The Dallas Arboretum invites the everyone to celebrate Independence Day weekend at the garden with something for everyone in the family. July admission is $5 per person ages
2 and up (children 2 and older through seniors 65 and older, children under 2 are free).
Kelley Family Days are July 1 to 4, so visitors who purchase a general garden ticket will receive complimentary entrance to the Rory Meyers Children’s Adventure Garden. A special thanks to the Kelley family for underwriting the cost.
Friday, June 30 - Tuesday, July 4, 2023 Dallas Arboretum, 8525 Garland Rd., Dallas, TX 75218 Fri., June 30, 2023
9 a.m.-5 p.m. – Gary Lee Price’s Great Contributors Exhibit*
9 a.m.-5 p.m. – Quilters Guild of Dallas Exhibit**
10 a.m.-2 p.m. – Family Fun Fridays
11 a.m.-12 p.m. – Shakespeare of Dallas – Martin Rutchik Concert Stage Enjoy activities for the whole family. Children can pop bubbles and eat frozen treats purchased from vendors. Country Critters Petting Zoo returns with a collection of animals
(10 a.m.-2 p.m.). Story time (10 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.) features kid-friendly tales of the figures represented in the Great Contributors exhibition; and crowd favorite Kindermusik (12:15 p.m.) activates children’s minds through song.
Saturday, July 1
9 a.m.-5 p.m. – Gary Lee Price’s Great Contributors Exhibit*
9 a.m.-5 p.m. – Quilters Guild of Dallas Exhibit**
10:30 a.m. – Quilters Guild of Dallas Meet the Artist – De-Golyer House
10 a.m.-2 p.m. – Country Critters Petting Zoo – Pecan Grove
10 a.m.-4 p.m. – One Day Bakery Sale – A Tasteful Place
12-2 p.m. – Live Piano Performance by Rebecca Noel – Jeanne’s Pavilion
2-4 p.m. – Low Key Colors, Rock Classics – Martin Rutchik Concert Stage & Lawn
Sunday, July 2
9 a.m.-5 p.m. – Gary Lee Price’s Great Contributors Exhibit*
9 a.m.-5 p.m. – Quilters Guild of Dallas Exhibit**
10 a.m.-2 p.m. – Country Critters Petting Zoo
10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. – Window to the Wild Bird Show – Pecan Grove
12-2 p.m. Live Piano Performance by Adriana Cordero – Jeanne’s Pavilion
2-4 p.m. Lone Star Band, Instrumental Music – Friends Hill
Monday, July 3
9 a.m.-5 p.m. – Gary Lee Price’s Great Contributors Exhibit*
9 a.m.-5 p.m. – Quilters Guild of Dallas Exhibit**
10 a.m.-2 p.m. – Country Critters Petting Zoo – Pecan Grove
11 a.m.-12 p.m. – Dallas College Cooks Chef Demonstration – A Tasteful Place
11 a.m.-12 p.m. – Frontiers of Flight Museum presentation on Amelia Earhart history and life game show – Children’s Adventure Garden
12-2 p.m. – Live Piano Performance by Rebecca Noel – Jeanne’s Pavilion
2-4 p.m. – Ashmore, Classic Rock – Martin Rutchik Concert Stage & Lawn
Tuesday, July 4
9 a.m.-5 p.m. – Gary Lee Price’s Great Contributors Exhibit*
9 a.m.-5 p.m. – Quilters Guild of Dallas Exhibit**
10 a.m.-2 p.m. – Country Critters Petting Zoo – Pecan Grove
12-2 p.m. – Live Piano Performance by Bob Goodwin – Jeanne’s Pavilion
1 p.m. – Chef Demonstration with Chef Isabel – A Tasteful Place
2-4 p.m. – Radio Edit, Classic Hits – Martin Rutchik Concert Stage & Lawn Now through August 13: Gary Lee Price Great Contributors Exhibit
The Dallas Arboretum features American sculptor Gary Lee Price’s Great Contributors Exhibit returning for his third show. Joining the resident sculpture of William Shakespeare are eight additional statues that Price has created: Amelia Earhart, Harriet Tubman, Joan of Arc, Mother Teresa, Ruby Bridges, Albert Einstein, Benjamin Franklin and Mark Twain. As a fellow of the National Sculpture Society who works to uplift and celebrate the human spirit, Price is recognized worldwide.
NEW! Guests can pick up a 16-page interactive family exhibit guide at the Information Booth for a hands-on exploration of the exhibit, the history of Dallas and the lives of the featured Great Contributors.
Now through August 6: Quilters Guild of Dallas Exhibit The Quilters Guild of Dallas Exhibit showcases handmade quilts in the DeGolyer House. These quilts highlight rich histories and stories that complement the Great Contributors’ statues.
Food Options and Picnics Welcome
Guests are welcome to bring their own food or purchase food onsite. Window food service is available at the Terrace Café presented by Gil’s Elegant Catering and includes a selection of soups, salads, sandwiches, snacks, drinks and adult beverages.
Restaurant DeGolyer is also open for visitors daily from
11 a.m. to 3 p.m. A three-course seated tea at 11 a.m. and
2 p.m. is also available with advanced registration: https:// www.dallasarboretum.org/visitor-information/dining/seated- tea/, email teas@dallasarboretum.org or call 214.515.
6615.
Rory Meyers Children’s Adventure Garden: Explore this award-winning eight-acre scientific garden where science and fun become one with its own STEM-related programming. Entrance is free with paid admission, thanks to Kelley Family Days (July 1-4).
July 1-4
Walne Family Discovery Lab: Daily at 10 a.m., 1 p.m. and
3 p.m.
Pop Rockets. Perfect for children 6 years old and up.
OmniGlobe: Daily at 11 a.m. & 2:30 p.m.
Wonderful Weather Storytime with Eddie the Eagle: 10:30 a.m. – Habitats Eagle’s Nest Little Adventurers Storytime: 10:30 a.m.
My America by Jan Spivey Gilchrist
STEM Stops:
12 p.m. – The Art in Science
1:30 p.m. – The Golden Spiral Ar
3:30 p.m. – Design Your Own Garden
TICKETS:
Advanced timed tickets are required for entry to the Arboretum by calling 214-515-6615 or visiting the website at https://www.dallasarboretum.org/ Visit dallasarboretum. org or social media sites for the latest information.
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