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All members, visitors and children must make an online reservation and show their tickets at the gatehouse.
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The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum welcomes, informs and inspires all through outstanding plant displays, protected natural areas, horticultural research and innovative education. We strive to create a welcoming space to learn from and connect with nature.
Founded in 1958, we are a member-driven non-profit with more than 1,200 acres of professionally-maintained gardens, rare plant collections and accessible trails. As a part of the College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences (CFANS) at the University of Minnesota, the Arboretum is engaged in cold-hardy plant research and has developed 27 commercial apples, including Honeycrisp, Haralson and First Kiss®. In 2019, USA Today readers named the Arboretum the best botanical garden in North America.
Gala in the Gardens
Just imagine how you can help the Arboretum heal people through the power of nature. It's time to get your tickets to our biggest fundraising event of the year and join us on June 17 for an inspiring program with emcee Belinda Jensen. More information.
All About Dogs Day
Join us on June 5 for a new experience at the Dog Commons, our on-leash dog trails typically open only to members with a dog-added membership. Explore the 65-acre Dog Commons area and visit up to 40 vendors at the Dog Expo. More information.
Private Garden Tours
Join us in July for the Auxiliary Private Garden Tours. These tours feature beautiful gardens, each with its own history and distinct beauty. Guests travel in air-conditioned motor coaches and tours are followed by a brunch, luncheon or hors d'oeuvres. Read more.
Firefly Viewing Nights
Experience the after-hours magic at the Arb with hundreds of fireflies flashing through the sky. We’re staying open late on select nights in June and July for Firefly Viewing Nights. Bring your family and marvel at the wonder of these glowing winged beetles. More information.
May Markets
Join us for the inaugural May Markets as we host local craft and art vendors on select weekends in May. You'll find a wide variety of quality products available at the market, ranging from artisan foods and handmade jewelry to nature-inspired art and more. See the vendors.
What's in Bloom
Plants and flowers all across our grounds come into bloom in their own time, bursting in kaleidoscopes of color as the temperatures warm. Check our What's in Bloom page between now and November, for highlights of what you can see now. Click here to see what's blooming.
19 Things to do in May
Spring blooms are in full swing. We’re looking forward to the arrival of tulips, crabapples, lilacs and more this month. And the Maze Garden is open for the first time in a year — May is a great time to visit the Arboretum! Read more.
Summer Solstice Yoga Retreat
Renew and refresh your yoga practice with a full day of classes on June 19 led by instructors from our yoga partner studios. Classes include slow flow and balance that have been staples of the Yoga in the Gardens series along with new practices to try. More information.
Employment Opportunities
We currently have a variety of exciting full-time, part-time and seasonal job opportunities available. Join our community and work with purpose. Click here to visit our employment page for position details and application information.
Seasons of Trees Activities
The Season of Trees is filled with fun, nature-based activities for the whole family. Our grounds offer a wonderful opportunity to experience a collection of rare and incredible tree species. We hope you are inspired and delighted as you explore our Season of Trees. Read more.
Birds of a Feather: Contemporary Avian Artists
Birds provide inspiration for Kim Russell and Emily Donovan, the two contemporary artists featured in this exhibition on display in the Reedy Gallery until June 14. While inspired by ancient legacies in art, each uses wildly different techniques. More information about the exhibit.
Yoga in the Gardens
Join us virtually for Yoga in the Gardens. Virtual yoga options are currently available to help keep your mind and body healthy and balanced. Classes are free for Arb members included with paid gate admission for non-members. Our next class is Thursday, May 20. More information.
Growing with Janae Miller
Janae is a senior gardener, working with a crew to maintain the grounds. She manages the green space between the gardens on our grounds, caring for the grass, helping with snow removal and maintaining the deer fence around the perimeter the Arb. Read more.
StoryTime at Home
StoryTime with the Andersen Horticultural Library has gone virtual! Join our library staff online for a weekly installment of StoryTime at Home. New StoryTime videos are posted every Thursday morning. Click here to watch.
Digital Map
Use our digital map to easily navigate our magnificent gardens, tree collections, model landscapes and more. A location button will locate you on the grounds and help you find amenities and point you toward our winter trails and other important places. Click here to use the map.
