
HOURS:
THE BAKER ARBORETUM IS OPEN:
APRIL 1 - OCTOBER 31 (CST) 10:00 AM TO 5:00 PM,
NOVEMBER 1 THROUGH MARCH 31, 10:00AM TO 4:00PM.
THE DOWNING MUSEUM IS OPEN:
TUESDAY - FRIDAY, (CST) 11:00 AM TO 4:00PM
SATURDAY, 12:00PM to 4:00PM.
THE BAKER ARBORETUM AND THE DOWNING MUSEUM
- Open to the public Tuesday - Saturday.
- Closed on Sunday, Monday and National Holidays*. *check the Calendar for specific holiday closings.
- In case of inclement weather, closed when the Warren County Schools are closed. For
more information visit The Polar Report at WBKO.
Admission:
- Admission is free.
- Reservations are not needed for admission. Maps for self-guided tours are available
at the visitors kiosk.
- For guided tours of the arboretum, submit a Reservation Form at least one week in
advance.
Submit a Reservation
- The terrain is hilly and comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
- This is a tobacco free campus.
- Please leave flowers, plants, containers and plant labels in place for everyone to
enjoy.
- Please refrain from bringing pets, food and drinks.
- The campus is not available for private rental (weddings, parties, etc.)
Photography/videography:
Guests are invited to take outdoor photographs and videos for personal use.
Commercial photographers (or any photography for commercial use) are required to complete
and submit a Photography Shoot Permit Form.
Submit a Photography Shoot Permit Form.
All photographers:
- Please note that tripods, props, stands, etc. are not permitted.
- Photographers are not allowed to block pathways, or visitor access to any area of
the arboretum. Respect the privacy of our guests and their wishes regarding being
in photographs.
- Please remain on the paths or turf and refrain from entering beds. Do not disturb
or remove plants, plant labels, or containers.
- Do not block entrances, pathways, or any outdoor areas for use by others in any way.
- Drone photography is restricted on the grounds.
- The garden reserves the right to restrict access to certain areas.
Directions:
- From I65: take the William H. Natcher Parkway exit towards Owensboro, exit 20b. Go
to Exit 9, US-231/ Morgantown Road. Turn right on Morgantown road.
- The Baker Arboretum and Downing Museum are located at 4801 Morgantown road. 1/2 mile
west of the William H. Natcher Parkway. Enter on the left at the new entrance.
Map this location: Baker Arboretum and Downing Museum>> CAUTION --Maps send you to the exit. Turn in at the new entrance with the sign pictured
above.