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Protecting Puerto Rico: the Island of Enchantment
Atlanta
This exhibit showcases the incredible photography of Omar Monsegur-Rivera. Each photograph features a rare endemic plant species from his fieldwork in Puerto Rico.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Drawing the Fall Harvest
Atlanta
In this class, students create still-life drawings in colored pencil.
Learn MoreHoliday Model Trains
Atlanta
Daily, Nov. 16 – Jan. 12: Join kids and the kids-at-heart for this holiday favorite display.
Learn MoreGarden Lights, Holiday Nights
Atlanta
Saturday, Nov. 16 – Sunday, Jan. 12: Get timed tickets for the annual holiday extravaganza featuring millions of brilliantly colored LED lights and displays.
Learn MoreHoliday Ride-on Train
Atlanta
Saturdays – Sundays, Nov. 16 – Jan. 5; 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. All aboard the Botanical Express for a trip around the Great Lawn.
Learn MoreFrog Feeding
Atlanta
Saturdays at 10 a.m.: Drop by the Fuqua Conservatory Lobby to meet an amphibian specialist and see the frogs jump into action.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Fabulous Fall Treats Day Camp
Atlanta
Celebrate this beautiful and delicious season by making an autumn-themed snack each day and marveling at the amazing changes taking place as animals and plants prepare for the winter.
Learn MoreHoliday Ride-on Train
Atlanta
Saturdays – Sundays, Nov. 16 – Jan. 5; 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. All aboard the Botanical Express for a trip around the Great Lawn.
Learn MoreFrog Feeding
Atlanta
Saturdays at 10 a.m.: Drop by the Fuqua Conservatory Lobby to meet an amphibian specialist and see the frogs jump into action.
Learn MorePictures with Santa
Snap your own picture with Santa on the terrace before our beautiful holiday tree. This event is free with admission.
Learn MoreBotanical Santa
Atlanta
Saturdays, Nov. 30 – Dec. 21, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.: Bring your camera and tell all of your holiday wishes to the big guy clad in green.
Learn MorePictures with Santa
Snap your own picture with Santa on the terrace before our beautiful holiday tree. This event is free with admission.
Learn MoreYoung Sprouts
Atlanta
Join us for fun activities that will stimulate your child's interest in the natural world, including arts and crafts, storybook times and Garden exploration.
Learn MoreHoliday Ride-on Train
Atlanta
Saturdays – Sundays, Nov. 16 – Jan. 5; 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. All aboard the Botanical Express for a trip around the Great Lawn.
Learn MoreFrog Feeding
Atlanta
Saturdays at 10 a.m.: Drop by the Fuqua Conservatory Lobby to meet an amphibian specialist and see the frogs jump into action.
Learn MoreBotanical Santa
Atlanta
Saturdays, Nov. 30 – Dec. 21, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.: Bring your camera and tell all of your holiday wishes to the big guy clad in green.
Learn MoreCarols in the Garden
Atlanta
Saturdays, Dec. 7 - 21; 10:45 and 11:45 a.m. Enjoy festive holiday music sung by Atlanta's premiere carolers, the Tinseltones!
Learn MoreYoung Sprouts
Atlanta
Join us for fun activities that will stimulate your child's interest in the natural world, including arts and crafts, storybook times and Garden exploration.
Learn MoreHoliday Ride-on Train
Atlanta
Saturdays – Sundays, Nov. 16 – Jan. 5; 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. All aboard the Botanical Express for a trip around the Great Lawn.
Learn MoreFrog Feeding
Atlanta
Saturdays at 10 a.m.: Drop by the Fuqua Conservatory Lobby to meet an amphibian specialist and see the frogs jump into action.
Learn MoreBotanical Santa
Atlanta
Saturdays, Nov. 30 – Dec. 21, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.: Bring your camera and tell all of your holiday wishes to the big guy clad in green.
Learn MoreCarols in the Garden
Atlanta
Saturdays, Dec. 7 - 21; 10:45 and 11:45 a.m. Enjoy festive holiday music sung by Atlanta's premiere carolers, the Tinseltones!
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Hops and Holly: Wreath Making Workshop
Gainesville
Join our horticulturist as they walk you through the creation of your own evergreen wreath using unique and easy techniques.
Learn MoreNorth Georgia Chamber Symphony Holiday Concert
Gainesville
Come have fun with us as we kick off the 2024 Holiday Season!
Learn MoreHoliday Ride-on Train
Atlanta
Saturdays – Sundays, Nov. 16 – Jan. 5; 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. All aboard the Botanical Express for a trip around the Great Lawn.
Learn MoreFrog Feeding
Atlanta
Saturdays at 10 a.m.: Drop by the Fuqua Conservatory Lobby to meet an amphibian specialist and see the frogs jump into action.
Learn MoreBotanical Santa
Atlanta
Saturdays, Nov. 30 – Dec. 21, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.: Bring your camera and tell all of your holiday wishes to the big guy clad in green.
Learn MoreCarols in the Garden
Atlanta
Saturdays, Dec. 7 - 21; 10:45 and 11:45 a.m. Enjoy festive holiday music sung by Atlanta's premiere carolers, the Tinseltones!
