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Wed, Oct 14, 2026 • 1:00 PM · Saint Paul, MN

Meet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely…

Botany Spotlight: Meet the Meat Eaters—Carnivorous Plants

Wed, Oct 14, 2026 • 1:00 PM—3:30 PM · Durham, NC

Enter the remarkable world of carnivorous plants with Alec Motten, professor emeritus, Duke University Department of Biology. Start in the classroom with an…

History Revealed – Oakland Cemetery – North

Wed, Oct 14, 2026 • 1:00 PM—3:00 PM · St Paul, MN

History Revealed – Oakland Cemetery Walking Tours – North Presented by Ramsey County Historical Society Oakland Cemetery, 927 Jackson Street, St. Paul, MN…

Tales on the Trails – Acorns and Oaks

Wed, Oct 14, 2026 • 1:00 PM—1:30 PM · Montclair, NJ

Tales on the Trails Wednesdays, 1:00 PM -1:45 PM October 14 – Acorns and Oaks November 18 – Woodland Friends December 16 – Cardinals in the Winter Age:…

SOLD OUT: Afternoon Tea and Tour

Wed, Oct 14, 2026 • 1:00 PM—3:00 PM · Old Westbury, NY

@ Member Exclusive Presale: Tickets will be available exclusively to Old Westbury Gardens Members from 10am on August 11 and ending on August 25 at 10am. Any…

Wee Wonders: Owls

Wed, Oct 14, 2026 • 1:00 PM · South Holland, IL

Learn about nature through sensory experiences, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/ adult.

Everyone in Nature

Wed, Oct 14, 2026 • 1:00 PM · River Forest, IL

Join us for an inclusive sensory-based experience where individuals of all abilities and homeschool learners can explore and connect with nature through…

Arboretum Highlights Tour

Wed, Oct 14, 2026 • 1:00 PM—2:30 PM · Boston, MA

Explore part of the Arboretum’s 281 acre landscape, hear stories of the Arboretum’s history, get an introduction to some of the many woody plant collections,…

Art in the Garden: Mexican Talavera Pavers

Wed, Oct 14, 2026 • 1:00 PM—2:30 PM · Washington, NC

Art in the Garden: Mexican Talavera Pavers Turn colorful pieces of Mexican Talavera tile into a handmade accent for your garden or yard. In this free,…

Beginners Guide To the Universe

Wed, Oct 14, 2026 • 1:00 PM—1:30 PM · Pittsburgh, PA

Smile Gallery: The OFFICIAL TOUR

Wed, Oct 14, 2026 • 1:00 PM—2:00 PM · Worcester, MA

Take a look at our new Smile Gallery with a guided tour with Director of Exhibits, Vanessa Bumpus. Learn more about Harvey Ball, Smile's role in pop culture…

Farm Chores

Wed, Oct 14, 2026 • 1:00 PM—3:00 PM · Parma, OH

We run a native nursery to help support our restoration projects. Once mature, these plants will either get planted at one of our sites to increase…

Drop-In Tour: Highlights

Wed, Oct 14, 2026 • 1:15 PM—2:15 PM · Jacksonville, FL

Embark on a journey through time as you explore works of art that span from ancient cultures through today. Led by a volunteer Docent, tours leave from the…

Gorilla Program

Wed, Oct 14, 2026 • 1:30 PM · St Paul, MN

Join us in Gorilla Forest and learn more about Como’s gorillas and how you can make an impact on gorillas in the wild!

Shark & Ray Presentation

Wed, Oct 14, 2026 • 1:30 PM—2:00 PM · Chula Vista, CA

Visit the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the diverse range of species that inhabit it, including leopard sharks, bat rays, diamond rays, shovelnose…

Wonderful Wednesday: HawkQuest

Wed, Oct 14, 2026 • 2:00 PM—2:45 PM · Denver, CO

Join us for free mini-concerts designed for preschool through 3rd grade, every second Wednesday of the month! This program, which is tailored to the age and…

Jane Austen Tour – October

Wed, Oct 14, 2026 • 2:00 PM—3:00 PM · Annapolis, MD

Participants enjoy a 60-minute guided tour of the house that compares the customs and social graces of the Loockerman family, who lived in the Hammond-Harwood…

Panther Prowl

Wed, Oct 14, 2026 • 2:00 PM—2:30 PM · Fort Lauderdale, FL

Florida panthers are endangered and critical to Florida’s ecosystem. This augmented reality experience allows you to connect the Florida panther and…

Farm Walking Tour

Wed, Oct 14, 2026 • 2:00 PM—2:30 PM · Nantucket, MA

Book your tickets for a journey around Bartlett’s Farm and see two hundred years of agricultural history here on Nantucket. From Seed to Salad: A…

ELEMENTS OF NATURE DRAWING

Wed, Oct 14, 2026 • 2:00 PM—4:00 PM · New York, NY

Embolden your artwork amidst the flower-filled and seasonally evolving palette of BPC’s verdant gardens. An artist/ educator will provide ideas and instruction.

Public Tours of the Museum Every Wednesday

Wed, Oct 14, 2026 • 2:00 PM—3:00 PM · New Orleans, LA

NOMA provides guided tours of the museum every Wednesday at 2 PM. During these tours, you’ll learn about a range of works on view across all three floors of…

2:00 PM-Standard Tour

Wed, Oct 14, 2026 • 2:00 PM—3:30 PM · Wichita, KS

Standard Tour For those Wright enthusiasts who want to learn about the details, design and history behind the Allen House, this tour is for you! 90-minute…

Fall Color Walks

Wed, Oct 14, 2026 • 2:00 PM · Barrington, IL

Join us for an afternoon stroll.

Pen & Ink Botanical Sketching

Wed, Oct 14, 2026 • 2:00 PM—3:30 PM · Stowe, VT

@ Register Here $36 Non-Member / $29 Member The desert is full of inspiration. Draw on the unique beauty around us and use basic techniques in pen to create…

Water Garden Wonders

Wed, Oct 14, 2026 • 2:00 PM · St Paul, MN

Discover one of nature’s most extraordinary plants during this daily Water Garden Talk at Como Park Zoo & Conservatory. Meet the stunning Victoria Water…

Tai Chi

Wed, Oct 14, 2026 • 2:00 PM—3:00 PM · Eastsound, WA

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Nature Walk, Avon

Wed, Oct 14, 2026 • 2:00 PM—3:00 PM · Avon, CO

A free nature walk is a perfect introduction to Colorado’s natural world. Join a Naturalist for a free, gentle educational hike through aspen and riparian…

SCF Bradenton Tour

Wed, Oct 14, 2026 • 2:00 PM—3:00 PM · Bradenton, FL

Register in advance: https://statecollegeofflorida.my.salesforce-sites.com/events#/calendar SCF Bradenton Tour Monday, Sept. 21, 2026 10 to 11 a.m. Stephen J.…

Early Close (Gates close at 2 p.m. Exit by 3 p.m.)

Wed, Oct 14, 2026 • 2:00 PM—5:00 PM · Louisville, KY

Early Closure The Zoo will close early today to prepare for the fund-raiser Skelebration, presented by the Friends of the Louisville Zoo. Please be aware that…

Outreach Event: Cesar Chavez Library

Wed, Oct 14, 2026 • 2:00 PM—4:00 PM · Salinas, CA

Join us at the Cesar Chavez Library to explore spooky specimens, take observations, and nature journal about them. We will also have information about upcoming…

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