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.
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.
Pumpkins After Hours: A Sensory-Friendly Evening
September 30, 2025
5:30-8pm
Enjoy a special sensory-friendly evening at the Dallas Arboretum with exclusive access to Pumpkin Village, featuring a hundred thousand pumpkins and gourds, whimsical houses and playful photo spots. This autumn event offers smaller crowds, quiet zones and engaging hands-on fall activities for all ages in a peaceful, welcoming setting.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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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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