October – April: Open daily 8am – 5pm. Last admission 1 hour before closing.

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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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Members-Only Garden Tour

December 6th, 10:00 am11:00 am

Members are invited to a special walking tour of the gardens led by our Horticulture Project Manager, Mary Villarreal. Members will have the chance to see and learn more about our newest plantings and will…

Nature Play

December 7th, 10:00 am12:00 pm

Discover Nature Play at the Children’s Garden! When: 10 am – 12 pm, Saturdays from October to April, no registration needed Where: Children’s Garden Cost: Free with admission Unplug and Reconnect with Nature! Join us…

Holiday Hangout

December 7th, 10:00 am3:00 pm

Join us for our annual Holiday Hangout! Bring your family (including furry family members) for photos with Santa, crafts, a holiday marketplace featuring local vendors, adoptable dogs, and more! December 7th and 8th, 2024 10…

Holiday Hangout

December 8th, 10:00 am3:00 pm

Join us for our annual Holiday Hangout! Bring your family (including furry family members) for photos with Santa, crafts, a holiday marketplace featuring local vendors, adoptable dogs, and more! December 7th and 8th, 2024 10…

Forest Bathing

December 14th, 9:00 am11:30 am

Forest Bathing, also known as Shinrin-yoku, is the practice of spending time in nature for the purpose of enhancing health, wellness, and happiness. During this class, participants will be led on a 2-and-a-half-hour walk through…

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

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🍂 Watch and discover the tree species at Boyce Thompson Arboretum that transform with stunning colors every fall. ...

Step into a world of natural wonder. Whether you`re unwinding in a peaceful grove or marveling at a bird in flight, every moment spent outdoors is time well spent. Ready to explore? ...

Happy Thanksgiving from Boyce Thompson Arboretum!

Today, we pause to express our heartfelt gratitude for your continued support of our mission to inspire appreciation and stewardship of desert plants, wildlife, and ecosystems through education, research, and conservation. Because of you, we’re able to continue preserving and sharing the beauty and wonder of the Arboretum.

We’re closed today to spend time with our families, but we look forward to welcoming you back tomorrow during our normal operating hours.

Photo by Tim Lee
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Relive the excitement of our 2024 Green Gala!

We’re still buzzing from the incredible energy from this year’s Green Gala! From the lively jazz from @TheNash Interns, the showcase of our vivid Spiny Splendor sculptures to the stunning moments of generosity, the night was truly unforgettable. Watch the highlight video provided by @Call to Auction to see the moments that made this gala so special.

A huge thank you to our sponsors @Resolution Copper, @SRP, @HonorHealth Foundation, @Event Rents, @Call to Auction, Joseph and Gail Giacobazzi, American Family Insurance, Matthew Storms Agency, Imre and Lorna Kertész, @Latest Craze Productions, The Lester Family, @Northern Trust and Carol Parrott. Your support enables us to advance our mission to inspire appreciation and stewardship of desert plants, wildlife, and ecosystems through education, research, and conservation.
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The Arboretum is full of hidden gems waiting to be discovered. Have you found a favorite spot yet? Drop your recommendations for fellow visitors in the comments!

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Step outside and let nature work its magic. From colorful blooms to darting hummingbirds, the Arboretum is alive with wonders waiting to be discovered. Where will your adventure take you?

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