Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens

Address
8909 W. 179th St.
Overland Park,Kansas66013United States Get Directions
Phone 913.685.3604
Website https://www.opkansas.org/things-to-see-and-do/arboretum-and-botanical-gardens/

The 300-acre Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens is an educational, recreational and cultural resource for the Kansas City region.

At the Arboretum, visitors may experience and explore 13 gardens with more than 1,700 species of plants, trails that traverse rocky bluffs and bottomland paths; 180 acres of prairie home to native grasses and wildflowers; fauna, including birds, dragonflies, deer, snakes, and other wildlife; and formal and informal educational activities.

Categories: $ (Under $40 for 4), Accessible:yes, Going Places, Johnson County, Nature Centers & Gardens, Park'

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  • Cottonwood Tales at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens

    Cottonwood Tales at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
    Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens 8909 W. 179th St., Overland Park, Kansas, United States

    Let curiosity take root at Cottonwood Tales! Your little ones are invited to join O.P. the Bookworm, Miss Laurel and friends on the first Saturday of each month (except July) at 10 a.m. for an interactive story time filled with nature-themed tales, fingerplays and musical fun. We’ll gather at the Education Center or head outdoors […]

  • Night at the Arboretum

    Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens 8909 W. 179th St., Overland Park, Kansas, United States

    Experience the Arboretum after dark! See and learn about live hawks from Operation Wildlife, stargaze with the Astronomical Society of Kansas City, and take a glow hike at 5 p.m. […]

  • Cottonwood Tales

    Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens 8909 W. 179th St., Overland Park, Kansas, United States

    Come join O.P. the Bookworm, Miss Laurel, and all your friends for Cottonwood Tales story time at the Gardens! We will gather every First Saturday inside (or outside when weather […]

  • Night at the Arboretum

    Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens 8909 W. 179th St., Overland Park, Kansas, United States

    Experience the Arboretum after dark! See and learn about live hawks from Operation Wildlife, stargaze with the Astronomical Society of Kansas City, and take a glow hike at 5 p.m. […]

  • Discovery Day at the Arboretum

    Discovery Day at the Arboretum
    Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens 8909 W. 179th St., Overland Park, Kansas, United States

    Craft time awaits on the first Tuesday of the month at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens. Little explorers are in for a treat as they immerse themselves in […]

  • Watercolor Workshops: Poppies & Peonies

    Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens 8909 W. 179th St., Overland Park, Kansas, United States

    Join local artist Sarah Ruth Frey at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens watercolor workshop! Learn to sketch and paint in this guided workshop, we will use artist-quality materials, […]

  • Stems: A Garden Soirée

    Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens 8909 W. 179th St., Overland Park, Kansas, United States

    Stems is a spring-forward celebration bursting with flowers, flavor, music, and community. Held at the beautiful Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, this all-inclusive event features culinary tastings from dozens […]

  • Night at the Arboretum

    Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens 8909 W. 179th St., Overland Park, Kansas, United States

    Experience the Arboretum after dark! See and learn about live hawks from Operation Wildlife, stargaze with the Astronomical Society of Kansas City, and take a glow hike at 5 p.m. […]

  • Discovery Day at the Arboretum

    Discovery Day at the Arboretum
    Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens 8909 W. 179th St., Overland Park, Kansas, United States

    Craft time awaits on the first Tuesday of the month at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens. Little explorers are in for a treat as they immerse themselves in […]

  • Cottonwood Tales at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens

    Cottonwood Tales at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
    Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens 8909 W. 179th St., Overland Park, Kansas, United States

    Let curiosity take root at Cottonwood Tales! Your little ones are invited to join O.P. the Bookworm, Miss Laurel and friends on the first Saturday of each month (except July) at 10 a.m. for an interactive story time filled with nature-themed tales, fingerplays and musical fun. We’ll gather at the Education Center or head outdoors […]

  • Spring Plant Sale

    Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens 8909 W. 179th St., Overland Park, Kansas, United States

    Shop Local & Support the Arb Discover unique local plants for a meaningful garden, while raising funds for the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens. Choose from a wide selection […]