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Newton Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Newton, IA
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Newton Arboretum and Botanical Gardens

A nonprofit public garden in Newton, Iowa, with cultivated beds, arboretum plantings, and prairie acreage.

3030 N 4th Ave E, Newton, IA 50208 · Newton, IA

About Newton Arboretum and Botanical Gardens

The Newton Arboretum and Botanical Gardens is a privately managed nonprofit garden in Newton, Iowa. It focuses on horticulture, community involvement, and growth. The grounds include about six acres of arboretum and gardens plus a thirteen-acre seedling prairie. The organization relies on volunteers and private donors rather than city funding, and it is not operated by the city. Visitors can walk the paths and trails, and the grounds are open daily from sunrise to sunset. Admission is free, though donations are welcome. Guests are asked to follow the posted rules for respecting plants and wildlife.

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