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1 event, What if the insects we often overlook could stop you in your tracks with beauty? Step into a world where dragonflies hover overhead, butterflies balance on petals, and bees shimmer in sunlight—each one larger-than-life and crafted in glass. “Glass in Flight” is an immersive outdoor sculpture exhibit by renowned Tucson-based artist Alex Heveri. Featuring over... Read more » Free with Admission | 1 event, | 0 events, | 1 event, What if the insects we often overlook could stop you in your tracks with beauty? Step into a world where dragonflies hover overhead, butterflies balance on petals, and bees shimmer in sunlight—each one larger-than-life and crafted in glass. “Glass in Flight” is an immersive outdoor sculpture exhibit by renowned Tucson-based artist Alex Heveri. Featuring over... Read more » Free with Admission | 2 events, - When the sun goes down, the wings light up. Experience Glass in Flight like never before—under the stars and aglow with color. For a limited number of evenings, the Arboretum will stay open late to unveil Glass in Flight at Night, an illuminated twist on our dazzling outdoor sculpture exhibit. With strategic lighting and nightfall... Read more » Free with Admission | 3 events, -  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 great outdoors. Every Saturday, from November to April, bring your kids to explore, play, and learn using nature-based activities. ... Read more » - When the sun goes down, the wings light up. Experience Glass in Flight like never before—under the stars and aglow with color. For a limited number of evenings, the Arboretum will stay open late to unveil Glass in Flight at Night, an illuminated twist on our dazzling outdoor sculpture exhibit. With strategic lighting and nightfall... Read more » Free with Admission | 2 events, - When the sun goes down, the wings light up. Experience Glass in Flight like never before—under the stars and aglow with color. For a limited number of evenings, the Arboretum will stay open late to unveil Glass in Flight at Night, an illuminated twist on our dazzling outdoor sculpture exhibit. With strategic lighting and nightfall... Read more » Free with Admission |
1 event, | 1 event, | 1 event, | 1 event, | 3 events, -  Title: The Sonoran Desert: A Global Bee Biodiversity Hotspot Description: With over 21,000 species globally, bees can be difficult to study, and our taxonomic knowledge concerning them continues to grow. The Tucson Bee Collaborative works to use DNA sequencing in conjunction with traditional museum collections to establish baselines for bee biodiversity in southern Arizona. So... Read more » $15 - When the sun goes down, the wings light up. Experience Glass in Flight like never before—under the stars and aglow with color. For a limited number of evenings, the Arboretum will stay open late to unveil Glass in Flight at Night, an illuminated twist on our dazzling outdoor sculpture exhibit. With strategic lighting and nightfall... Read more » Free with Admission | 6 events, -  Join instructor Deb McClarnon for 1 hour of guided yoga surrounded by free roaming puppies! This all-levels yoga class, held in the lobby of our historic Smith Greenhouses, will show you how to mindfully move through gentle postures with breath awareness to promote relaxation, flexibility, and circulatory health. Pre-registration is required. Ticket includes arboretum admission.... Read more » $35 - 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 great outdoors. Every Saturday, from November to April, bring your kids to explore, play, and learn using nature-based activities. ... Read more » - Calling all dog lovers and outdoor enthusiasts! Bring your furry friend and enjoy a fun-filled day at Tails & Trails, where adventure meets wagging tails. Some highlights of the activities that will be available: Adoptions with PCACC and Barb’s Dog Rescue Docent lead dog hikes Pet-related vendors Food/Beverage Trucks Puppy Yoga (Pre-registration Required) Dog training... Read more » Free with admission | 2 events, - When the sun goes down, the wings light up. Experience Glass in Flight like never before—under the stars and aglow with color. For a limited number of evenings, the Arboretum will stay open late to unveil Glass in Flight at Night, an illuminated twist on our dazzling outdoor sculpture exhibit. With strategic lighting and nightfall... Read more » Free with Admission |
1 event, | 1 event, | 1 event, | 1 event, | 3 events, - Join us for Homeschool Day: Home Sweet Home at Boyce Thompson Arboretum! Through hands-on learning stations, learners will deepen their understanding of living things and their habitats. All activities align with Arizona Science Standards for K-2nd grade, but all learners aged 5 years and older are invited to attend. Spend the day at the Arboretum... Read more » $9 – $12 - When the sun goes down, the wings light up. Experience Glass in Flight like never before—under the stars and aglow with color. For a limited number of evenings, the Arboretum will stay open late to unveil Glass in Flight at Night, an illuminated twist on our dazzling outdoor sculpture exhibit. With strategic lighting and nightfall... Read more » Free with Admission | 3 events, - 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 great outdoors. Every Saturday, from November to April, bring your kids to explore, play, and learn using nature-based activities. ... Read more » - When the sun goes down, the wings light up. Experience Glass in Flight like never before—under the stars and aglow with color. For a limited number of evenings, the Arboretum will stay open late to unveil Glass in Flight at Night, an illuminated twist on our dazzling outdoor sculpture exhibit. With strategic lighting and nightfall... Read more » Free with Admission | 2 events, - When the sun goes down, the wings light up. Experience Glass in Flight like never before—under the stars and aglow with color. For a limited number of evenings, the Arboretum will stay open late to unveil Glass in Flight at Night, an illuminated twist on our dazzling outdoor sculpture exhibit. With strategic lighting and nightfall... Read more » Free with Admission |
