Outdoor Lab Programs in the Main Garden
Engage students in a cross-curricular learning experience outdoors in the Main Garden. All program reservations include a pre- and post-visit resource guide to use in your classroom and access to our entire garden. All content is customized for your specific grade level needs.
Details
- Monday–Friday
- $12 per student | 1:8 teacher/chaperone free
- $15 per additional chaperone
- Children’s Adventure Garden access included
- Up to 30 students per session
Nature’s Works of Art
3rd – 6th Grade
The beauty and wonder of trees and flowers have enchanted artists for centuries. In this Arboretum educator-led program, students will explore color, shape and texture in nature and investigate the artistic skills used in a variety of jobs at the Arboretum.
Art TEKS:
3.1B, 3.3C
4.1B, 4.3C
5.1B, 5.3C
MS 1 1(B), 3(D)
Christmas Village Guided Tour
K – 2nd Grade
Available November 12 – December 19, 2025
Take a trip around the world this winter without leaving Texas! Explore the Arboretum’s Pauline and Austin Neuhoff Family Christmas Village while students learn about winter traditions from across the globe that have found their way to Texas. Discover traditional food and music as well as cultural meanings of winter flowers and plants from our state and beyond. Connect with your favorite winter traditions this year at the Dallas Arboretum.
Science TEKS:
Recurring Themes and Concepts: 5A
Science Content:
K.10B
1.9
2.5A
Social Studies TEKS:
K.11A, K.11B
B1.14A, 1.14B
2.12A, 2.12B