Iowa Arboretum & Gardens

Discover the Iowa Arboretum & Gardens, an interactive natural area that encourages families of all abilities to learn and play together in nature. Iowa's oldest and largest community-supported public garden inspires curiosity, discovery, and appreciation of the natural landscape where guests can immerse themselves in a world of tranquility and botanical excellence while exploring beautiful gardens, open-planted tree groves, native woodland & prairie trails. The new Adele & Dean Bowden Treehouse Village provides accessible spaces to participate in outdoor activities for guests who are living with disabilities. The Arboretum is conveniently located in central Iowa, near the Des Moines and Ames metro areas and their surrounding communities.