Borax Visitor Center

04/24/2026

In honor of , we’re reflecting on the role U.S. Borax has played in preserving remarkable landscapes such as Death Valley National Park.

Our history in the region spans more than a century and connects to the early vision for America’s national parks. Stephen Mather, the man behind our iconic 20 Mule Team® brand, originally pitched the idea of creating a National Park Service (NPS) and became its first director.

Momentum continued as U.S. Borax supported efforts to designate Death Valley a national monument, and later a national park. Along the way, we donated land to help protect this extraordinary landscape for future generations.

Read the story behind Death Valley’s evolution and the creation of the NPS: https://bit.ly/44COu5A

04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day! Borates are an important part of the agriculture industry. Stop by and see other industries that rely on boron!

This Earth Day, we’re focusing on one of the planet’s most essential and finite resources: Soil.

As global food demand increases, ensuring soil is as healthy and productive as possible is critical.

Farmers can improve soil health in several ways, including applying refined fertilizers that deliver essential micronutrients such as boron without harmful contaminants.

See how farmers are increasing crop production while protecting the environment and soil: https://bit.ly/4nRBEHx

04/06/2026

We're pleased to announce the official opening of our restored 20 Mule Team wagon display. The project was a joint effort between our employees, contractors, retirees, and community members.

It's dedicated to Bobby Tanner, the last muleskinner for U.S. Borax, who passed away in June 2024. You can visit this amazing piece of history at the our Visitor Center.

Learn more about the project: https://bit.ly/47IY2Nc

In the photos: Marybeth Garrison, Bo Tanner, Claudia Tanner, James Low, and members of the Clampers

03/11/2026

As spring break approaches, a rare superbloom is drawing visitors from around the world to Death Valley National Park—visiting distance from U.S. Borax operations.

After unusually high rainfall and favorable temperatures, North America’s hottest landscape transforms into sweeping fields of gold, purple, and pink wildflowers.

This region has long been a part of our story. More than a century ago, U.S. Borax donated land that would become part of the park, helping preserve this remarkable landscape for future generations.

If you’re visiting the area, stop by the Borax Visitor Center in Boron, California. There you can explore the history of borate mining, see the iconic 20 Mule Team wagons, learn about our conservation history, and discover how boron continues to support modern life.

Plan your trip: https://bit.ly/3MStdss

03/10/2026

Hurry! There’s only two weeks left to apply for a grant or scholarship through the Borax Visitor Center Foundation. Applications are due March 27.

Find more details and apply using the links below.

Scholarship: https://bit.ly/3YuY2cK

Grant: https://bit.ly/3XbS7rJ

03/05/2026

Thanks to Katherine Warington, we understand that plants need boron to survive and thrive. Visit us to see other uses for borates.

And, happy National Women's History Month!

March marks Women’s History Month, a time to recognize women whose work changed the world.

Katherine Warington was one of those pioneers. At a time when few women pursued careers in science, Warington broke barriers as a research chemist. Her work demonstrated that boron is essential for plant growth and development.

Learn more about her legacy: https://bit.ly/3ZUHUS9

02/16/2026

Our 2026 grant applications are now open! If your organization serves Boron or the surrounding communities, this is your opportunity to apply for funding to support your meaningful local impact.

Each year, the Borax Visitor Center Foundation awards thousands of dollars to nonprofit and government organizations focused on:

▪️Education
▪️Health and human services
▪️Community improvement
▪️Historic preservation

Get details and apply today: https://bit.ly/3XbS7rJ

Foundation

Current grant application for the Borax Visitor Center Foundation

02/16/2026

🎓Attention, Boron High School seniors! Scholarship applications are now open through the Borax Visitor Center Foundation.

If you’re graduating in 2026, have a 3.0 GPA, and completed community service, you may be eligible. Find details here: https://bit.ly/3YuY2cK

These scholarships can be used to fund your next step at the college, foundation, or trade school of your choice.

Since 1998, the Borax Visitor Center has awarded more than $175,000 in scholarships to help students pay for tuition, textbooks, and fees.

Apply today: https://bit.ly/3YuY2cK

Current scholarship application for the Borax Visitor Center Foundation

01/23/2026

Every day, boron positively impacts our lives.

Its special properties enhance glass, wood, insulation, and even the cars we drive. This unsung hero of the periodic table helps improve the safety, durability, and efficiency of products we count on.

Take a closer look at five places where you can find borates: https://bit.ly/4bQygaz

11/26/2025

With the holidays approaching, kitchens take center stage—and boron is everywhere.

It’s in the materials and products that make your kitchen safer, cleaner, and more convenient.

Boron helps:
▪️Borosilicate glass bakeware handle high oven and microwave temperatures without cracking
▪️Ceramic dishes and tiles stay strong and resist scratches
▪️The adhesives needed for milk cartons, cookbooks, and paper grocery bags

Impress your dinner guests with even more facts about boron in your kitchen: https://bit.ly/4nhPbqw