CLOSED 4/19 and 4/20 for special event Spring hours: 9a-5p (last entry 4p); Wed-Mon Closed Tuesdays Download the Map English Garden Rose Garden Herb Garden Meditation Garden Children's Adventure Garden Plant Select Demonstration Garden Vegetable Garden Idaho Native Plant Garden Lewis & Clark Native Plant Garden Western Waterwise Garden Firewise Garden Explore our Garden Welcome to the Garden Get directions here 2355 Old Penitentiary Rd. Boise, Idaho 83712 Garden General Admission Prices ​ Members — FREE Non-members — $14 Seniors (65+)/Students — $12 Youth 4-12 — $8 Kids 3 & under — FREE ​ * $1 off/ticket for Groups of 10+ Collections Managed plant collections are what sets botanical gardens apart from other gardens, parks, and green spaces. Records for each of the plants in our garden are maintained in a way similar to items in a museum. Because of this, the plants in our collection have more than simply aesthetic value; they have educational, historical, and scientific value that plants without a known provenance do not. Garden Explorer Garden Ambassador Tours Join Idaho Botanical Garden Ambassadors on a free hour-and-a-half-long tour of the grounds. This walk introduces you to the history of the Garden and the major features of the grounds. No need for reservations; arrive 15 minutes before the tour start time. Garden tours begin mid-May and run every other Thursday and Saturday morning through the end of September. Tours start at 10a and last for approximately an hour and a half. Tour dates are subject to change due to event schedules. Call us at 208-343-8649 to confirm a date or for more information. Plan Your Visit Nestled against the Boise foothills, the Idaho Botanical Garden covers roughly 15 acres that was once the Idaho Penitentiary. The seven main gardens feature a variety of native and adapted plants complemented by smaller collections set amongst art, water features and other historical landmarks. A leisurely stroll through the Garden takes roughly 60-90 minutes, depending on your pace. We have a small Information Station that sells water, beverages, and snack items. Drinking fountains and a water station are also available. ​ Not allowed in the garden: Outside alcohol, smoking or vaping, weapons/firearms or pets. *Service dogs are allowed on a leash. ​ ​ ​ Answers to FAQ! Best Garden in Idaho! A garden built on passion for the growing botanical world. Beautiful place during winter or spring and summer…many cool events and is handily located next to historic old prison as well as 5 minutes from down town. - Elbotino This is small in acreage, but is just packed with flowers of all different kinds. I took far more pictures here than I did on all of the rest of my trip to Idaho combined - Rheinhold The individual gardens were wonderfully marked with botanical information and some history. It was a refreshing way to meander on a hot day in cool shade and seeing a huge variety of flowers and foliage. The many volunteers were very helpful. - Judi Last admission is 4:00 pm. Special events or inclimate weather may close the Garden on occasion. Photography & Filming Thank you for choosing the Garden as your photography destination. We believe the Garden is a special place and a spectacular location to capture the beauty of our hard work and dedication to horticulture. ​ We require all photographers to schedule photo shoots with the Garden, due to other events taking place. More info here! Accessibility Most of the paths are gentle slopes with crushed rock. There are two brick pathways and a central plaza with brick. Plan on wearing sturdy walking shoes and being able to navigate stairs. Some of the staircases are made of sandstone and have a degree of unevenness, but many have another path as an option. Strollers can be pushed on most paths, and all-terrain wheelchairs are available at no charge. The walk from the admission kiosk to the more cultivated, shaded portion of the Garden is 212 yards long. This includes a 24 yards-long ramp that meets ADA slope requirements. The kiosk offers free all-terrain wheelchairs on a first come basis.

