
Sonoran Oasis: Master Plan Reveal & Open House
Join us for the public unveiling of Sonoran Oasis, Tohono Chul’s new 15-year Master Plan! Shaped by input from more than 800 community members, the plan presents a vision for protecting, enhancing, and renewing our 49-acre botanical garden while preserving what makes Tohono Chul so special.
Hear from Tohono Chul leadership as we share the vision for the gardens’ future, including plans for improved visitor experiences, greater accessibility, resilient landscapes, and thoughtfully enhanced spaces for learning, gathering, and connecting with the Sonoran Desert.
Following the presentation, enjoy an opportunity to mingle, explore the vision, and learn more about what’s ahead for Tohono Chul.
Event Schedule:
- 5:00 PM | Doors open
- 5:45 PM | Program begins
- Introduction by Koren Manning, Tohono Chul Board Chair
- Master Plan presentation by Jamie Maslyn Larson, Tohono Chul President/CEO
- Remarks by Oro Valley Mayor Joe Winfield and Vice Mayor/Mayor-Elect Melanie Barrett
- Closing remarks by Gayle Mateer, Master Plan Committee Chair and Tohono Chul Board Vice Chair
- 6:30 PM | Reception
- 7:00 PM | Event concludes
Date: Thursday, October 22, 2026
Location: Garden Pavilion
Admission: Free & Open to the Public
Please RSVP at your earliest convenience to let us know you’ll be joining us!