Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

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909 Robert D. Ray Dr
Des Moines, IA 50309 Get Directions

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    Simmer Pot Drop-In

    Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

    Who doesn’t love the smell of the holidays!? Create a personalized simmer pot using herb, fruits, and spices. This is a self-guided drop-in activity that does not include admission. Available while supplies last. No preregistration required.Want to buy tickets to the Botanical Garden or Dome for the Holidays? Go Here. Walk-up registration available while supplies last. $12 per project Members and donors enjoy free general admission and savings on classes plus events. Interested in becoming a member? Join here. Simmer pots are all  teh rage this year—read more about them from our friends at Better Homes & Gardens.

    $12

  • Closed for Thanksgiving Day

    Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

    The Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden is closed today in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Please visit when we open again Nov 27. We look forward to your visit when we reopen. To find out more about our hours and admission fees, please click here. Looking for details on classes and programs we offer? You can find that on our calendar here. Ready to buy tickets to an upcoming event? You can go to our ticket link to buy them now. Curious about our gardens and what's in bloom? Explore our different gardens here. Planning your visit and want to be prepared? Check our visitor's guide. Ready to enjoy more of Des Moines after your visit? Take advantage of the savings offered with the CatchDSM Fun Pass OR Discover Des Moines list of more things to do around town!

    Free
  • Book Club: An opened book with the pages being flipped. This class falls within the wellness category.

    Botany Book Club

    Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

    Join our monthly book club nestled in the beauty of the Botanical Garden. Enjoy refreshments and discussions about the latest read "Fresh Banana Leaves" by Jessica Hernandez. Registration includes meetings and refreshments (books not included). Pre-registration required. Ages 12+. $12 Members | $15 Nonmembers Register Here

  • Story Sprouts Children's Story Time

    Story Sprouts Children’s Story Time

    Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

    Join us for Story Sprouts Children's Story Time on Fridays. This fun, interactive story time explores nature and plants in the naturally inspiring setting of the Botanical Garden. During each program participants enjoy stories and an activity based on the week’s theme. Story Sprouts is geared toward children ages two to five. Explore the indoor or outdoor gardens with your kids, including Nature Play™, before or after the program, weather permitting. Your children will love it! Story Sprouts is included with general admission. Members enjoy free access. Not a member yet? Sign up here to enjoy free general admission and discounts to classes and events all season long.

    $14
  • Story Sprouts Children's Story Time

    Story Sprouts Children’s Story Time

    Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

    Join us for Story Sprouts Children's Story Time on Fridays. This fun, interactive story time explores nature and plants in the naturally inspiring setting of the Botanical Garden. During each program participants enjoy stories and an activity based on the week’s theme. Story Sprouts is geared toward children ages two to five. Explore the indoor or outdoor gardens with your kids, including Nature Play™, before or after the program, weather permitting. Your children will love it! Story Sprouts is included with general admission. Members enjoy free access. Not a member yet? Sign up here to enjoy free general admission and discounts to classes and events all season long.

    $14
  • Story Sprouts Children's Story Time

    Story Sprouts Children’s Story Time

    Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

    Join us for Story Sprouts Children's Story Time on Fridays. This fun, interactive story time explores nature and plants in the naturally inspiring setting of the Botanical Garden. During each program participants enjoy stories and an activity based on the week’s theme. Story Sprouts is geared toward children ages two to five. Explore the indoor or outdoor gardens with your kids, including Nature Play™, before or after the program, weather permitting. Your children will love it! Story Sprouts is included with general admission. Members enjoy free access. Not a member yet? Sign up here to enjoy free general admission and discounts to classes and events all season long.

    $14

  • Closed Christmas Eve All Day

    Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

    The Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden is closed all day and night on Christmas eve. We are open again on Dec 26, 2026. We look forward to your visit when we reopen. To find out more about our hours and admission fees, please click here. Looking for details on classes and programs we offer? You can find that on our calendar here. Ready to buy tickets to an upcoming event? You can go to our ticket link to buy them now. Curious about our gardens and what's in bloom? Explore our different gardens here. Planning your visit and want to be prepared? Check our visitor's guide. Ready to enjoy more of Des Moines after your visit? Take advantage of the savings offered with the CatchDSM Fun Pass OR Discover Des Moines list of more things to do around town!

  • Closed Christmas Day

    Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

    The Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden is closed all day and night on Christmas Dec 25, 2026. We will open again on Dec 26, 2026. We look forward to your visit when we reopen. To find out more about our hours and admission fees, please click here. Looking for details on classes and programs we offer? You can find that on our calendar here. Ready to buy tickets to an upcoming event? You can go to our ticket link to buy them now. Curious about our gardens and what's in bloom? Explore our different gardens here. Planning your visit and want to be prepared? Check our visitor's guide. Ready to enjoy more of Des Moines after your visit? Take advantage of the savings offered with the CatchDSM Fun Pass OR Discover Des Moines list of more things to do around town!

  • Book Club: An opened book with the pages being flipped. This class falls within the wellness category.

    Botany Book Club

    Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

    Join our monthly book club nestled in the beauty of the Botanical Garden. Enjoy refreshments and discussions about the latest read "In Winter's Kitchen" by Beth Dooley. Registration includes meetings and refreshments (books not included). Pre-registration required. $12 Members | $15 Nonmembers Register Here

    $15

  • Closed at 4PM on New Year’s Eve

    Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

    The Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden closes on New Year's Eve at 4 pm, Dec 31, 2026. Dome for the Holidays will be open in the evening from 5-9pm. We look forward to your visit when we reopen. To find out more about our hours and admission fees, please click here. Looking for details on classes and programs we offer? You can find that on our calendar here. Ready to buy tickets to an upcoming event? You can go to our ticket link to buy them now. Curious about our gardens and what's in bloom? Explore our different gardens here. Planning your visit and want to be prepared? Check our visitor's guide. Ready to enjoy more of Des Moines after your visit? Take advantage of the savings offered with the CatchDSM Fun Pass OR Discover Des Moines list of more things to do around town!

    Free

  • Closed New Year’s Day

    Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

    The Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden is not open today Jan 1, 2027. We will open again on Jan 2, 2027. We look forward to your visit when we reopen. To find out more about our hours and admission fees, please click here. Looking for details on classes and programs we offer? You can find that on our calendar here. Ready to buy tickets to an upcoming event? You can go to our ticket link to buy them now. Curious about our gardens and what's in bloom? Explore our different gardens here. Planning your visit and want to be prepared? Check our visitor's guide. Ready to enjoy more of Des Moines after your visit? Take advantage of the savings offered with the CatchDSM Fun Pass OR Discover Des Moines list of more things to do around town!  

    Free