2022 Hours:
Open 7 days a week
January–February:
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
March–April:
8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
May–August:
8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
September–October:
8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
November–December:
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Closures:
Last entry into Shaw Nature Reserve is 30 minutes prior to posted closing time.
Thanksgiving Day Hours:
8 a.m.–noon
Christmas Eve Hours:
8 a.m.–noon
Closed Christmas Day
The Bascom House is currently closed to the public.
Admission:
$5 general admission
$3 seniors 65 & over
Free children 12 & under
Free for Missouri Botanical Garden members.
Groups click here.
Wheelchair Accessibility:
Bascom House, Maritz Trail House, Whitmire Wildflower Garden, Wetland Trail, Crescent Knoll Overlook, Glassberg Family Pavilions and restrooms.
Regulations
Non-smoking. No pets. Professional photographers must pay a fee.