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Reiman Gardens

Botanical garden · Display garden · Ames, IA

A university garden in Ames with formal and home-demonstration gardens and a butterfly wing. Parking is free during open hours.

Reiman Gardens, Ames, Iowa. Photograph from Wikimedia Commons.
Photo: GardenLover2008 · 2004 · CC BY 3.0
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LocationAmes, Iowa

1407 University Blvd., Ames, IA 50011

HoursHours not recorded

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Visitor notice when checked: Closed to the public Oct 3, 2026 (ticketed event). Closes at 4 p.m. Oct 9-11; Conservatory and Butterfly Wing closed those days. Check the garden’s current notices.

Hours & admission

Published hours
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Admission details
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Parking
Lots S1 and S2 are free during open hours and events, but not overnight or during home Iowa State football games.
Contact
515-294-2710
1407 University Blvd.
Ames, IA 50011

Checked September 29, 2026 · Official visitor source

For a future visit, confirm the date, ticket availability and special-event exceptions with the garden.

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Not a garden recommendation.

Access & getting there

Wheelchairs and motorized scooters can be checked out at the front desk, first come, first served; no advance reservations.

Official visitor information

Before you leave

  • Confirm the schedule for your specific date.
  • Check reservations and parking separately.
  • Read the garden’s current visitor notices.
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