Discover Bonsai
Led by Bonsai Curator Rodney Clemons 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (lunch 12 noon – 1 p.m.) Open to all visitors; included with garden admission Rodney Clemons visits…
Forest Bathing
Unlike hiking, or a nature walk, forest bathing is a mindful practice that invites you to immerse your senses in a natural environment. Additionally, forest…
Little Sprouts
Moms, dads, caregivers and little sprouts, ages 0-4, join us for music, movement, play and storytime! Each month will have a new theme and story. July’s Topic…
Art in the Garden for Kids
Art in the Garden for Kids: Fruit and Vegetable Collage Portraits Kids 5-8 years old will have fun creating art using natural materials, paint, and drawing…
Caregiver and Toddler Time with Cobb Collaborative
Maximize Love and Manage Stress Please join us for a fun, interactive session focusing on The Basics Playground Palooza program by Cobb Collaborative while…
Community Volunteer Day
Interested in volunteering at Smith-Gilbert Gardens? Join us with friends and family for a Community Volunteer Day! Each volunteer day will begin at 9AM and…
Meditation in the Garden
Explore different meditation styles enriched by the natural environment at Smith-Gilbert Gardens. Create your personal inner experience in a garden…
Garden Learning Series – Tree ID
When hiking, walking a nature trail, or ambling through a garden or park; have you wondered what the names are of all the trees that surround you? Satisfy that…
Garden Learning Series: A Guide to Gardening with Children
Are you interested in gardening with your kids but not sure where to start? Register for Garden Learning Series: A Parent and Teacher’s Guide to Gardening with…
Making Art in the Gardens
We’ll take advantage of the late summer weather to work directly in the Gardens’ Living Laboratory, observing and sketching the fruits and vegetables that will…
Great Southeast Pollinator Census
Calling all citizen scientists! On August 21 – 22 this citizen science project invites people of all ages to spend 15 minutes counting pollinators (like bees,…
Botanical Drawing with Color Pencils
Bring the Gardens to your sketchbook with a colored-pencil workshop led by fine art illustrator Chantelle Chapman. Learn step-by-step techniques to capture the…
Homeschool Day
Bring your students and enjoy a day of fun and fascination in the gardens! Families will experience a variety of activities in a station format that showcase…
Drawing Birds in the Gardens with Color Pencils
Get ready for the fall migration by learning to draw some of our favorite feathered friends. In this workshop, fine art illustrator and master birder Chantelle…
Caregiver and Toddler Time with Cobb Collaborative- Talk, Sing and Point
Led by Cobb Collaborative, families may join in for a fun, interactive session focused on The Basics Principles while connecting with nature. Intended for…
Pollinator Workshop for Jr Citizen Scientists
Be a citizen scientist and make pollinator history! Participate this summer by helping the University of Georgia document our pollinators! Join…
Fall Break Garden Adventures
Looking for fun for the whole family during fall break? Enjoy drop-in programs and crafts throughout the week, Sept 22-25 Drop-in activities are free…
Meditation in the Gardens
Explore different meditation styles enriched by the natural environment at Smith-Gilbert Gardens. Create your personal inner experience in a garden setting,…
Making Art in the Gardens – Capturing Fall Harvest
During the fall, fruits and vegetables are a great source of inspiration for artists. Using the seasonal harvest, grown right here in the garden, artist Sol…
Garden Learning Series: Cactus Dish Workshop
Join us for a hands-on gardening class where you’ll design and create your own beautiful cactus and succulent dish garden. We’ll begin by covering the basics…
Fall Lantern Shadow Box Workshop
Join us for a fun in-person workshop where you’ll create your very own mini shadow box! Perfect for adding a personal touch to your space or gifting to someone…
Worldwide Day of Play!
Smith-Gilbert Gardens joins forces with the Association of Children’s Museums and Nickelodeon for Our World: Worldwide Day of Play 2026. Bring the whole family…