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Botanical Illustration Studio: Blending Tools: Powder, Liquid, Pencil, and More
Studio Sessions provide dedicated time for students to strengthen their botanical illustration skills in a supportive, practice-focused environment. Each…
A Taste of the Tropics
Explore the incredible diversity of tropical fruit trees now growing in our new conservatory spaces! Discover how and why we developed this unique collection,…
BABY BUGS STAY AND PLAY
Baby Bugs Stay and Play is a new program for babies, toddlers and their grown-ups that will allow for brain building and the enjoyment of nature literacy. Meet…
Essence of a Still Life
Working with a combination of drawing inks, watercolors and acrylics over charcoal, tape, oil pastel, graphite and wax, we will use varied tools to layer media…
Autumnal Sunset: Paint a Picture in Flowers
Capture the rich colors and textures of an autumn sunset in this hands-on floral design workshop. Using a curated mix of fresh blooms, seasonal foliage, and…
Paint Night: Pumpkin Stack
Spend the evening at the Garden enjoying a light snack and drink while creating your very own pumpkin stack painting under the step by step guidance of local…
STORYTIME IN THE GARDEN
Storytime in the Garden will run every Friday and Saturday at 10 am, February through October in 2026. Please join us, rain or shine, to help build early and…
Cocktails in the Conservatory October
ATTENTION: THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT! Escape the summer heat and experience the Garden after hours at Cocktails in the Conservatory on Friday, July 17, from 6 –…
STORYTIME IN THE GARDEN
Storytime in the Garden will run every Friday and Saturday at 10 am, February through October in 2026. Please join us, rain or shine, to help build early and…
Botany for Botanical Illustration
Botanical illustrators need to be well versed in the intricacies of plant form. Morning sessions help you learn to understand the structure of flowering plants…
Introduction to Nature Journaling Fall
Nature is always speaking—you just have to slow down and listen. Whether you live in a city, suburb, or countryside, there’s a world of beauty waiting to be…
SEASONAL SPLENDOR TOUR: NOVEMBER 5
Experience the ever-changing beauty of nature on our Seasonal Splendor tour, a journey through the garden that celebrates all four seasons in vivid detail.…
STORYTIME IN THE GARDEN
Storytime in the Garden will run every Friday and Saturday at 10 am, February through October in 2026. Please join us, rain or shine, to help build early and…
Daffodil, Jonquil, or Narcissus? Learn Classification, Outstanding Cultivars, and More
We’ll unravel the proper answer to this age-old question by describing the 13 distinct botanical divisions that comprise the genus Narcissus. Traditional…
STORYTIME IN THE GARDEN
Storytime in the Garden will run every Friday and Saturday at 10 am, February through October in 2026. Please join us, rain or shine, to help build early and…
African Violets 101
Step into the vibrant world of the Gesneriaceae family- a diverse group of plants known for their beautiful blooms, unique foliage, and fascinating growth…
Butterfly Pinning 103: Owl Butterfly
Celebrate the uniqueness of the owl butterfly (Caligo spp.), known for its striking owl eye mimicry, in this hands-on workshop with lepidopterist and Butterfly…
Falling for Leaves: A Floral Design Workshop
Celebrate the rich colors and textures of autumn in Falling for Leaves, an immersive floral design workshop. This hands-on class invites participants invites…
WORLDS UNDER GLASS: DESERT TO RAINFOREST TOUR: NOVEMBER 10
Take an immersive journey through Earth’s diverse plant biomes – each distinct in climate, flora, and visual impact. Wander through the stark beauty of the…
Watercolor Experimentation and Card-Making: Fall/Winter Edition
Every painting or watercolor doodle can be transformed into a unique and expressive notecard. On day one, experiment with a variety of watercolor techniques…
Introduction to Botanical Drawing III
In Part III of the introductory botanical drawing series, you continue to draw inspiration from nature while building on the foundations established in Parts I…
STORYTIME IN THE GARDEN
Storytime in the Garden will run every Friday and Saturday at 10 am, February through October in 2026. Please join us, rain or shine, to help build early and…
Ecological Garden Cleanup and Fall Preparation
Curious how you can clean up your garden this fall to create a pleasant, presentable space that is sustainable for your local wildlife? Join instructor Kaity…
STORYTIME IN THE GARDEN
Storytime in the Garden will run every Friday and Saturday at 10 am, February through October in 2026. Please join us, rain or shine, to help build early and…