About the Garden

The mission of the Mizzou Botanic Garden is to support the University of Missouri in the areas of education, research, extension, and economic development. To this end, the Garden is to serve as a public resource providing educational opportunities through the collections, display, interpretation and conservation of plants suited to central Missouri in a manner which inspires, educates and delights visitors of all ages.

For those of you who have not been to campus lately or are first time visitors, our garden is the MU campus. We have turned our environment into an exceptional and beautiful learning opportunity for our students, faculty, staff and visitors.

We hope you will visit often as the garden changes with each season and grows with each passing year.

Celebrating 25 Years

In the 2024 academic year, Mizzou Botanic Garden proudly marks its 25th anniversary! For a quarter of a century, the garden has been a living testament to the beauty of nature and the power of conservation, education, and research. Join us as we celebrate this milestone and look forward to continuing to grow together for years to come. Learn more about the gardens rich history.

News & Information

Mizzou Botanic Garden Fall Lecture: Behind the Scenes at Biltmore

Spend an evening with Bill Quade, Director of Gardens and Grounds at the iconic Biltmore Estate in Asheville, NC. Quade will provide an insider’s perspective on maintaining the estate’s vast 8,000 acres, from preserving its historic landscapes to managing seasonal changes.

Join Friends of the Mizzou Botanic Garden and in addition to other benefits, you can visit 345+ gardens throughout North America for free. Memberships run from July 1 to June 30.