Learn MoreWinter Wonderland Day Camps
Atlanta
Cozy up and discover the wonders of winter at the Atlanta Botanical Garden!
Learn MoreHoliday Ride-on Train
Atlanta
Saturdays – Sundays, Nov. 16 – Jan. 5; 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. All aboard the Botanical Express for a trip around the Great Lawn.
Learn MoreFrog Feeding
Atlanta
Saturdays at 10 a.m.: Drop by the Fuqua Conservatory Lobby to meet an amphibian specialist and see the frogs jump into action.
Learn MoreWinter Wonderland Day Camps
Atlanta
Cozy up and discover the wonders of winter at the Atlanta Botanical Garden!
Learn MoreWinter Wonderland Day Camps
Atlanta
Cozy up and discover the wonders of winter at the Atlanta Botanical Garden!
Learn MoreWinter Wonderland Day Camps
Atlanta
Cozy up and discover the wonders of winter at the Atlanta Botanical Garden!
Learn MoreWinter Wonderland Day Camps
Atlanta
Cozy up and discover the wonders of winter at the Atlanta Botanical Garden!
Learn MoreHoliday Ride-on Train
Atlanta
Saturdays – Sundays, Nov. 16 – Jan. 5; 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. All aboard the Botanical Express for a trip around the Great Lawn.
Learn MoreWinter Wonderland Day Camps
Atlanta
Cozy up and discover the wonders of winter at the Atlanta Botanical Garden!
Learn MoreHomeschool Workshop: Microgreens
Gainesville
Learning how to sow, grow, and harvest microgreens at home can feel daunting. These small but nutritious food sources can be sowed and harvested in as little as 10 days!
Learn More2025 Spring Gardening Symposium & Plant Sale
Atlanta
Ready to get into a springtime frame of mind? Join the Garden for a full day of new ideas from seasoned experts at the Spring Gardening Symposium!
Learn MoreDocent Tour Guide Training
Atlanta
Learn to lead children’s groups on guided tours in the Garden.
Learn MoreHomeschool Workshop: Carnivorous Plants
Gainesville
In this workshop, you have the chance to be up close and hands-on with many carnivorous plants found right here in the southeastern U.S., along with their other bog cohorts, including sundews, bladderworts and Venus flytraps.
Learn MorePlant Trivia and Hobbit Door Wreath Workshop
Gainesville
In this workshop, trivia combo, you will create a Hobbit Door Wreath that will lead to middle earth. While you create your wreath, enjoy trivia questions about all things plant-related, from plant identification to fun facts & pop culture.
Learn MoreHomeschool Workshop: Ecosystems
Gainesville
BEHOLD! An entire ecosystem contained in one infinitesimal container! In this workshop, students will learn the importance of each trophic level within an ecosystem and how each level works together to create a thriving ecosystem.
Learn MorePruning Basics
Gainesville
Proper pruning ensures your plants will be their healthiest from season to season. Learn all manners of pruning basics: tools, timing, and technique.
Learn MoreHomeschool Workshop: Seed Dispersal Exploration
Gainesville
This workshop will focus on different adaptations plants use to spread their seeds far and wide. Students will engage in an inquiry based lesson designing and testing their own dispersal mechanism and create a suet feeder for their backyard birds.
Learn MoreEdible Container Gardening
Gainesville
This class covers the basics of preparation, plant choices, and techniques for using containers to make the most of your space. Learn to maximize your yard, patio, and containers to grow your own healthy and delicious food.
Learn MoreHomeschool Day
Atlanta
Supplement your life science, botanical and environmental studies curriculum with a visit to the Atlanta Botanical Garden.
Learn MoreEco Printing on Silk Scarves
Gainesville
Learn how to create beautiful plant designs on silk. Eco printing is imprinting images of leaves, plants, and flowers directly on protein fibers using a water bath process. All skill levels welcome!
Learn MoreAlston Lecture: Around the World in 20 Plants
Atlanta
Learn about obscure edible plants and mushrooms with a side of myth busting and culinary history, presented by Alan Bergo.
Learn MoreThe Art of Plant Pressing
Gainesville
Explore a time-tested herbal craft for all ages by learning how to expertly press and beautifully preserve the plants growing outside your door. In this class, you will learn how to press plant specimens to create your very own herbarium.
Learn MoreCyanotype Printing
Gainesville
In this workshop participants will learn techniques of wet and dry cyanotype printing and take home prints made on a canvas tote bag and watercolor paper with botanicals provided to them.
Learn MoreSip and Stroll Garden Tour
Gainesville
Smell the roses with a glass of rosé. Walk through the garden and learn about our most interesting plants, collections and more. Price includes one glass of wine per participant. Participants must be 21 and over and have valid identification.
Learn MoreHomeschool Day
Atlanta
Supplement your life science, botanical and environmental studies curriculum with a visit to the Atlanta Botanical Garden.
Learn MoreGarden Magic Camp
Gainesville
This day camp fosters a fun creative environment for kids to get excited about the science and magic of nature with STEM-based activities
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