Nature Photography Contest Exhibit
When
June 20, 2025
All Day
Location
LongHouse Visitor Center
Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
Nature that nurtures.
The 300-acre Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens is a vibrant educational, recreational, and cultural resource for the Kansas City region. At the Arboretum, you’ll find over 1,700 species carefully cultivated across themed gardens and natural landscapes. It’s a place where nature, art, and science converge, offering visitors of all ages an immersive outdoor experience.
Address
8909 W. 179th Street
Overland Park, KS 66013
Phone
913-685-3604
Hours
September - March
Monday-Sunday | 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
April - August
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday | 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Tuesday, Thursday | 9 a.m.-8 p.m.
Last entry 30 minutes before closing.
Gates shut at closing time.
Admission
Children ages 5 and under are free.
$3 ages 6-17
$7 ages 18+
Free admission on the first Tuesday of each month.
Follow Us
Plan Your Visit
Whether you’re seeking a peaceful retreat, a family-friendly outing, or a chance to learn something new, the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens offers something different around every bend in the path.
Begin your adventure at LongHouse Visitor Center. Visitors can take in stunning views of gardens and ponds from LongHouse free of charge. Before you enter the gardens, purchase admission in the gift shop, or skip the line and purchase your tickets before you arrive.
At the Arboretum
Gardens
Regardless of the time of year, experience a subtle blending of soft colors and shapes at gardens across the Arboretum.
Educational Programs
Learn about the flora and fauna of our region! From self-guided learning to painting classes and nature walks, the Arboretum strives to serve all visitors.
Hiking Trails
Explore several different ecosystems and landscapes you won’t see anywhere else in Overland Park.
Sculptures
There is structural art for all tastes, spread throughout the Arboretum.
LongHouse Community Art Gallery
Browse works of art in this new gallery where the beauty of the natural world and the creativity of fine art meet.
Environmental Education Visitors Center
Stop in to learn more about everything the Arboretum has to offer, then grab some shade and a snack.
Café + Gift Shop
Grab a bite to eat at Café Celeste and discover unique treasures in the Gift Shop.
Guided Tours
Enjoy a guided tour of the Arboretum, either by strolling through its scenic paths on foot or riding comfortably in a golf cart.
Field Trips
The Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens is a wonderful location for students to learn.
Upcoming Events
In addition to regular operating hours, the Arboretum hosts many events and programs. Join us for a children’s event, art class, and more.
Friends of the Arboretum members visit the Arboretum for free, any day.
Just for Fun Preschool Camp: Dirt, Mud, & Bugs
When
June 20, 2025
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location
Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
Summer Movie Nights at the Arboretum: “10 Things I Hate About You” (Adults Only)
When
June 20, 2025
7:00 pm
Location
Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
Nature Photography Contest Exhibit
When
June 21, 2025
All Day
Location
LongHouse Visitor Center
How to Draw and Use Herbs
When
June 21, 2025
10:00 am
Location
Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
Just for Fun Preschool Camp: America Sparkles
When
June 23, 2025
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location
Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens