Outdoors & Nature events

Sun, Apr 11, 2027 • 10:00 AM—1:00 PM · Naples, FL

@ Enjoy a staff-led, themed daily tour included with Garden admission. Reserve your spot with a member of the Education team at the information station located…

Walking & Adventure Cave Tours

Sun, Apr 11, 2027 • 10:00 AM—5:30 PM · McMinnville, TN

Journey 333 feet below in McMinnville, TN! Let’s go back to simpler days; the days when schoolless, barefoot, popsicle-dripping summers opened up your busy…

River Float Rentals

Sun, Apr 11, 2027 • 10:00 AM—5:00 PM · McMinnville, TN

Smooth Rapids offers different float lengths to suit your needs. They recommend the shortest float for those with young children as it starts at the city park…

Tropic Falls – April Sundays

Sun, Apr 11, 2027 • 10:00 AM—6:00 PM · Foley, AL

Public Tours in the Besthoff Sculpture Garden Every Sunday

Sun, Apr 11, 2027 • 10:30 AM · New Orleans, LA

NOMA provides guided tours of the Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden every Sunday. During these tours, you’ll learn about a selection of the 100…

Polar Bear Program

Sun, Apr 11, 2027 • 10:30 AM · Saint Paul, MN

Join us in Polar Bear Odyssey to learn more about Como’s 4 polar bears, and perhaps observe special enrichment or training!

Urban Oasis Presentation

Sun, Apr 11, 2027 • 10:30 AM—11:00 AM · Chula Vista, CA

Urban Oasis will allow families and visitors of all ages to connect with local animals (including a non-releasable raccoon), learn about their role and…

The Whaling Museum presents Crafting with Pride

Sun, Apr 11, 2027 • 11:00 AM—4:00 PM · Huntington, NY

All June | Kids Gallery Hours 11AM – 4PM | Included with Admission Head to our self-serve station to build a vibrant sea creature and celebrate the many unique…

Camel Chat

Sun, Apr 11, 2027 • 11:00 AM—11:15 AM · Gulf Shores, AL

All keeper chats are included with regular paid admission. Camel Chat: Sundays at 11:00 am – 11:15 am. Embark on a journey through the desert with the “Camel…

Dig Deeper

Sun, Apr 11, 2027 • 11:00 AM—1:30 PM · Naples, FL

@ Join Garden staff for a chat about a different topic every day. Learn about what we do and how we do it, and start seeing the Garden from a new perspective.…

Mini Masterpieces

Sun, Apr 11, 2027 • 11:30 AM—12:00 PM · Lakeland, FL

Broad art prompts leave room for creativity to bloom! Make something uniquely yours. Join us in Design Park on the first floor. Program designed for children…

Plant Sunday

Sun, Apr 11, 2027 • 12:00 PM—4:00 PM · Denver, CO

Trade, buy and learn about plants with Abe

Story Time!

Sun, Apr 11, 2027 • 12:00 PM · St Paul, MN

Join us for a unique and nature-themed story!

Wildlife Surprise

Sun, Apr 11, 2027 • 12:30 PM—1:00 PM · Chula Vista, CA

Visit the Living Coast Discovery Center to learn about the diverse range of species that inhabit it, including moon jellies, chuckwallas, snakes, owls, and…

MAG Highlights Tour

Sun, Apr 11, 2027 • 12:30 PM—1:30 PM · Rochester, NY

Drop in for a guided tour—no reservations needed! Led by an experienced volunteer docent, you will see highlights of MAG’s collection, from ancient artifacts…

Daily Otter Feeding

Sun, Apr 11, 2027 • 1:00 PM—1:10 PM · Stamford, CT

Daily Otter Feedings Come say hi to Sadie and Ron, our two river otters! Our otter feedings are daily at 1 pm, and switch to noon upon November’s time change…

Highlights Tour

Sun, Apr 11, 2027 • 1:00 PM—2:00 PM · Orlando, FL

Sundays, 1 pm Enjoy a docent-led tour of the “Highlights of the Collection.” Free with paid gallery admission.

House Tours

Sun, Apr 11, 2027 • 1:00 PM—4:00 PM · Evanston, IL

Step into the home of Former U.S. Vice President, ambassador to Great Britain, and Nobel Peace Prize winner, Charles Gates Dawes. Charles Gates Dawes’…

Tour of the Galleries

Sun, Apr 11, 2027 • 1:00 PM—2:00 PM · Worcester, MA

Free with Museum admission Travel around the world through 5,000 years of art and inspiration in just one hour. This tour changes every week, exploring…

Gardener Chat

Sun, Apr 11, 2027 • 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…

Tennessee Farm Table

Sun, Apr 11, 2027 • 1:00 PM—1:30 PM · Bristol, TN

The Tennessee Farm Table is a weekly radio show featuring the people of the state of Tennessee who produce, prepare and preserve foods and agricultural…

Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour

Sun, Apr 11, 2027 • 1:00 PM—2:00 PM · Louisville, KY

Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For…

Monti Farms

Sun, Apr 11, 2027 • 1:00 PM—7:00 PM · Holden, MA

CDJL Storytime: Earth Day and Environmental Justice

Sun, Apr 11, 2027 • 1:00 PM—2:00 PM · Knoxville, TN

Spring is a wonderful time to celebrate the wonders of our planet, commit ourselves to working towards its health and to making sure that everyone benefits…

Gorilla Program

Sun, Apr 11, 2027 • 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!

Panther Prowl

Sun, Apr 11, 2027 • 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…

Second Sunday Docent Tour

Sun, Apr 11, 2027 • 2:00 PM—3:00 PM · Knoxville, TN

Join us for a Docent Guided Tour on the second Sunday of every month at 2:00 pm. KMA visitors can follow a trained docent educator through the galleries to…

Sunday Storytime

Sun, Apr 11, 2027 • 2:00 PM · Decatur, IL

Event details Stop by the Children’s Room at Rock Springs Nature Center for stories, songs, and fun! We will read some nature stories, move our bodies, and…

New World Chat (Bear)

Sun, Apr 11, 2027 • 2:00 PM—2:15 PM · Gulf Shores, AL

All keeper chats are included with regular paid admission. New World Chat (Bear): Tuesdays, Fridays & Sundays at 2:00 pm – 2:15 pm Join us for the New World…

Water Garden Wonders

Sun, Apr 11, 2027 • 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…

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