1 event, | 1 event, | 1 event, | 1 event, | 2 events, - When the sun goes down, the wings light up. Experience Glass in Flight like never before—under the stars and aglow with color. For a limited number of evenings, the Arboretum will stay open late to unveil Glass in Flight at Night, an illuminated twist on our dazzling outdoor sculpture exhibit. With strategic lighting and nightfall... Read more » Free with Admission | 4 events, - 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 great outdoors. Every Saturday, from November to April, bring your kids to explore, play, and learn using nature-based activities. ... Read more » -  Craft a one-of-a-kind flower using the wet felting technique - an art form that uses soap, water, and friction to transform wool fibers into shapes or images. In this workshop, you’ll design a felted flower that’s uniquely yours, whether it be inspired by nature or imagination. No experience necessary! Your ticket includes a take-home kit... Read more » $110 - When the sun goes down, the wings light up. Experience Glass in Flight like never before—under the stars and aglow with color. For a limited number of evenings, the Arboretum will stay open late to unveil Glass in Flight at Night, an illuminated twist on our dazzling outdoor sculpture exhibit. With strategic lighting and nightfall... Read more » Free with Admission | 2 events, - When the sun goes down, the wings light up. Experience Glass in Flight like never before—under the stars and aglow with color. For a limited number of evenings, the Arboretum will stay open late to unveil Glass in Flight at Night, an illuminated twist on our dazzling outdoor sculpture exhibit. With strategic lighting and nightfall... Read more » Free with Admission |
1 event, | 1 event, | 1 event, | 1 event, | 2 events, - When the sun goes down, the wings light up. Experience Glass in Flight like never before—under the stars and aglow with color. For a limited number of evenings, the Arboretum will stay open late to unveil Glass in Flight at Night, an illuminated twist on our dazzling outdoor sculpture exhibit. With strategic lighting and nightfall... Read more » Free with Admission | 3 events, - 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 great outdoors. Every Saturday, from November to April, bring your kids to explore, play, and learn using nature-based activities. ... Read more » - When the sun goes down, the wings light up. Experience Glass in Flight like never before—under the stars and aglow with color. For a limited number of evenings, the Arboretum will stay open late to unveil Glass in Flight at Night, an illuminated twist on our dazzling outdoor sculpture exhibit. With strategic lighting and nightfall... Read more » Free with Admission | 0 events, |
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This Friday is your LAST CHANCE to join a Critter Crawl! Explore the Arboretum after dark to see the critters that call our garden home. If you`re lucky, you may see:
🦂Scorpions
🦇Bats
🐸Toads
🕷️Spiders
🐍And more!
We only have THREE spots left. Register now before it`s too late!
Visit the link in our bio to reserve your spot.
Thinking about pruning your shrubs? Whatever you do, don`t give into the temptation of turning them into spheres!
Shearing a plant into a sphere actually destroys it`s structure. The thick, outer layer of leaves keeps sunlight from reaching the middle, causing the interior to hollow and die. It`ll attract more harmful insects, diseases, and reduce the amount of flowering.
Instead of excessive shearing, prune your shrub to match it`s natural shape. You`ll get a healthier plant with fuller, more beautiful blooms. 🪻
#texassage #shrubpruning #gardeningtips #aznature #plantlovers #plantfacts
🌱Bring outdoor learning to your classroom!
Our Classroom Outreach Programs explore the Sonoran Desert and the world of plants while aligning with Arizona Science Standards. Best of all - they`re FREE for schools within the Cooper Corridor.
Our programs are made possible through support from @resolutioncopper. Interested in scheduling a program? Reach out to us today!
#natureeducation #outdoorlearning #coppercorridor #STEAMeducation #scienceeducationmatters
We have a mushroom growing on one of our Eucalyptus trees!
This yellow fungi is likely a Laetiporus gilbertsonii, also known as Chicken of the Woods. If you visit us within the next week or so, you can find it growing on a tree across from Mr. Big in the Eucalyptus Forest. You don`t want to miss it!
#chickenofthewoods #mushroom #desertmushroom #desertnature #naturelovers #plantlovers
One of these eggs is not like the others... 🤔
Do you see the brown, speckled egg in this nest? It likely came from a Brown-headed Cowbird! Cowbirds are brood parasites, meaning they lay their eggs in nests of other bird species. Once the egg hatches, the unsuspecting parents will raise the baby Cowbird without ever knowing it`s not one of their own.
#birdsofarizona #birdfacts #brownheadedcowbird #broodparasite #birdnest #aznature #birding
Have you ever been to the STEM Dugout at a Diamondbacks game?
Presented by @resolutioncopper, the STEM Dugout features education displays and learning activities for kids of all ages! You can find the Dugout near section 327 on Chase Field`s upper concourse.
We had the privilege of participating during yesterday`s game, and will be back Wednesday, August 26th! If you happen to be there, stop by to learn about desert plants and their pollinators. We hope to see you there!
#Diamondbacks #stemdugout #STEMLearning #btarboretum #natureeducation #planteducation #NatureForKids
Have you tried a jujube before? They`re yummiest when brown and slightly wrinkly and taste similar to dates! They are a favorite sweet treat for our local wildlife.
#jujube #jujubetree #wildfruit #aznature #plantlovers #plantfacts
Tickets are now on sale for Boyce Thompson Arboretum’s fourth annual Green Gala!
Join us for an unforgettable evening under the stars while supporting our mission to inspire appreciation and stewardship of desert plants, wildlife, and ecosystems through education, research, and conservation.
Surrounded by the beauty of the Sonoran Desert, you will enjoy fine dining, meaningful connections, and a special program put together just for you.
🗓️Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
🕛Time: 4:00-8:00pm
📍Location: Hill House Property
38815 E Arboretum Way
Superior, AZ 85713
Visit the link in our bio to get tickets today!
