Nestled along Biscayne
Bay in Coconut Grove is
one of South Florida’s
most beautiful and
treasured historical sites,
THE KAMPONG.

This 13-acre tropical paradise is the former residence of famed horticulturist Dr. David Fairchild. Its main house and breathtaking gardens were saved for posterity through the generosity of its subsequent owner, Catherine Hauberg Sweeney, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Today The Kampong serves as an exceptional venue for scientific study, community programming, educational conferences, and events.

A botanical collection of 3,000 species of tropical plants, laboratory and teaching facilities, and residential accomodations make up the “living classroom” that is The Kampong. Students, scientists, and professionals participate in educational courses, conduct individual research, and share information while visiting the garden. Kampong partners include the University of Florida, Florida International University, Harvard University, University of Miami, Miami-Dade College, the Miami-Dade Heritage Trust, and Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden.

The Kampong is open to the public for tours, by appointment. Click here for more information.

The Kampong is one of five gardens and three preserves of the National Tropical Botanical Garden, a not-for-profit institution dedicated to discovering, saving, and studying the world's tropical plants and to sharing what is learned.

NTBG's support comes solely from donations from individuals and grants from public and private foundations. For more information on supporting The Kampong through a donation or membership, call (305) 447-1040. Click here to see the NTBG calendar of events.

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