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Buxton Park Arboretum

Arboretum · Display garden · Indianola, IA

City park in Indianola with an arboretum, formal and butterfly gardens and a children's garden. A printed self-guided tree tour is kept in a display case near the gazebo.

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LocationIndianola, Iowa

705 N Buxton St, Indianola, IA 50125

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Contact
515-961-9410
705 N Buxton St
Indianola, IA 50125

Checked September 29, 2026 · Official visitor source

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Access & getting there

The park lists ADA accessible features, including a three-tiered water fountain.

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The Brenton Arboretum

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Newton Arboretum & Botanical Gardens

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Forest Park and Arboretum

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Iowa Arboretum & Gardens

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