Learn. Play. Grow.

The Botanical Garden of the Ozarks is a captivating destination in Northwest Arkansas that draws more than 70,000 visitors a year. The Garden is a collection of twelve themed gardens and includes the region’s only native butterfly house. We are a member-supported public garden dedicated to education and environmental awareness and serve as a community destination for unique nature experiences.

Our education programs include workshops, classes, and lectures for adults in horticulture, conservation, and other topics of interest to gardeners of all skill levels and others who admire the beauty and science of the natural world. The majority of our education programs are for children of all ages. We work with area school districts to provide hands-on nature and science learning experiences. Our programs such as Little Sprouts, Earth Day, Butterfly Days, and Firefly Fling offer unique outdoor experiences to thousands of children each year.   Learn more about the botanical garden’s history and programs. 

4703 N. Crossover Road
Fayetteville, AR 72764

Admission: $10 for adults (ages 13 & over)
$5 for children (ages 4-12)
Free for children 3 and under
General admission is nonrefundable.
Always FREE for BGO Members

Dogs are not allowed inside the Garden unless it is a service animal.

Hours:
Open 9am to 5pm | Friday – Wednesday
CLOSED Thursday
The Garden is closed on New Year’s Day, Christmas Day and Thanksgiving.

HOLIDAY HOURS:  This year the Garden will be closed from December 25 through January 1.  We will reopen on January 2, 2022.

Mask Policy:  Due to the recent rise in COVID-19 cases, we have updated our policy regarding face masks at the Garden, which reflects recent guidance from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC).  All guests aged 10 and up, vaccinated and unvaccinated, are required to wear a face mask at the admission window and inside the building.  Masks are not required outside in the Garden, however we ask guests to remain socially distanced from one another. 

Upcoming Events

Special Rental Discount  |  We are offering 20% OFF rental rates for new rentals booked for the months of November 2021 – February 2022. This includes rentals for parties, memorials, retreats, showers, meetings, etc. (Some exclusions apply.)  Learn more.

December 18 |  Jingle Bell Jog  Registration now open!  Runners and walkers of all levels and ages are invited to participate in the 9th Annual Jingle Bell Jog 5K & Children’s Fun Run. Ugly Christmas sweaters, Santa hats, elf ears – anything that sparkles and jingles is highly encouraged!  Learn more.

Audio Tours

BGO is now offering audio tours to guests when they come to visit the Garden! Currently a General Garden Tour can be purchased as well as a specialized Butterfly Audio Tour. We have a winter audio tour and a tour specifically for children coming soon.  The tours are just $2 to download on your smartphone and can be purchased at the admission window.  Ask about adding an audio tour to your next visit to the garden!

Walmart Community Access Program 

We want the garden to be accessible to everyone in our community, so through our Community Access Program, we grant single-use garden admission passes to underserved and disenfranchised groups in the community.  If you work for a group that serves a population of people who can not otherwise afford the admission fee, you may apply on behalf of your organization using this application form.  Thank you to the Walmart Foundation for making this program possible!

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