As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, Boyce Thompson Arboretum relies on admissions, donations, annual memberships, plant and merchandise sales and fundraising events to achieve our mission.
Volunteers support every operation and are the heart and soul of BTA. Major and Legacy Gifts have a long-term impact, providing support for buildings, gardens and large-scale programs.
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The Arboretum will close at 5PM on Saturday to the general public! Last admission is at 4PM.
For more info and tickets, visit us at btarboretum.org
It’s #BirdWeek at Boyce Thompson Arboretum!
Nov 1–7, spot your favorite feathered friends and tag @btarboretum + #birdweek to share your best shots!
Get tickets at the link in bio.
📸: Tim Lee
Meet the American snout butterfly (Libytheana carinenta), a master of disguise. Snout butterflies have elongated mouthparts and brown wings that help them look like dead leaves to predators.
Come explore the trails and spot these fascinating pollinators in action. Get tickets at the link in bio.
Appreciate nature up close and afar.
From sweeping landscapes to the veins of a Pavonia hastata petal, Boyce Thompson Arboretum has endless sights to see.
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These guests got in the boo-tanical spirit early with their visit to Boyce Thompson Arboretum. 🎃
Wishing everyone a Happy Halloween!
Please note, we will be closing early on Saturday, November 8th to the general public.
Last entry is at 4PM and gates close at 5PM.
Plan your visit accordingly!
The first signs of fall are here!
Leaves are just starting to change, hints of golden now, with deep reds to come in a few weeks. 🍂
Plan your visit today! Get tickets at the link in bio.
We often get asked what the coatis are eating when they’re spotted in the arboretum. Coatis are omnivores, meaning they eat both plants and animals, and spend much of their day foraging for food. Although they are primarily seen going after fruit and bugs, they can go after larger prey, such as mice, lizards, and small birds.
As a reminder, please do not feed wildlife. It’s best practice to keep food in airtight containers when wildlife may be present.