Shade City Brewfest is coming up soon! Get tickets here Upcoming Events Learn Education is one of our core values. We offer great opportunities for youth and adults to connect with and in nature. Learn more Join Our members are the soil that helps our Garden thrive. Join, renew, or gift a membership today and support green space in our community. Join, Renew, or Gift Today Visit Our incredible team of horticulturists has created an oasis for you to explore and discover. Come see what your support built! Come visit CLOSED 4/19 and 4/20 for special event Spring hours: 9a-5p (last entry 4p); Wed-Mon Closed Tuesdays Cultivate. Educate. Celebrate. Our mission is to grow our community by connecting people, plants, and nature. We believe that the Treasure Valley deserves a place to gather and experience nature together! Donate today Best Garden in Idaho! A garden built on passion for the growing botanical world. Beautiful place during winter or spring and summer…many cool events and is handily located next to historic old prison as well as 5 minutes from down town. - Elbotino This is small in acreage, but is just packed with flowers of all different kinds. I took far more pictures here than I did on all of the rest of my trip to Idaho combined - Rheinhold The individual gardens were wonderfully marked with botanical information and some history. It was a refreshing way to meander on a hot day in cool shade and seeing a huge variety of flowers and foliage. The many volunteers were very helpful. - Judi Classes & Workshops Check it out here April Spring Interest Check it out here See what's popping in the Garden this month!

2024 Field Trips at IBG Offered April - May and October Last approx. 90 minutes *Facilitated Field Trips are fully booked, but there are still openings for the Self-Guided Experience! Self-Guided Experience New this year, if your group has 25 students or less, please reserve a Self-Guided Experience where an IBG Education Team Member will greet your group and then you explore the Garden on your own. Here are some ideas for your Self-Guided visit: ​ Experience a story in motion as your group moves through and reads pages (geared towards young learners) Visit our Koi Pond Use our monthly What’s Blooming as a group scavenger hunt Fairy House Exhibit – May Scarecrows – October Explore our 12 curated Garden spaces ​ Offered April - May and October ​ Reserve here Ready, Set, Grow Grade 1 (FULL) Students will learn about different plant characteristics, the function of plant parts, and apply their knowledge by labeling parts of plants in our Vegetable Garden. Idaho Content Standard: 1-LS-1.1 ​ Offered April - May and October ​ ​ ​ ​ Learn more here Reserve here Habitat Investigations Grade 2 (FULL) Students will learn how to use a tool and apply their observation skills to identify different plants and animals in the Garden based on their similarities and differences. Idaho Content Standard: 2-LS-2.1 ​ Offered April - May and October ​ ​ ​ ​ Learn more here Reserve here Flower Power Grade 3 (FULL) Students will learn about the parts of a flower involved in reproduction, utilize a microscope, learn about pollinator preferences, and grow the Garden’s collection by planting a flower. ​ Idaho Content Standard: 3-LS-2.1 ​ Offered April - May and October ​ ​ ​ Learn more here Reserve here Experiential learning outdoors! The Idaho Botanical Garden is a nonprofit living museum dedicated to furthering science education and environmental stewardship in the Treasure Valley and beyond. Our goal is to nurture a fascination with the natural world through a variety of hands-on outdoor programs including on-site field trips that meet Idaho Content Standards for K-3rd grade learners. ​ We are currently offering Facilitated Field Trips for K, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grade learners. *NOTE: Facilitated Field Trips are fully booked, but there are still openings for the Self-Guided Experience! We can accommodate up to 60 learners per time. Our 90-minute outdoor programs include three hands-on learning stations, revamped grade-specific STEAM curriculum, and experiential learning in a living museum lead by an IBG facilitator. New this year, if your group has 25 students or less, please reserve a Self-Guided Experience where an IBG Education Team Member will greet your group and then you explore the Garden on your own. To reserve, view the information below. ​ Learn more about each option below. Make a Field Trip Request Getting Here Bike walk, skate, or carpool. We love our planet and we love it when our guests use alternative forms of transportation. But if driving is a must, here are some directions! 