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Our Mission

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.

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Adult

$24.95

Youth (Ages 13-17)

$24.95

Child (Ages 5-12)

$10

Members & Children under 5

$0

Walks & Tours

From daily general tours to specialty walks focusing on birds, ethnobotany or geology, you’ll find the perfect tour for you!
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Wallace Desert Garden

Now open, the new Wallace Desert Garden encompasses 13 acres, 1.5 miles of trails, and 5,000 new plantings in an incomparable setting.
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Classes & Programs

Enjoy classes ranging from gardening tips to gourd art and photography. Some classes and activities have fees.
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Bird Walk

November 11th, 8:15 am – 9:30 am

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…

Yoga in the Garden

November 12th, 9:00 am – 10:00 am

Relax and restore in this all-levels yoga class held outside in the tranquil setting of the Arboretum. During this class, participants are shown how to mindfully move through gentle postures with breath awareness to promote relaxation,…

Cart Tour

November 12th, 9:30 am – 10:30 am

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…

Paint in the Arboretum: Adult Watercolor Class

November 14th, 9:00 am – 11:00 am

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 immersed in…

Butterfly Walk

November 14th, 9:30 am – 10:30 am

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…

Events

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Each season brings exciting events and activities, from Family programs to specialty walks!

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