Gerald W. Marks Exploration Center & Rocky Mountain Gardens
Welcome to the GW Marks Exploration Center and Rocky Mountain Gardens—a hub for scientific discovery, community connection, and education in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West!
The center brings together the innovative programs of the:
Missoula County Department of Ecology and Extension,
Rocky Mountain Gardens,
Missoula Butterfly House & Insectarium,
and the Missoula Conservation District.
Explore the teaching kitchen, wet lab, meeting spaces, and educational gardens, all designed to inspire connection to community, nature, and our shared rural heritage. Parking is located at the intersection of Stephens and South Ave.
Discover more about each of our partners on the Fairgrounds, including their programs and upcoming events by clicking the logos below!
