Majestic Mariposas | Desert Botanical Garden

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Majestic Mariposas

DATES: March 13 - May 12
TIMES: 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
PRICE: Included with membership or Garden admission


Don’t miss this living exhibit that features more than a thousand free-flying Southwestern butterflies. Get an up close and personal experience with these winged beauties, learn about each stage of their life cycle and discover what actions we can take to protect them.

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ADVANCE TICKET RESERVATIONS ARE HIGHLY RECOMMENDED FOR MEMBERS AND GENERAL PUBLIC
March-April Reservations are strongly recommended for Gertrude's Restaurant
March 21: The Garden, Gertrude's Restaurant & Garden Shop will close at 3 p.m. Last admission at 1:30 p.m.
Music in the Garden will be held in Dorrance Hall due to weather