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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.

Calendar of Events

Visit our Anniversary Events Calendar

During Your Visit

Grow Green with 
the Garden

Pledge now to Grow Green

Audio Tour
Take an audio tour of Henry Shaw's garden.


Special Events

EarthWays: Living 
the Green Life Exhibit

Extended through 2010

The Garden Comes Alive
Images from our anniversary gala.

Learn More

Tower Grove House
Virtual Tour

Explore Garden founder Henry Shaw's Victorian country home.

Our History

Travels with Henry
Henry Shaw's
1841-1842 Travel Diaries
Updated daily

Henry's Trees
Trees planted during the 19th century

Commemorative
Keepsakes

Visit our online store.

Green for 150 Years Book

Emerson Sponsor
Emerson, a global manufacturing and technology company based in St. Louis,
is the presenting sponsor of the sesquicentennial celebration.