ATTENTION VISITORS: The Garden will be closed for a private event on Sunday, August 18 starting at 3pm.

Annual Garden Party

Join us on August 18 for our annual fundraising dinner. Enjoy regional fare and music, bid on auction items from a number of local businesses, and help support the Garden’s growth!

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Vote for the WVBG and help us win $1,000 worth of plant labels!

Lark Labels is having a “Lark Label Loves Gardens” Sweepstakes and the WVBG was chosen as one of the finalists.

From August 1 through August 31, 2019, supporters can vote for the WVBG once a day every day.

Please vote and enlist all your friends too!

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A Season of Good Taste

Enjoy a series of farm to table dinners featuring local chefs while overlooking the gardens. Seating is limited, reserve your tickets today!

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A Hidden Gem near Morgantown, WV

Nestled between Morgantown and Cheat Lake, the West Virginia Botanic Garden provides an oasis from city life with over 4 miles of trails through shaded hemlock and hardwood forest, crossing streams and circling the wetlands of the old Tibbs Run Reservoir and an ever-growing collection of gardens.

Educational Programming

All year round, the West Virginia Botanic Garden at Tibbs Run Preserve offers a wide range of educational walks, lectures, demonstrations, and workshops.

The schedule is updated each season, and many are free to Garden members.

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Fall Children's Festival

The wildly popular Fall Children’s Festival has returned to the Garden annually since 2010, and continues to grow with each passing year!

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Miles of Trails

Our Mission

The West Virginia Botanic Garden at Tibbs Run Preserve seeks to foster learning, inspiration, and well-being through the beauty and wonder of plants, the natural environment, and culturally enriching experiences.

Our History

Begun as only a dream in 2000, the WVBG is steadily becoming a reality thanks to dedicated volunteers and members. Learn more about the history of the Garden.

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Working Together

Our Garden continues to grow through the concerted efforts of volunteers, staff, and board members. Lend a helping hand and join us on this journey!

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Future Plans

In 2016, the Garden had the pleasure of working with Oasis Design Group of Baltimore to develop a master plan that will shape the future growth of our Garden.

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We are located at 1061 Tyrone Road, Morgantown, WV 26508.

Get Directions

How do I find my way around the Garden?

There are printed maps available in the information kiosk near the lower parking lot. The older trails are also visible on Google Maps and the West Virginia Trail Inventory.

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What's happening at the Garden?

There are a variety of educational and recreational programs at the West Virginia Botanic Garden year-round. See if they coincide with your visit to the Garden.

(Pre-registration is strongly suggested for all programs, and required for many. Read program descriptions for details.)

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Is the West Virginia Botanic Garden family friendly?

That would be a resounding ‘Yes!’ The West Virginia Botanic Garden offers many children’s programs throughout the year including educational workshops, camps, festivals and more!

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