Mission, Vision & Values
Our Mission Moves Us Forward
The Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden is more than a dome. It’s the connection point between plants, people and the natural world. A place where you can be who you are, do the things you love and spend time with those who matter most. Your green space to explore, create, connect and Find Your True Nature™.
We accomplish the work of the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden focused on our Mission, Vision, and Values.
Mission
Exploring, explaining and celebrating the world of plants with our community.
Vision
For the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden to be a cherished community resource, known for enriching the quality of life in our region and state through education and stewardship of the vital connections between plants, people, and the natural world.
Values
We are a community of growers who are curious, committed, and kind.
- A community of people welcoming all to join us in caring for one another and the plant communities that make up our Botanical Garden.
- A collection Growers who, with many hands, cultivate and nurture a thriving ecosystem filled with plants and people.
- Because we are Curious and passionate about the natural world, we are dedicated to doing our part to sustain and protect it for future generations.
- Always Committed to creating and tending gardens where joy is experienced, curiosity is cultivated, and lifelong memories are made and cherished.
- We lead with kindness in all that we do to create an environment that promotes growth of our plants, our people, and our community.
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