The mission of Boyce Thompson Arboretum is to inspire appreciation and stewardship of desert plants, wildlife, and ecosystems through education, research, and conservation.”
Every visit supports research, environmental education, and directly benefits the mission and success of Boyce Thompson Arboretum.
Sold Out Learn the basics of painting from life before going out into the arboretum to create your own plein air masterpiece in watercolor! Plein Air (from French for “outdoors”) is the act of painting the environment while being…
Learn about commonly found butterfly species and their host plants with a butterfly expert from Central Arizona Butterfly Association. Walks are subject to availability. Registration is first come, first serve. To register for a tour…
During the fall, the Arboretum has some amazing fall colors. Families will learn about the fall colors around the Arboretum and create a collage with nature materials. Non-Member child (5-17yo): $10 Member child: $8 Adults are free with admission or membership* *Please…
Boyce Thompson Arboretum has been named an Important Bird Area by the National Audubon Society, serving as a habitat for numerous species of birds. Join our beginner-friendly guided walk to explore this unique landscape with…
Explore the arboretum with our Docents on a golf cart tour! We invite you to join us for an hour long cart ride to some of our most scenic spots of the arboretum. Our knowledgeable…
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