Our new summer series, Music in the Garden, brings a variety of live musical performances to the Gainesville Garden. Enjoy beautiful acoustics in the Ivester Amphitheater and explore the woodland greenscape during sunset. Plus, don’t miss Wild & Wonderful: Folk Art by Alfred Glover on display with a landscape… Read More
Every heirloom crop has a story. From generations of careful stewardship to exciting tales of discovery, you never know what a tomato has gone through to wind up on your plate. Join our horticulturists for an engaging morning of storytelling to learn the fascinating histories behind the local… Read More
Discover how the Atlanta Botanical Garden is advancing plant conservation and horticulture through its International Plant Exploration Program (IPEP). This lecture and nursery tour will highlight IPEP’s work collecting and preserving plant material from Southeast Asia, evaluating new species for southeastern landscapes and building international partnerships for research… Read More
Bring the beauty of a terrarium into your home without the maintenance. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll create lifelike plants from crepe paper and arrange them in a glass terrarium with moss and decorative touches. Perfect for all skill levels, this class offers a creative, garden… Read More
Discover the art of needle felting in this engaging, hands-on workshop. You’ll explore how loose wool transforms into delightful handmade creations using specialized tools and simple techniques. Designed for all skill levels. Spend time unwinding, expressing your creativity, and connecting with others who share a love of craft and nature. Read More
Curious about watercolor but not sure where to start? Watercolor 101 is the perfect place to begin. This introductory class covers basic techniques, tools and blending methods in a relaxed, welcoming environment for all skill levels. You’ll experiment with light boards and abstract styles, and leave with a… Read More
This event has moved to the Gainesville High School Performing Arts Center due to forecasted inclement weather. Tickets purchased for the Garden performance will be honored at the new location. Gainesville High School’s fine arts program dramatically presents a teen edition of Hadestown by Anaïs Mitchell. This folk opera reimagines… Read More
From May to August, the first Saturday of each month features our new mobile Curiosity Cart from 10 a.m. to noon This mobile learning center offers guests unique insights into the garden, its plants, and the surrounding ecosystem. Rotating topics are designed to ignite curiosity about botanical subjects such as… Read More
Beginning at 10 a.m., the Garden will be giving out a free slice of pie from Southern Baked Pie to the first 20 customers. From 10 a.m. to noon, Southern Baked Pies will be on the terrace with a selection of their pies for purchase. Explore our curiosity cart… Read More
On April 7, we will have chalk out for guests to color Desmond the Dragon in the Children’s Garden! Sign your name, draw a picture, or decorate his wings and enjoy springtime in the Children’s Garden. Read More
