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Fairy Gardens
Our Fairy Garden workshop is a magical class and fun for all ages (that’s right, the adults will love it too). In this class you will create handmade…
Music in the Garden: Diplomats of Solid Sound NEW DATE
NEW Date August 27. Experience Music in the Garden all summer long at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden. This popular outdoor concert series takes place…
Honeycomb Stained Glass Art
Join expert artists from Driftless Glassworks to create a one-of-a-kind stained glass honeycomb! At this fun workshop, you will learn the basic techniques of…
Pressed Floral Frame Drop-In
Preserve the beauty of summer and create a pressed floral frame in this self-guided drop-in activity. Select from a variety of pressed flowers & leaves to…
Moss Art Frame
Create a beautiful, maintenance-free piece of moss art! Using colored preserved moss and other natural materials, participants will design and assemble a…
Closed for Labor Day
The Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden is closed on Labor Day. We will open again on Tuesday. We look forward to your visit when we reopen. To find out more…
Closed for Labor Day
The Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden is closed on Labor Day. We will open again on Tuesday.
Fire Honey
Guided by traditional herbcraft and flavor techniques, learn how to make Fire Honey, a flavorful infused honey traditionally made with spicy and aromatic…
Sip & Stroll Fall Color
Celebrate the changing of the seasons and vibrant display of fall colors – with a glass of wine and guided stroll. Learn about what’s in bloom, what’s coming…
Mini Terrarium Drop-In
Looking to build a miniature ecosystem? Design and assemble a miniature tropical terrarium in this quick and easy drop-in activity. This is a self-guided…
Mid-Iowa Cactus & Succulent Display and Sale
Discover a succulent paradise at the Mid-Iowa Cactus and Succulent Society’s (MICSS) annual Display and Sale, hosted by the Greater Des Moines Botanical…
Mounted Staghorn Fern
Create a stunning living display to add a statement piece to your houseplant collection. Learn how to mount a staghorn fern to a wooden plaque while exploring…
Fall Prairie Seed Walk
Go on a Fall Prairie Seed Walk. Celebrate the beauty of autumn while learning the art of seed collecting on this guided prairie hike at Neal Smith National…
Preserving Your Harvest
Join Flora Café to learn safe and effective methods for preserving your harvest: fruits, vegetables, and herbs through canning, drying, and freezing. This…
Extended Summer Evenings: Last Friday of the Season
From June through September, the Botanical Garden stays open late on Tuesdays and Fridays—giving you more time to enjoy the beauty of summer, your way. Come…
Pruning: When + Where + How
Explore the principals of proper pruning, including when to prune, how to make correct cuts, and techniques for maintaining the health, structure, and…
Extended Summer Evenings: Last of the Season
From June through September, the Botanical Garden stays open late on Tuesdays and Fridays—giving you more time to enjoy the beauty of summer, your way. Come…
Advanced Cacti & Succulents
Take your cacti & succulent knowledge up a notch in this advanced desert dish garden workshop lead by experts with the Mid-Iowa Cactus and Succulent…
Fall Botanical Clay Earrings
Explore the art of sculpting vibrant three-dimensional flowers and leaves using polymer clay alongside mixed media techniques. Dive into a world where…
Pumpkin Stained Glass Art
Join expert artists from Driftless Glassworks to create a one-of-a-kind stained glass pumpkin! At this fun workshop, you will learn the basic techniques of…
Sip & Sweets
Sip & Sweets is sweet way to help the Garden! With wine in hand, enjoy a tour of seasonal highlights that includes three delicious chocolate tastings. Turn…
Winter Squash: Garden to Table
Discover the delicious versatility of winter squash with Flora café! Explore popular varieties, including butternut, acorn, and spaghetti squash, and how their…
Sip & Stroll Deadly Plants
Sip on a glass of wine as you are guided on a tour of deadly, poisonous plants to celebrate the spooky season of Halloween! Learn about why some plants are…
Succulent Cauldron Drop-In
Embrace the spooky season with the Succulent Cauldron Drop-In activity! Select a vining succulent and then pot it up in a mini cauldron planter to take home.…