2355 Old Penitentiary Road Boise, Idaho 83712 Give me directions Plan your Visit To schedule a visit: View updates to the programming options above. Complete the online booking form for the option that is best for your group (i.e. Self-Guided or Facilitated Field Trip) to reserve a time for your learners. ​ Scholarship Opportunities & Funding Assistance Limited scholarships (including busing reimbursement funds) are available for groups needing financial assistance. Please complete the scholarship form if you or your learners need financial assistance. We will reach out to you with more information. Funding requests will be awarded by the Idaho Botanical Garden based on our commitment to prioritizing providing opportunities to under-served populations and learners. The Idaho EcosySTEM also has funding options to assist with transportation costs; please see here for information. Questions? Please email education@idahobotanicalgarden.org ​ Sprouts: All About Growing - Grade K (FULL) Students will learn about what plants need to live and grow, investigate compost to see that it is alive, and visit a unique part of the Garden. Idaho Content Standards: K-LS-1.1 and K-ESS-2.1 ​ Offered April - May and October ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Learn more here Reserve here

Give Jennifer a call (208) 343-8649 jennifer@idahobotanicalgarden.org jennifer@idahobotanicalgarden.org Give Jennifer a call at(208) 343-8649 Get in touch Ways to partner Your organization can demonstrate its commitment to education, our environment, and our community by: Library Passport Program This special passport supports our mission to connect people, plants, and nature in our community. Subscribing libraries may offer the Garden Passport for check out to library patrons, who can visit the Garden during regular admission hours. Our Amazing Sponsors & Partners Our events would not be possible without the incredible support from our members, volunteers, sponsors, and partners. How it works Participating libraries will receive a passport letter which can be made available for check out to patrons. Each use of the letter will allow a group of up to five (5) library patrons general admission to the Garden during regular admission hours. This special passport supports our mission to connect people, plants, and nature in our community. Subscribing libraries may offer the Garden Passport for check out to library patrons, who can visit the Garden during regular admission hours. ​ ​ Enroll here Passport guidelines • The passport is available to library patrons. ​ • Visitors to the Garden must have the Passport letter in their possession to enter. ​ • The passport will allow a group of five (5) general admission during regular Garden hours. ​ • No other member benefits or admission to special events are offered with the Passport. ​ ​ To learn more about Passport, please contact Ariana Watson at 208-343-8649 or ariana@idahobotanicalgarden.org . Sponsorship Idaho Botanical Garden offers a unique opportunity for businesses and organizations to make connections with the natural world while meeting company goals for giving to the community. ​ The Garden’s events and education programs reach diverse demographics throughout the Treasure Valley and provide marketing and experiential opportunities for you, your staff, and your clients. With a growing annual audience of 150,000 visitors, you can connect with people throughout our area and associate your brand with a love of nature, the amazing beauty of the Garden, and unforgettable memories made with loved ones. In addition to increased visibility, tickets, and VIP experience opportunities, your partnership with Idaho Botanical Garden ensures our community has access to year-round, low-cost garden experiences and education programming. First Name Last Name Email Phone Message Submit We'll be in touch! Interested in a sponsorship opportunity? Fill out this form and our development team will get back to you shortly! Participating Libraries Boise Public Library Meridian Library District Garden Valley District Library Kuna Public Library Nampa Public Library Middleton Library Surel’s Place Ada Community Library ​ ​ Let's Connect There are so many other ways that we can work together. We look forward to partnering with your organization. Shoot us a message Corporate Sponsor Becoming a Corporate Sponsor of the Garden, a signature event, or popular program Learn more here $750 Level $1,500 Level $2,500 Level $5,000 Level $10,000 Level $750 6 Enthusiast Level Memberships or 70 general admission tickets to give to clients, employees. Logo on our website & social post. Sign Up Today Healthy Employee Program Offers a unique opportunity to provide a wellness benefit to your employees by giving them year-round Garden memberships OR Garden general admission passes. Employees (or clients/business partners!) can relieve stress and enjoy the peace and tranquility of our beautiful outdoor garden setting.

