Des Moines Botanical Gardens

Closed all day independence day.

Des moines botanical gardens. Our gardens celebrate beautiful sustainable horticulture at the intersection of people plants and passion. We hope you have felt connected to the world of plants via our social media channels virtual course offerings and free activities and resources these past three months. To 5 p m with the exception of the following. By providing my email address i consent to receive email from the greater des moines botanical garden.

The botanical garden makes a stunning backdrop for all types of occasions including corporate gatherings weddings and other celebrations. In 2013 the greater des moines botanical garden became a 501 c 3 nonprofit and. A city greenhouse was acquired on the west side of the river in 1939 which served the city as a production. Des moines water works assumed the operation in 2004 opening the gardeners showhouse which laid a foundation for a more robust garden.

Visited the botanic garden in the winter admittedly not the ideal time to fully enjoy and get full value for admission. Indoors and out in all kinds of weather the botanical garden provides close encounters with plants for visitors of all ages. Closed at 3 p m. The greater des moines botanical garden 14 acres 5 7 hectares known as the des moines botanical center until 2013 is a botanical garden located in des moines iowa united states on the east bank of the des moines river.

Ray drive des moines iowa 50309 2897. 46 reviews of greater des moines botanical garden yay for buckminster fuller without him the botanical center wouldn t have it spectacular geodesic dome. The domed structure is noticeable from i 80 near downtown des moines. The staff volunteers and board of the greater des moines botanical garden are deeply grateful for your support during our closure.

By providing my email address i consent to receive email from the greater des moines botanical garden. Welcome back to your garden. Hours admission botanical garden hours the botanical garden is open daily from 10 a m. The structure is amazing built by supporting transparent interlocking triangles capturing the sunlight to allow the carb production for the jungle below.

Closed all day labor day. Interest in a des moines botanical center began in 1929. Easy free parking on a sunday was nice and friendly desk staff. Daily 10 a m 5 p m via timed ticketing.

Closed all day memorial day. From planning to execution our team of expert planners will ensure your event is a success. The des moines botanical center opened december 1979 operating under the city of des moines parks and recreation department.