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Tucson Botanical Gardens2150 N. Alvernon Way www.tucsonbotanical.org |
| The mission of the Tucson Botanical Gardens is to provide horticultural and ecological education, to encourage responsible environmental stewardship, and to provide a setting for enjoyment, relaxation and renewal for residents and visitors of all ages. | |
| Location: | On Alvernon Way, just south of Grant Road |
| Parking: | Ample parking on the grounds |
| Hours of operation: | Daily 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Closed January 1, July 4, Thanksgiving, and December 25 |
| Admission fees: | $5.00 Adult $4.00 Senior $1.00 Child |
| Membership: | Yes |
| Handicapped access: | Yes |
| Lunch facilities: | Nearby |
| Gift shop: | Yes |
| Curriculum relevance: | Botany, Gardening, Conservation |
| Contact person: | Meg Quinn, (520) 326-9686, ext 23 |
| Arranging a Visit: | Call for reservations |
| Tour description: | Guided or self-guided tours of the gardens are available. |
| Other resources: | Teacher training workshops on Tropical Rainforests and Sonoran Desert ethnobotany. Tropical Rainforest and Desert Harvest check-out kits for teachers. Staff available for in-service, inter-session, and school garden projects. |
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Outreach programs "Plant Seeds Into Your Curriculum" |
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page last updated May 24, 2000 08:01 AM |
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