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Weekdays: 9 am to 4 pm
Weekends: 10 am to 4 pm
The gardens & grounds on the main campus are open to visitors. The gift shop, visitor center, & woodland trails remain closed. Please excuse our “mess” as we are still cleaning up debris from the derecho storm.
- The bathroom by the greenhouse is open for guests.
See storm damage pictures below. Click Here to learn more about the Derecho storm and the cleanup & “ReLeaf” effort.
Special events and educational programs are offered throughout the year bringing people of all ages together for social, seasonal, and learning opportunities.
The Iowa Arboretum, located on 160 acres in Boone County’s Des Moines River Valley showcases hundreds of species of trees, shrubs and flowering plants in a tranquil setting. Woodland and prairie trails provide wonderful outdoor walking opportunities.
Wildlife at the arboretum
Connect with nature that is pure and simple. See butterflies, bees, bats, and beetles. Spot eagles, finches, orioles, and jays. When you are here, you hear nature.
Agnes Whiting Iris Collection - Iowa Hybridizer
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