Our experience of nature is varied and each of us connect with plants in our own personal way, as diverse and individual as the land itself. Whether you enjoy strolling through gardens, exploring the plants and birds, or sitting quietly and just watching, the Lubbock Arboretum offers something for everyone.
Facilities
Facilities
- The Interpretive Center (Red Brick House): The Interpretive Center is accessible via the raised cedar deck in back. (Follow the brick walk through the ornamental iron gate). The center houses the Arboretum office and boardroom, a meeting room, kitchen and restroom. Unfortunately the center is not accessible for wheel chairs at this time. The Interpretive center is available for use by any group that is horticulturally related at no charge (arrangements must be made in advance).
Open during Wednesday Workday hours, Second Saturday programs, as well as by appointment. Visitors are welcome to walk the trails and enjoy the park during normal park operating hours as defined by city ordinance (Between 5:00 AM - Midnight) - Restrooms: Restroom facilities are available in the Hodges Community Center and the Garden and Arts Center during normal operating hours.
- Pets: Pets are allowed and must be on a leash, as required by City Ordinance in all city parks.
- Guided Tours: Special guided tours are available to educate groups about trees and plants as well as growing conditions. Arrangements can be made by calling the Arboretum at 806-797-4520.
- Driving directions from North University Avenue:
Drive south on University Avenue
Turn left (east) at the 40th Street exit
Turn right into the first parking lot (before you get to the baseball field)
Follow the parking as it curves south around Hodges Community Center (on your right)
Park in front of the little red brick house, which is the Lubbock Memorial Arboretum’s Interpretive Center - Driving directions from South University Avenue:
Drive north on University Avenue until you pass the Garden and Arts Center
Turn right into the parking lot at about 42nd Street, just north of the wooden Lubbock Memorial Arboretum sign
Park in front of the little red brick house, which is the Lubbock Memorial Arboretum’s Interpretive Center