Missouri State Arboretum

The Missouri State Arboretum is a botanical garden situated on the grounds of Northwest Missouri State University, showcasing a diverse collection of trees and shrubs. The facility displays native and cultivated species arranged across multiple sections of the campus landscape.

The collection received official recognition in 1993 when the Missouri Legislature designated the university's tree and plant holdings as an arboretum. Since then, it has grown into an established botanical resource for the institution.

The site functions as an open-air classroom where students gain hands-on knowledge about plant identification and woodland ecology. The grounds serve the campus community as a place to connect with native plant species and understand regional vegetation.

The grounds are accessible year-round at no admission cost, with parking available on the university campus. Walking paths connect the different areas, making it easy to explore at your own pace.

The collection brings together specimens from different climate zones and forest types in a single compact location. This concentration allows visitors to experience botanical variety that might otherwise require travel across multiple regions.

Location: Missouri

GPS coordinates: 40.35330,-94.88340

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:21