Education

Cultivate Learning

Tucson Botanical Gardens offers in-person and online community classes throughout the year on a variety of subjects. Learn everything from ecology and gardening to illustration and watercolor! Classes are open to members and non-members. Garden Members receive a 20% discount on all classes.

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Youth Education

The Gardens are a great place to explore and learn about nature! We have a Children’s Garden filled with hands-on STEM activities geared towards a wide range of different ages. Keep an eye out for family fun events like our Day of the Dead Celebration, Earth Day, and more!

Horticultural Therapy

Tucson Botanical Gardens’ Horticultural Therapy (HT) program, founded in the 1980s and on hiatus since the pandemic, is being restored and renewed.

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Group Visits

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Self guided tour

The Great Garden Express Landmarks

Bird watching

Birding Guide

Upcoming Classes & Events

Classes, Gardening

Hydroponics 101

April 16 @ 10:00 am12:00 pm

Family

Garden Story Time

April 16 @ 10:00 am10:30 am

Classes, Art

Fused Glass Mosaic Painting: Succulents

April 17 @ 10:00 am12:00 pm