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First Name Last Name Email Phone Message Submit We'll be in touch! Want to send our awesome events team a message? Fill out the form below and they will get back to you soon! Flume Outlaw Field 🤘 Sept. 16 Celebrando A México Tickets ✨ Sept. 18 Jackson Browne Outlaw Field 🤘 Sept. 21 Idaho Social Dance with Hillfolk Noir Tickets ✨ Sept. 30 Fall Harvest Days Learn More 🎃 Oct 1 - 29 Let's celebrate! Elopements Elopements are booked on a first-come, first-served basis and are limited to 30 attendees. Elopement pricing varies and the spots fill up quickly. If you are ready to book your elopement, don't wait! Contact us for more details. Contact us Book the Garden Idaho Botanical Garden is one of Idaho’s premier destinations and provides a beautiful and unique outdoor setting for a wedding, reception, company meeting, holiday party and so much more. Book the Garden Become a Vendor We are always looking for awesome food and drink vendors to serve at our Garden events. If you are a local vendor and would like to get involved, please let us know! Become a Vendor Outlaw Field Concert Series Come experience musical performances from your favorite internationally-known artists in Idaho’s most unique and scenic concert spot! One of the Garden's biggest fundraisers of the year. Learn more here This annual event at the Idaho Botanical Garden is a day full of bug-themed activities for all ages. Our 22nd annual Bug Day offered a variety of bug-themed booths and STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, math) activities, interactive exhibits, and hands-on learning available for learners of any age. ​ ​ Learn more here Bug Day Fairy & Gnome House Exhibit Idaho Botanical Garden hosts the Fairy & Gnome House Exhibit every year, where imaginative creations will be placed throughout the Garden, transforming it into an enchanted escape. ​ The 2024 Fairy House Exhibit opens on April 27th and runs through May 27th. You won't want to miss this! ​ ​ Learn more here Winter Garden aGlow Winter Garden aGlow – the Garden’s biggest fundraiser of the year – is a magnificent display of lights and decorations arranged throughout the Garden at night. Join us this holiday season as the Garden is transformed into a twinkling wonderland. Create memories with the ones you love and experience over 600,000 lights hung artfully among our landscape. ​ ​ Visit the Garden every Saturday throughout October for the family-friendly Fall Harvest Days. Each Saturday offers a unique experience featuring Scarecrow Stroll, artisan vendors, food trucks, local beer, cider, wine, and live music. There really is something for everyone! ​ ​ Learn more here Harvest Festival Great Garden Escape Idaho Botanical Garden has partnered with Duck Club Presents to provide the best intimate gathering spot for music lovers. Come experience local and regional artists performing in a relaxed, beautiful garden setting while enjoying local food, beer and wine. Learn more here April 19 & 20 Check it out here Shade City Brewfest April 27 Check it out here Fairy & Gnome Home Exhibit Kickoff Event May 10 & 11 Check it out here Spring Plant Sale September 12 Check it out here Farm to Tableaux Upcoming Events Join us on September 12th, 2024 starting at 6 pm, here at the Idaho Botanical Garden. Eat, drink, and experience art in bloom! Learn more here Farm to Table(aux) Learn more here

STEAM Camps with IBG Summer 2024 Get excited for a summer full of learning and fun with the Idaho Botanical Garden! Camps with IBG feature hands-on STEAM-focused (science, technology, engineering, art, mathematics) programming that supports creativity, problem-solving, and fostering a passion for the natural world. Participants in STEAM Camps with IBG will form a community of learners who conduct experiments like scientists, discover the Treasure Valley’s complex ecology, and explore our outdoor classroom and living museum. ​ What to consider when choosing a STEAM camp with IBG? We are excited to offer extended day programming at the Garden - over 5 hours per day! This means learners will participate in structured activities, eat their lunch on-site, and explore our outdoor classroom in varying weather conditions. ​ For our new camp experiences, ideal learners will have completed Kindergarten or previously participated in a daycare and/or preschool educational setting and be at least five years of age when camp is held. ​ *Registration for STEAM Camps with IBG will open March 4th for Garden Members. ​ Preview of our new themes this summer for STEAM Camps with IBG below. Adventures in Gardening Dates: June 24th-27th Times: 9 am - 1:30 pm* Ages: 5-6, 7-8 Max registration: 20 