Published on: October 19, 2025

On Sunday, October 19,  Tulsa Botanic Garden held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the newly installed Caja de Agua (“Water Box”) Fountain, a gift from Tulsa’s oldest Sister City, San Luis Potosí, Mexico, commemorating 45 years of international friendship and cultural exchange.

Deputy Mayor Krystal Reyes and Arturo Álvarez Muñiz, Director of Sister Cities and International Affairs for San Luis Potosí, were among the dignitaries attending the event.

The fountain is a replica of San Luis Potosí’s historic Caja de Agua, built in the 19th century to store water from an aqueduct. Standing over 8 feet tall and 12 feet wide, the pink quarry stone structure is encircled by garden beds with plants representative of Mexico, bilingual signage, walking paths, and seating.

This project was a collaborative effort between the City of Tulsa, Tulsa Global Alliance, Tulsa Botanic Garden, and partners from both communities.

🌿 Free Garden Admission Weekend– Oct. 24–26

Friday–Sunday, Oct. 24–26 | 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. (last entry 4:30 p.m.)

Join us for a Free Admission Weekend at Tulsa Botanic Garden as we celebrate the new Caja de Agua Fountain—a beautiful gift from our Sister City, San Luis Potosí, Mexico, symbolizing 45 years of international friendship.

It’s also the final weekend of Autumn in the Garden, so come explore, buy pumpkins, take photos, and make memories surrounded by fall color and festive displays!

🎟️ Advance Tickets Required — Limited Availability!

Admission is free, but timed-entry tickets must be reserved in advance to help us manage capacity and parking.

👉 Reserve yours now: tulsabotanic.org/tickets

🌻 What to Enjoy This Weekend:

  • 🎃 Pumpkin Patch – featuring 11 unique pumpkin and gourd varieties on sale for 25% off
  • 🌽 Hay Maze & Pumpkin House – perfect for family photos
  • 🧑‍🌾 Scarecrow Row – vote for your favorite in our People’s Choice Award!
  • 💧 Caja de Agua Fountain – see our newest addition honoring cross-cultural connection
  • 🍔 Food + Drinks for Sale (10 a.m.–4 p.m.) 

⚠️ Important Reminders:

  • 🚫 No outside food or drinks
  • 🚫 No pets, emotional support or therapy animals allowed. Service animals as defined by the DOJ/ADA ( “dogs that are individually trained to do work or perform tasks for people with disabilities”) are welcome.

Plan Ahead:
Choose your date (Fri, Sat, or Sun) and entry time when reserving your ticket. You may arrive anytime after your chosen time and stay until closing. Show your ticket on your phone or print it for entry.

Don’t wait — tickets are free but limited! Secure yours today and join us for a beautiful weekend of community, culture, and celebration at the Garden. 🌸