Virtual Tour: Butterfly Garden and Overlook

Virtual Tour: Butterfly Garden and Overlook

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A Peaceful Escape at Cunningham Park

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Located in Cunningham Park in Joplin, Missouri, the Butterfly Garden & Overlook is a serene space designed for reflection, renewal, and remembrance. Filled with vibrant wildflowers, fluttering butterflies, and a breathtaking overlook, this garden stands as a symbol of hope and resilience, honoring the lives impacted by the 2011 Joplin tornado.

Now, you can experience its beauty and meaning from anywhere with our virtual tour, letting you explore this peaceful space at your own pace.

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A Look Inside the Butterfly Garden & Overlook

Cunningham Park is a place of remembrance and renewal, and the Butterfly Garden & Overlook reflects that spirit. Built as part of the tornado memorial, this space offers a peaceful retreat for visitors to reflect, heal, and connect with nature.

Here’s what makes this location special:

  • A lush butterfly garden filled with native plants that attract pollinators.
  • A scenic overlook offering a tranquil view of the park and memorial.
  • A meaningful space for reflection, dedicated to those impacted by the 2011 tornado.

Whether you’re visiting to enjoy the natural beauty, find a moment of peace, or honor the city’s resilience, the Butterfly Garden & Overlook is one of the most meaningful places in Joplin, Missouri.

What to Expect in This Virtual Tour

This virtual tour lets you experience the Butterfly Garden & Overlook as if you were standing there in person, exploring its beauty in full detail.

Here’s what you’ll see:

  • Zoom in on the colorful flowers that bring this garden to life.
  • Take in the peaceful overlook, offering a quiet place for reflection.
  • Walk through the garden paths, seeing the thoughtful design of this special space.

This 360° virtual experience allows you to connect with one of Joplin’s most meaningful locations—wherever you are.

See It for Yourself – Explore the Virtual Tour

Some places are meant to be felt as much as they are seen. Whether you’ve visited before or are discovering it for the first time, this virtual tour lets you experience the Butterfly Garden & Overlook in a whole new way.

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