per age cohort Prices: $225 members | $300 non-members ​ Oh, the things you'll grow to know! Campers will work together to plan and plant raised garden beds. They will learn how to create their own soil through compost, gain experience transplanting and seeding, and then harvest mature veggies in IBG's Veggie Garden. ​ *Camp programming runs 9a-1:30p, with ½ hour drop off and pick up window with supervised choice activities (drop off 8:30a-9a, pick up 1:30-2p) ​ ​ ​ Sign Up (7-8) Sign Up (5-6) STEAM in the Field Dates: July 8th-11th Times : 9 am - 1:30p* Ages: 7-8, 9-10 Max registration: 20 per age cohort Prices : $225 members | $300 non-members Let’s explore the many ways we practice measuring STEAM in nature! During camp we will invite STEAM experts to share their field practices and experiences. Campers will explore topics that can be measured in the Garden such as, the value of plants, determining what insects are present, looking for signs of wildlife that roam around, and watching for birds that occupy our branches in the Garden. ​ *Camp programming runs 9a-1:30p, with ½ hour drop off and pick up window with supervised choice activities (drop off 8:30a-9a, pick up 1:30-2p) ​ ​ ​ ​ Sign Up (7-8) Sign Up (9-10) Budding Artists Dates: July 22nd-25th Times: 9 am - 1:30p* Ages: 5-6, 7-8 Max registration: 20 per age cohort Prices : $225 members | $300 non-members This camp will offer learners the space to think, reflect, and observe to better understand STEAM in nature and provide opportunities to let their creativity bloom. Campers will explore the Garden through their senses and gain perspective from guests such as children-specific Yogi instructors, art-forward STEM scientists, and local musicians. Learners can look forward to connecting with nature in new ways! *Camp programming runs 9a-1:30p, with ½ hour drop off and pick up window with supervised choice activities (drop off 8:30a-9a, pick up 1:30-2p) ​ ​ ​ Sign Up (5-6) Sign Up (7-8) Garden Greatest Hits Dates: August 5th - 8th Times: 9 am - 1:30p* Ages: 5 -6, 7-8 Max registration: 20 per age cohort Prices : $225 members | $300 non-members ​ Did your learner miss their chance to attend one of our earlier STEAM camps? Well, have no fear, the Garden Greatest Hits camp is here! Our STEAM Team will pick the best activities from the summer season to curate a fun week to end the summer. *Camp programming runs 9a-1:30p, with ½ hour drop off and pick up window with supervised choice activities (drop off 8:30a-9a, pick up 1:30-2p) ​ ​ ​ Sign Up (5-6) Sign Up (7-8) Partnership Camps Wizarding Camp Dates: June 3rd-6th and June 10th-13th *Note: Please sign up for only one week; we will run the same camp twice to open up this opportunity to more interested campers! Ages: 7-10 Max registration: 20 per camp week Price: $450 ​ The Discovery Center of Idaho and the Idaho Botanical Garden are excited to partner again this year to provide whole day programming full of hands-on magical fun! Learners will start their day at the Garden and end each day at the Discovery Center, where campers will be sorted into unique houses, learn about herbology, potions, magical creatures and more! The week will end with a scavenger hunt (your wand will choose you!) and an official wizarding ceremony! ​ *Transportation daily from the Idaho Botanical Garden to the Discovery Center is included in the Wizarding Camp cost. Drop-off location: Idaho Botanical Garden. Pick-up location: Discovery Center of Idaho. ​ Wizarding Camp registration begins March 4th and will be through the Discovery Center of Idaho webpage . For partnership camps, there are no membership discounts. Wizarding Camp offers no member discounts that will apply for either IBG or DCI members. ​ Getting Here Bike walk, skate, or carpool. We love our planet and we love it when our guests use alternative forms of transportation. But if driving is a must, here are some directions! 2355 Old Penitentiary Road Boise, Idaho 83712 Give me directions In Partnership With

Field Trip Request Form Hello educators! Thank you for your interest in visiting the Idaho Botanical Garden with your group! Please complete this short form to request a guided on-site field trip. These outdoor, interactive, educational experiences at the Garden are designed to supplement school science curricula and align with Idaho Content Standards. We welcome learners of all ages, abilities, and circumstances to visit our living museum! Planning Your Visit: Please complete this form a minimum of 2 weeks prior to your anticipated date to help us prepare for your visit! Determine 2 dates that would work well for your group (in case your first choice of date and time is unavailable). Guided field trips