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Desert Botanical Garden Unveils 2040 Compass to Launch Bold New Century

Desert Botanical Garden today unveiled the 2040 Compass, a once-in-a-century strategic plan designed to build on the Garden’s deep community legacy and position it as the world’s leading destination for desert plants, desert experiences and desert solutions.

Desert Oasis: Summer at the Garden — A New Seasonal Experience Debuts

Cool nights, bright mornings and endless reasons to explore the desert’s most surprising season Desert Botanical Garden is introducing…

Desert Botanical Garden Extends Hours, Lowers Evening Admission Price to Help Community During Heat Wave

Phoenix, AZ – With temperatures expected to reach 100 degrees and higher next week, Desert Botanical Garden is extending its hours to help the community safely enjoy time outdoors during the cooler parts of the day.

Desert Botanical Garden Welcomes Chris Kline as New President & CEO

Desert Botanical Garden has named Arizona nonprofit leader and community connector Chris Kline as its next President and Chief…

Desert Botanical Garden Welcomes Award-Winning Chef Mark Tarbell to Lead Culinary Vision at the Garden

Desert Botanical Garden is proud to unveil a bold new chapter in its culinary evolution. Renowned chef and restaurateur Mark Tarbell, a James Beard Award nominee, Iron Chef America winner and one of Arizona’s most celebrated culinary innovators, will join the Garden as the new culinary lead for Gertrude’s Restaurant and Patio Café.

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