As a tranquil place for guests of all ages to learn, play, and explore outdoors, Powell Gardens provides a retreat from urban life and is an essential part of the Kansas City experience. Donor support helps enhance key services and spaces throughout the Gardens (including architecture by E. Fay Jones) to meet the varying needs of our visitors.

Mobile Concessions

The implementation of a mobile concession model will provide more food and drink options during events and festivals.

Wayfinding

The addition of signs will enhance the visitor experience and assist guests with confidently navigating the Gardens.

Trolley

Investment in a new trolley system will provide increased accessibility for visitors in various parts of the Gardens.

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Powell Gardens’ 970-acre footprint includes, but is not limited to, the Marlese Lowe Gourley Island Garden, the David T. Beals III Woodland and Stream Garden, and so much more. To invoke the unique feeling of the Midwest landscape and preserve the local ecosystem, much of Powell Gardens’ acreage is remnant (undisturbed) and reconstructed prairie.

Prairie Education and Conservation Areas

New programming will focus on conservation and restoration with native plants, including partnerships featuring Ona’s Prairie and Goats on the Go.

Design Fee

The Heartland Harvest Garden and Children’s Garden will be redesigned to reduce their maintenance needs, elevate design, and enhance the visitor experience with a special focus on regenerative agriculture.

Please contact Molly Maddox at development@powellgardens.org or 816-697-2600 X226 for more information.

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Powell Gardens presents festivals, cultural programming, and exhibitions that weave the artistry of the natural world together with meaningful educational experiences for children and adults alike.

Painted Garden (Spring)

Visual Art Underwriting

Fortopia (Summer)

Fort Underwriting

Folies Au Jardin (Summer)

Performing Artist Sponsorship

Portable, Safe performance Stage Package

Stage will include a performance and green room for artists, tent, sound system, and heaters all used year-round with a specific focus on activating the space for Painted Garden, Folies Au Jardin, and Festival of Lights.

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Your support plays a direct role in Powell Gardens’ ability to offer interactive moments with nature.

With more than 100,000 visitors each year, Powell Gardens strives to provide meaningful experiences with nature through educational opportunities, seasonal festivals, signature events, and special programming only a botanical garden can provide.

Sponsorships

Provide marketing and naming opportunities to engage in specific Powell Gardens’ projects like seasonal festivals, signature events, and exhibitions.

Memberships

Support Powell Gardens’ multi-faceted operations, programming, education, events, and so much more. Individual memberships provide members with access to specific benefits.

Corporate Memberships

Support Powell Gardens’ operations, programming, education, and events while providing participating companies with specific marketing and membership perks.