ longstanding recognition as one of the highest quality Japanese gardens in the world. What motivates us, however, is the positive impact the Garden has on individuals. We have deliberately focused on broadening the Gardens’ appeal by transitioning it from a passive guest attraction to a highly-programmed regional amenity. We have found this transformation has opened the Garden and its restorative qualities to a much larger audience
