On June 15, 1859, Missouri Botanical Garden founder Henry Shaw opened the Garden to the public, making it the oldest botanical garden in continuous operation
in the nation. In 2009, the Garden observes our 150th anniversary,
or sesquicentennial. Join us throughout the year as we celebrate our heritage and look forward to the next 150 years.
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Visit our Events Calendar
Floral Clock
Commemorating our anniversary with a recreation of the famous clock from the 1904 World's Fair.
Grow Green with
the Garden
Pledge now to Grow Green
Heirloom Vegetables
See plant varieties that could be found in founder Henry Shaw’s original vegetable garden.
Audio Tour
Take an audio tour of Henry Shaw's garden.
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EarthWays: Living
the Green Life Exhibit
Extended through 2010
The Garden Comes Alive
Images from our anniversary gala.
Three Stars Over the Garden
An outdoor concert featuring “The Father of Rock and Roll,” Chuck Berry.
Global Garden Speaker Series
Six prominent experts address important issues impacting people, plants and the planet.
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Travels with Henry Henry Shaw's
1841-1842 Travel Diaries
Updated daily
Henry's Trees
Trees planted during the 19th century
Tower Grove House
Virtual Tour
Explore Garden founder Henry Shaw's Victorian country home.
Commemorative
Keepsakes
Visit our online store.
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