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Gainesville Summer Camp Registration
We are excited to offer two week-long day camp sessions this summer! The Garden Magic Camp fosters a fun creative environment for kids to get excited about the science and magic of nature with STEM-based activities. Individuals may not sign up for both weeks as space is limited to 15 campers per week. Schedule of […]
Find out more »Trolls: Save the Humans by Thomas Dambo
February 18 - September 17, Trolls: Save the Humans by Thomas Dambo - an exhibition featuring six of the artist's enormous folklore-inspired sculptures built from reclaimed materials - will make its world premiere at the Garden. The exhibition blends art, nature and messages of sustainability in a unique outdoor art installation. This show is Dambo's […]
Find out more »La Calavera Catrina
Explore nine colorful, larger-than-life skeleton sculptures of La Catrina, one of the most recognizable figures of Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), by Los Angeles artist Ricardo Soltero. An elegant female skeleton and an icon of Mexican heritage, La Catrina approaches death not through sadness, but as a colorful celebration of life. Schedule: April […]
Find out more »Summer Blooms: Virginia Highland Plein Air Painters
The Virginia Highland Plein Air Painters (founded in 2000) is a rapidly growing group of more than 175 Atlanta metro area artists who paint outdoors. Painting "en plein air" has been practiced by artists for hundreds of years and was made famous by the French Impressionists. Plein air artists pack their portable easels and paints […]
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SOLD OUT: Fresh Plates Series: Mark Alba
Enjoy a fun evening dining, sipping, and learning from Chef Mark Alba of The Hartley Kitchen & Cocktails and Aveline Bar, Lounge & Patio in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen. Executive Chef Mark Alba is obsessed with fine ingredients and the ongoing evolution of cooking techniques. With more than 2 decades of experience in the […]
Find out more »SOLD OUT: Basics of Water Gardening
This aquatic gardening primer offers an introduction to planting in pots and ponds and managing aquatic plant pests and wildlife. Get a behind-the-scenes look at how the Garden cares for its ponds, and discover some of the team's favorite water lilies and lotus, including some recent additions. Schedule: Wednesday, May 31, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Fee: $29 […]
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