Will Rogers Horticultural Gardens gives visitors an opportunity to enjoy one of the most enchanting parks in Oklahoma.

The Garden Exhibition Center in Will Rogers Park is home to the Oklahoma City Council of Garden Clubs. The council was organized in 1921 to promote horticulture, flower gardening and conservation.

The gardens include the Ed Lycan Conservatory, which houses the largest cacti and succulent collection in the state. Inside the garden walls, visitors are surrounded by thousands of roses, irises, azaleas, daylilies and peonies.

While you're at the park, don't forget to visit the arboretum, which features both native trees and special varieties rarely found in Oklahoma. Self-guided tour brochures are available in the Garden Exhibition Center and Ed Lycan Conservatory.

While there, wander the Gardens' winding paths where botanical delights await your every turn.  You can also take in the view of the park ponds from the Charles E. Sparks Rose Garden.

To rent the rose garden or senior center for weddings or receptions, call Will Rogers Senior Activity Center at 405 942-4339 or e-mail Patty McDoulett @ misspatty.mcdoulett@okc.gov.

To rent the Garden Exhibition Center for meetings, call 405 943-0827 or louis.scott@okc.gov