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Starting Wednesday, Jan. 26, visitors to the Oswald Visitor Center and Snyder Building will need to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination or negative COVID-19 test result from a third-party test. Read more about this new temporary vaccination policy.
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.
Harrison Sculpture Garden Tours
Explore the unique beauty of the Harrison Sculpture Garden in the winter season. Join the tours in February for plenty of behind-the-scenes stories about the artists and pieces in the collection. Read more
15 Things to do in January
As we kick off a new year, we’re looking forward to a fresh start. Connect with nature, explore art indoors and out, snowshoe under a full moon and more this month at the Arboretum. Read more
Spring Flower Show
Find inspiration for your spring and summer outdoor living spaces at this year’s Spring Flower Show, featuring more than a dozen vignettes built around outdoor seating arrangements. Read more.
Patterns in Nature
The Arboretum Photographer Society's 14th annual juried show and sale features work highlighting patterns found in nature. The show is on display through Jan. 24 in the Cafe Gallery. Read more.
Full Moon Hikes in 2022
We've set up a rare opportunity for you to enjoy the beauty of our grounds after dark. We'll have multiple firepits spaced for social distancing for you to warm up. Read more
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.
Don't forget your face coverings
As a part of the University of Minnesota, the Arboretum is following the University of Minnesota's guidance to wear face coverings indoors. Please bring a mask or face covering to wear inside the Oswald Visitor Center and Snyder Building. Read More
Winter Trail Conditions
Find the latest information about trail conditions at the Arboretum. Click here for updates on cross-country ski, snowshoe and hiking trails, as well as the condition of Three-Mile Drive. Read more
Conservatory Plant of the Week
Visit the Meyer-Deats Conservatory to see the Angraecum sesquipedale, commonly called the Christmas Orchid, in bloom. The bloom has an intense, spicy scent. Visit the conservatory to learn how the orchid connects to Charles Darwin!
Growing with Jim Elskamp
Farm manager and research coordinator Jim Elskamp keeps the AppleHouse stocked with apples and helps grape, apple, woody plant and rare plant conservation research projects run smoothly at the Arboretum’s Horticultural Research Center. Read more about Elskamp and his work. Read more
Winter Through an Artist's Eye
Would you like to appreciate winter in a new way? Head to the Reedy Gallery where you will observe how talented artists reveal aspects of winter that others may overlook. Read more
Bud Break 2022
Registration is open now for the Bud Break 5k on May 1. Whether you're racing for your best time or just want to stroll through spring, there's an ideal course for everyone. Read more
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.
Garden Rules and Etiquette
Please help us protect and maintain the gardens and collections for the enjoyment for all visitors. Read More
