8525 Garland Road, Dallas, Texas 75218

Education

Education at the Arboretum

The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden engages PreK-12 students through hangs-on, TEKS-aligned science programming. The Arboretum brings science to life through interactive field trips and outreach, offering meaningful, nature-based experiences aligned with classroom learning.

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The Rory Meyers Children’s Adventure Garden has 17 interactive learning galleries to explore. Since its opening in the fall of 2013, the Dallas Arboretum has hosted nearly 800,000 students in formal education programs and more than 1,000,000 visitors have walked through our beautiful butterfly gates.

Educator Open House

September 27, 2025
9am-1pm

Educators, enjoy a day at the Dallas Arboretum with up to two complimentary tickets for you and your family! Explore the interactive Rory Meyers Children’s Adventure Garden, take in the beauty of Autumn at the Arboretum, and learn how our TEKS-aligned programs bring education to life in an inspiring outdoor classroom.

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School Programs

The Dallas Arboretum cultivates a connection to nature and inspires environmental stewardship through garden-based experiences including field trips, outreach programs, afterschool lessons and academic overnights.

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Quicklinks:

Field Trips | Outreach | Overnights | School FAQ | Education Resources | Educator Guide


Other Education Programs

The Dallas Arboretum doesn’t just offer educational programming during the school day! Our options include homeschool workshops, scout programs, overnights, camps and family programs.

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Quicklinks:

Homeschool Programs | Overnights and Night Owls | Scouts | Summer Camps | Adult & Family Learning


Professional Learning

The Dallas Arboretum isn’t just the perfect field trip for students and the best floral display in Dallas, it’s also the ideal location to get TEA-approved Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credit if you’re a teacher!

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Speakers Bureau

The Speakers Bureau has an extraordinary passion for the Dallas Arboretum and is available to provide lively and entertaining presentations on a variety of topics related to the garden. Presentations can be adapted to the length your meeting requires.

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Gardening Resources and Tips

These helpful resources provide information for those interested in creating a beautiful and thriving garden in North Texas with seasonally-updated content.

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Explore School Programs in the Children’s Adventure Garden

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Book Your Trip Today

Make the most of your trip to the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens. Get in touch with us about booking an educational tour. Email us at education@dallasarboretum.org. Call us at 214.515.6540