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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Holiday Hangout

December 14th, 10:00 am3:00 pm

Celebrate the season with us at Holiday Hangout, happening Saturdays and Sundays from December 6th-21st! From 10 am – 3pm, shop local vendors and find one-of-a-kind gifts at our holiday marketplace.   Holiday Hangout activities…

Glass in Flight at Night

December 14th, 5:00 pm8:00 pm

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…

Glass in Flight at Night

December 19th, 5:00 pm8:00 pm

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…

Yoga in the Garden

December 20th, 9:00 am10:00 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…

Holiday Hangout

December 20th, 10:00 am3:00 pm

Celebrate the season with us at Holiday Hangout, happening Saturdays and Sundays from December 6th-21st! From 10 am – 3pm, shop local vendors and find one-of-a-kind gifts at our holiday marketplace.   Holiday Hangout activities…

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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Have you wondered what tree species are changing color at Boyce Thompson Arboretum?

Learn about the five species of trees at the Arboretum that transform with stunning color every fall.🍁

Plan your visit to see the fall color before it`s gone. Get tickets at the link in bio.

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Celebrate the season and get your holiday shopping done at Holiday Hangout!

This weekend and next, shop local vendors and find one-of-a-kind gifts at Boyce Thompson Arboretum`s Holiday Hangout marketplace. Vendors will be in our Picnic Area from 10 am - 3 pm on Saturdays and Sundays. Activities are free with admission. Food, beverages, and merchandise are available for purchase.

Plan your visit at the link in bio.

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Meet the Broad-billed Hummingbird, a seasonal visitor of Boyce Thompson Arboretum.

This Friday, you can learn about the Broad-billed Hummingbird and our other local hummingbird species at Branching Out: Hummingbirds, Our Avian Jewels! Nature photographer, Cindy Marple, will discuss why Arizona is the “hummingbird capital” of the US. Learn about the expansive hummingbird family and how to identify the local species in the Valley.

Date: December 12, 2025
Time: 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Tickets: Members: $12, Non-members: $15

Take a glimpse into the fantastic world of hummingbirds. Get tickets at the link in bio.

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Peak fall color continues to decorate Boyce Thompson Arboretum.

Fall color is still going strong across the Canyon Region and Demonstration Garden. If you weren`t able to make it this weekend, make sure to stop by next weekend! This is the perfect time to take pictures and make the most out of Arizona`s fall and winter season.

Plan your visit at the link in bio.

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Thank you to @arizonasfamily for this feature on our amazing Fall Colors at @btarboretum! Please come visit and enjoy! Info is at www.BTArboretum.org BEAUTIFUL!
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