Reiman Gardens in Ames

Central Iowa, Science

Place/Event: Reiman Gardens
Location: 1407 University Blvd, Ames, IA 50011 (Instead of our mailing address, enter into the map’s search field “intersection of University Boulevard and South 16 Street Ames”. Find the map below with directions to our entrance from the intersection of University Blvd. and S. 16 St.) 
Cost: see website for more details. $7.00 per student
Grade/age range: Prek-12
Group size: large or small
Hands-on: yes
Stroller friendly: yes
Bathrooms: yes *Even some way at the back in the Hunziker House
Food: picnic anywhere in outdoor gardens
Water: yes

When most people hear about Reiman Gardens, it’s because of the butterflies! But there are also 17-acres of beauty to enjoy!

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Butterfly Waterfall

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on the move

Reiman Gardens has two indoor conservatories: Christina Reiman Butterfly Wing and Hughes Conservatory. Both have relaxing water features and would be enjoyable in the winter.

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Hughes Conservatory

The whole garden appeals to children!

Each May Reiman Gardens participates in American Public Garden Day. Guests can receive FREE admission. Please check for times and benefits change each year. When we visited, the garden was busy but not overly crowded.

I was surprised how much the kids loved the garden and we visited for two hours. We really could have stayed longer!

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turn the flower pot to change the design

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looking down the kaleidoscope

The kaleidoscope in the Children’s Garden was impressive. The flower box turned so that the designs change. In the barn kids can learn through hands-on activities.

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educational activities

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