About Mordecai Children's Garden:
The three-acre garden features a suspension bridge, pond and stream in which children can play. Children can also get a taste of gardening by digging in the dirt at the Digging Area, or filling watering cans at the Home Harvest Garden. The garden is closed during the winter.
Hours and Admission:
Daily: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. starting on March 1
Admission for 2013:
Admission to the Mordecai Children's Garden is included in general admission to the Denver Botanic Gardens.
Denver Botanic Gardens Admission: $12.50 adults, $9.50 seniors, $9 students and youth
Children under two years old are admitted free.
Directions and Address:
From I-25, take the 6th Ave. East exit, then go east on 6th Ave. to Josephine St. Take a left onto Josephine St. and continue for three blocks. Take a left into Denver Botanic Gardens parking garage between 9th and 10th Streets. Please note both 6th Ave. and Josephine St. are one-way streets.
The Mordecai Children's Garden is located on the third floor of the parking garage, and is accessible by elevator or stairs from the parking garage.
Address:
Denver Botanic Gardens
1007 York St.
Denver, CO 80206
720-865-3500
Don't Miss It:
- Every Thursday from 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m., Stories in Action features a children's book connected to nature. All ages are welcome, but designed for children ages 3 to 8.
- Every Tuesday from 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m., Sensory Sensations offers children the chance to experience nature through the five senses. Designed for children from 12 to 24 months.
- Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m., Exploration Station offers hands-on activities for children. All ages are welcome, but designed for children ages 3 to 8.
