Myriad Botanical Gardens

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Myriad Botanical Gardens is a public botanical garden and community green space in downtown Oklahoma City.

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What's on here

Why go

  • Inasmuch Foundation Crystal Bridge Conservatory
  • Children’s Garden on the outdoor grounds
  • Step inside the Philodendron Dome to look up at bronze leaves supported by iron vines, on the northwest side of the lake.

Opening hours

Today09:00 – 17:00Show all
Monday09:00 – 17:00
Tuesday09:00 – 17:00
Wednesday09:00 – 17:00
Thursday09:00 – 17:00
Friday09:00 – 17:00
Saturday09:00 – 17:00
Sunday11:00 – 17:00

What's in season

  • NowNov – DecThe gardens take part in Downtown in December, with lights installed in late November.
  • OctOrchids in October is a three-day event with an orchid sale and luncheon honoring the Crystal Award recipient.
  • MarThe Oklahoma Gardening School is an all-day seminar on Oklahoma-related gardening topics, typically held on the first Saturday in March.

Don't miss

  • GatewayA sculpture by Hans Van de Bovenkamp.On a raised berm on the north side of the gardens.
  • Flying FishA kinetic sculpture by Kenny McCage.In the eastern lake area.
  • Land of the Brave and the FreeA colorful kinetic wind sculpture donated by California artist Susan Pascal Beran during the 2002 Festival of the Arts.On the west side of the gardens.
  • Spirit PolesA gift from Tulsa to mark Oklahoma’s centennial of statehood in 2007.Beside the north fountain plaza.
  • Childhood is EverlastingA sculpture made by Robin Orbach in 1992.In the southwest quadrant.

Photo spots

  • Pumpkinville Route 66 muralsEvent murals depict Route 66 attractions, including the Blue Whale of Catoosa, POPS Arcadia, Cadillac Ranch, and the Wigwam Motel.At Pumpkinville in the gardens.

Shorts

History

  1. 1964A downtown renewal plan led by architect Ieoh Ming Pei included a park; the plan was adopted in 1965.
  2. 1971The city selected Conklin & Rossant to design the garden project.
  3. 1975The city bought the site, then occupied by the Biltmore Hotel, City National Bank and Oklahoma Club.
  4. 1977Construction began with demolition of the buildings on the site.
  5. 1977–1981Initial garden infrastructure was built, including an artificial lake and conservatory foundations.
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  1. 1983–1985The conservatory was built.
  2. 1987The city parks department took over management.
  3. 1988The garden and Crystal Bridge Conservatory opened to the public.

How to get there

  • TramTake the Oklahoma City Streetcar to Myriad Gardens station.

Accessibility

  • Mobility scooters welcome on the property

Sources: Myriad Botanical Gardens - Wikipedia · Oklahoma City/Downtown - Wikivoyage (see) · Home - Myriad Botanical Gardens · Visit Us - Myriad Botanical Gardens · Myriad Gardens Shop - Myriad Botanical Gardens · Myriad Botanical Gardens - Wikipedia · checked 3 Oct 2026

Where
301 W. Reno, OK, Oklahoma City

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Questions and answers

What are Myriad Botanical Gardens’ outdoor hours?

The outdoor grounds are open daily, 6 am–11 pm. The Crystal Bridge Conservatory and gardens gift shop open daily.

Can I ride a recreational scooter at Myriad Botanical Gardens?

Recreational scooters cannot be ridden inside the gardens.

Are weapons allowed at Myriad Botanical Gardens?

Firearms and weapons are prohibited on the property.

Can I bring my dog to Myriad Botanical Gardens?

Leashed pets are allowed on the outdoor grounds, which also have an off-leash dog park. Only service animals may enter the Crystal Bridge.

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