at the Garden are available 9:30am-3:30pm on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from April - October (last field trip start time at 2:00pm). On-site programs last 1.5 hours. We strive for a 1:15 ratio of IBG facilitator to learners, IBG can accommodate up to 60 learners per reservation time. If your group is larger,a Garden staff member will follow up with you to discuss possible options. Field Trip Cost: The cost of admission is $5 per attendee*, with a minimum group size of 10. A $50 non-refundable deposit is needed at the time of reservation confirmation,the remainder is due upon arrival for the field trip (Note: the $50 will be used towards your group's total cost). After filling out this form, a Garden staff member will contact you to confirm the date and time of your field trip. They will provide more information about the next steps to help you and your learners prepare for the visit. *Limited scholarships (including possible free admission and/or partial transportation reimbursement) are available for groups in need of financial assistance. To apply for funding, please indicate in this form that you or your students are in need of assistance, and we will reach out to you with more information. Requests for funding will be awarded by the Idaho Botanical Garden based on our commitment to prioritize providing opportunities to under-served populations and learners. Please Fill This Out 1. School / Organization Name Submit Thanks for submitting! 2. School Address 3. Contacts Name 4. Contacts Phone Number 5. Contacts Email Grade Level Kindergarten 1st Grade 2nd Grade 3rd Grade 4th Grade 5th Grade 7. Estimated Headcount: Students 8. Estimated Headcount: Chaperones 9. Field Trip Topic Choice Ready, Set, Grow (geared for K to 1st grade learners) Habitat Investigations (geared for 2nd grade learners) Flower Power (geared for 3rd grade learners, April and May only) Plants in Idaho’s History and Today (geared for 4th grade learners) Ecology of the Boise Foothills (geared for 5th grade learners) 10. Preferred Field Trip Start Time Choose from these 1.5hr time blocks 11. Preferred Day of the Week Monday Wednesday Friday 12. First Choice Date of Visit 13. Second Choice Date of Visit 14. Does your group need to request free admission and/or partial busing reimbursement in order to visit us at the Garden? Yes No 15. Please let us know if your learners have any accessibility needs prior to your visit I understand that the Idaho Botanical Garden assumes the right to use images from field trips for promotional purposes. Please notify us in writing of any exceptions prior to your visit to the Garden.

Fairy & Gnome Home Exhibit April 27 - May 27 during Garden Hours General Admission Free to Members! Fairy & Gnome Home Applications Want to make a fairy or gnome house to display at the Garden this year? Applications are now open! The deadline to submit your application is April 5th. ​ *We suggest you carefully review the guidelines on the application form to ensure your build is suited to brave the outdoors for a month of spring weather in the Garden! ​ ​ ​ Apply to build a house here! Escape into a world of fantasy and imagination! Do you believe in fairies and gnomes? If you do, then you're in for a magical treat! The Fairy and Gnome Home Exhibit is coming to the Garden on April 27, and believe us when we say you won't want to miss this captivating experience. This event will showcase a collection of fairy and gnome houses built by our community that will surely capture your imagination and leave you in awe! This exhibit is a must-see event for folks who love all things enchantment, creativity, and imagination. It's a chance to experience the magic of the fairy world and the whimsy of gnome homes throughout the Garden. Mark your calendars and don't miss this chance to be transported into a world of wonder! ​ Getting here Ride your broom, bike, or dragon. We love our planet and we love it when our guests use alternative forms of transportation. The Boise Green Belt makes for an excellent pre-event experience. But if driving is a must, here are some directions! 2355 Old Penitentiary Road Boise, Idaho 83712 Give me directions Fairy & Gnome Home Exhibit Kick-off Event Join us on April 27th, 11a - 3p, for food, live music, magical fairy princesses, and a scavenger hunt! Enjoy the beauty of the Idaho Botanical Garden and joyful miniature abodes of every kind, creatively hand-crafted by members of our local community. ​ Whether you're a kid or a kid at heart, we encourage folks to dress in fantastic fairytale regalia and celebrate with us. ​ The only cost is general Garden admission for non-members, and admission is free to members as always! ​ ​