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.

Donate & Support

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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Branching Out Speaker Series

February 13th, 3:30 pm4:30 pm

Title: Desert Roses: Women of Pinal County Description: A desert rose is a beautiful, hard mineral that rises from within the earth to ‘bloom‘ in a harsh environment. This is a good metaphor for the…

Nature Play

February 14th, 10:00 am12:00 pm

Discover Nature Play at the Children’s Garden!   Unplug and Reconnect with Nature! Join us for Nature Play at the Children’s Garden, where families can escape the screens and dive into the wonders of the…

Paint at the Arboretum | Queen Butterflies

February 14th, 2:30 pm4:30 pm

Unleash your creativity this Valentine’s Day amongst the inspiring beauty of Boyce Thompson Arboretum. Under the guidance of artist Carla Keaton, you will paint a unique masterpiece to take home. Whether you’re an experienced painter…

Yoga in the Garden

February 21st, 10:00 am11:00 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…

Nature Play

February 21st, 10:00 am12:00 pm

Discover Nature Play at the Children’s Garden!   Unplug and Reconnect with Nature! Join us for Nature Play at the Children’s Garden, where families can escape the screens and dive into the wonders of the…

Events

See what’s coming up

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

Check out our webinars, too!

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A broad-billed hummingbird taking a pit stop at Boyce Thompson Arboretum

Discover over 200 species of Arizona`s birds. Plan your visit at the link in bio.

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Nothing beats views like this

Stop by the Perennial Garden during your next trip to Boyce Thompson Arboretum.

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Gopher Spurge (Euphorbia rigida) and a honey bee

Euphorbia rigida is native to Southern Europe and Southwest Asia. Blooming late winter to early spring, this sprawling plant is adding bright pops of green and yellow to our Arboretum landscape.

See what`s in bloom. Plan your visit at the link in bio.

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Wing Memorial Herb Garden at Boyce Thompson Arboretum

Showcasing low-water use native and southern European herbs that thrive in the Sonoran Desert. Stroll the winding paths and explore how resilient herbs adapt, flourish, and perfume the desert air.

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Immerse yourself in the beautiful diversity of desert plants with a visit to Boyce Thompson Arboretum.

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