Tucson Botanical Gardens
2150 N. Alvernon Way
Tucson, Arizona 85712
Phone: 520.326.9686
www.tucsonbotanical.org
Open daily from 8:30 to 4:30, closed on some holidays.

2 Season Passes to Twilight Third Thursdays

Enjoy local music each Third Thursday of the month at the Tucson Botanical Gardens from June through September!

Summer days in Tucson are hot, but once the sun sets, the air cools and there is no better place to be than enjoying the beautiful outdoors of our desert home. The Gardens will be open from 5-9pm on each Third Thursday of the month with a family friendly concert featuring the following bands:

June 17- Batucaxe- a very lively Brazilian group
July 15- Desert Bluegrass & Apocalypso- Strings and Steel
August 19- Tucson Symphony- A touch of classical with
September 16- Lisa Otey and Diane Van Deurzen


Long-time KXCI supporters, the Tucson Botanical Gardens is a 5 1/2 acre oasis right in the middle of Tucson, although it's sheer beauty will magically transport you right out of the city and right into nature.

Tucson Botanical Gardens is a private 501(c)3 non-profit organization supported by income generated through admissions, memberships, gift shop sales, special events, classes and rentals, contributions from individuals, corporations and foundations, and grants from the City and County. Volunteers assist the staff with almost every aspect of Gardens’ operations.
Vision Statement

The Tucson Botanical Gardens, a tranquil oasis in the heart of Tucson, strives to be recognized and respected as the best small public garden in America.
Mission Statement

The Tucson Botanical Gardens promotes responsible and appropriate use of plants and water in a desert environment through education and demonstration and provides a place of beauty and tranquility for Tucson residents and visitors.
Core Values

As the Tucson Botanical Gardens moves forward, its leadership respects the Porter legacy and all that it embodies.  Bernice Porter was committed to creating a garden that was both aesthetically beautiful and educational.  She envisioned it as a community resource for learners of all ages, knowledge levels, and abilities—a center where one could learn about plants, gardening, and nature.

Beauty
We strive to provide a setting that is beautiful to the eyes and attractive to all the senses.

Excellence
We are committed to meeting the highest standards of performance.

Inspiration
We seek to be a place that touches people’s hearts and minds.

Community
We believe in the power of working together to share dreams and achieve common goals.

Education
We believe that learning is a lifelong process that should be enjoyable and stimulating.

Integrity
Consistent with our mission and policies, we strive to conduct all Garden activities ethically.

Stewardship
By conserving and protecting our resources, we serve as a model for the community..