Membership Matters! Boyce Thompson Arboretum partners with its members, volunteers and visitors to achieve its mission.
Membership fees support our educational programs for children and adults, as well as the Arboretum’s growth and development.
Please note effective August 1, 2025, we will no longer accept guest passes that do not have an expiration date.
All Memberships Include
- Unlimited annual admission
- 10% discount on gift shop and plant purchases (or more depending on your
level) - 20% discount on plants during Fall and Spring Plant Sales
- Access to exclusive members-only events and members-only pricing for all
ticketed events - $5 admission discount for your guests
- Fun, friendly and timely e-newsletter
- 20% discount on gift memberships (not available for purchase online)
- Reciprocal Admission Reciprocal Admission to 300+ gardens, arboreta and conservatories through the American Horticulture Society (AHS) *Does not include Desert Botanical Garden or Japanese Friendship Garden in Phoenix
- The satisfaction of knowing you’re contributing to an improved quality of life, increased science literacy, and enhanced appreciation for the natural world by students and visitors of all ages
Membership Levels
Click to join or renew online, visit us in-person, or call Membership Services at (520) 689-4522 during regular business hours. Purchase a membership when you visit the Arboretum and admission for two adults will be covered! Memberships purchased online will be processed and mailed within two weeks. To make other arrangements, or if you have any questions, please call Membership Services at (520) 689-4522. All membership levels are available as gifts.
For Individuals & Families
- All standard benefits listed above
- Unlimited annual admission for two cardholders
- All standard benefits listed above
- Unlimited annual admission for two cardholders
- Free admission for your children and grandchildren under age 18
- Unlimited annual admission for two cardholders
- One additional accompanied adult guest on each admission
- Free admission for your children and grandchildren under age 18
Arboretum Patrons
- Unlimited annual admission for three cardholders
- Two additional accompanied adult guests on each admission
- Free admission for your children and grandchildren under age 18
- Two complimentary single-use guest passes for sharing
- 15% discount on gift shop and plant purchases
- Recognition in annual report and website
- Unlimited annual admission for three cardholders
- Two additional accompanied adult guests on each admission
- Free admission for your children and grandchildren under age 18
- Four single-use guest passes for sharing
- 15% discount on gift shop and plant purchases
- Recognition in annual report and website
- Unlimited annual admission for three cardholders
- Two additional accompanied adult guests on each admission
- Free admission for your children and grandchildren under age 18
- Six complimentary single-use guest passes for sharing
- 15% discount on gift shop and plant purchases
- Recognition in annual report and website
Champion Circle Memberships
Our premier annual giving program for those who seek to nurture the seed of philanthropy and make a significant impact
Click to join online, visit us in-person, or call Membership Services at (520) 689-4522 during regular business hours. Memberships purchased online will be processed and mailed within two weeks. To make other arrangements, or if you have any questions, please call Membership Services at (520) 689-4522.
- Unlimited annual admission for four cardholders
- Six additional accompanied adult guests on each admission
- Free admission for your children and grandchildren under age 18
- Six complimentary single-use guest passes for sharing
- 20% discount on gift shop and plant purchases
- Recognition in annual report and website
- Dedicated phone line to assist with program registrations and event tickets
- Annual private tour with the Executive Director and key staff (upon request)
- Invitations to exclusive trips to other horticulture and cultural experiences
- 20% one-time yearly facility rental discount (upon request)
- Yearly consultation with Arboretum horticulturists via phone or email
- Unlimited annual admission for four cardholders
- Six additional accompanied adult guests on each admission
- Free admission for your children and grandchildren under age 18
- Ten complimentary single-use guest passes for sharing
- 20% discount on gift shop and plant purchases
- Recognition in annual report and website
- Dedicated phone line to assist with program registrations and event tickets
- Annual private tour with the Executive Director and key staff (upon request)
- Invitations to exclusive trips to other horticulture and cultural experiences
- 20% one-time yearly facility rental discount (upon request)
- Yearly consultation with Arboretum horticulturists via phone or email
- Unlimited annual admission for four cardholders
- Unlimited number of accompanied adult guests on each admission (if more than 10 guests, please notify the Membership team at least day before arrival)
- Free admission for your children and grandchildren under age 18
- Ten complimentary single-use guest passes for sharing
- 20% discount on gift shop and plant purchases
- Recognition in annual report and website
- Dedicated phone line to assist with program registrations and event tickets
- Annual private tour with the Executive Director and key staff (upon request)
- Invitations to exclusive trips to other horticulture and cultural experiences
- 20% one-time yearly facility rental discount (upon request)
- Yearly consultation with Arboretum horticulturists via phone or email
- Yearly in-person consultation with Arboretum horticulturists
Additional Membership Opportunities
Residents with an address in Superior or Top of the World receive 50% off any membership up to the $1,000 Yucca Patron level (not available for purchase online.)
Ask us about a Tail-Waggers Membership for your dog! Dogs are always free and included with admission, but now you can purchase a membership for your canine friend and directly support the care and maintenance of the Arboretum trails and dog relief stations. As a thank you, you will receive a commemorative card and bandanna for your dog (not available for purchase online.)
American Horticultural Society (AHS) Reciprocal Admissions Program (RAP)
Boyce Thompson Arboretum Members are eligible for reciprocal admission to 360+ other gardens, arboreta, and conservatories through this program. Please refer to the AHS Reciprocal Garden Network Map for the most up-to-date list of participating institutions, guidelines, and exclusions: ahsgardening.org/gardening-programs/rap/.
*Per the AHS Local Visitor Exception, participating gardens that are located 90 miles or less from Boyce Thompson Arboretum do not apply. This includes the Phoenix Desert Botanical Garden and Phoenix Japanese Friendship Garden.
Per AHS RAP Guidelines:
Call your garden of interest before you plan your visit. Each garden has its own distinct admissions policies and hours of operation, which they may adjust for special events or exhibits.
Each membership card will only admit the individual whose name is listed on the membership card.
*This benefit is for free admission for Boyce Thompson Arboretum membership cardholders only, and does not count toward any additional guests, discounts, event tickets, parking, etc.
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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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Enjoy the beauty of fall color at Boyce Thompson Arboretum!
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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This holiday season, celebrate the people who matter most by participating in Poinsettias with a Purpose.
From November 27-January 9, a striking 6-foot tree will stand in the heart of the Arboretum’s Historic Smith Greenhouse, adorned with poinsettias. Each plant will bear a tribute to a life remembered, a milestone celebrated, or a person whose presence continues to inspire.
With a donation of $150 to support the Arboretum`s mission, you can take part in this beautiful display. Each poinsettia includes a tag with your own personalized message.
Learn more and support 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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Aloe is in bloom at Boyce Thompson Arboretum!
Aloes are beginning to bloom across the Arboretum, shooting up stalks of red, yellow, and orange flowers. Their blooms add a pop of color to an already stunning landscape.
These blooms are a great opportunity to capture some amazing photos. Plan your visit at the link in bio.
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