Adult Programming

A trip to the Garden is an opportunity for discovery, whether you’re a longtime Member or a first-time visitor. Take advantage of our Garden Workshops or our free educational programs to get even more out of your Garden visit!

Garden Workshops

Dive into the art of nature journaling, hone your creative skills as a family, or learn how to use your smartphone camera for nature photography. Explore Garden Workshops and get the most out of our Garden experience.

Daily Tours

Daily Tours in October – May are offered three times daily at 10am, 12pm, & 2pm.

Take a 45-minute guided tour with a Garden educator to learn about our collections and the work we do to conserve tropical and subtropical plants around the globe.

Refer to the daily schedule posted in the Garden for up-to-date information.

Included in Garden admission; free for Members

Dig Deeper

Join Garden education staff from 11:30am – 12pm & 1 – 1:30pm daily for Dig Deeper, an interactive drop-in program in which you can learn a new skill, ask questions, and gain insight.

Refer to the Daily Schedule posted in the Garden upon arrival for up-to-date information.

Included in Garden admission; free for Members

Birding in the Garden

Birding in the Garden takes place every Tuesday from 8 – 10am. Meet at the Smith Entry Prow.

Discover the avian species that call the Garden home as you join our birding volunteers on this weekly morning walk in our 90-acre Preserve.

View the Birding in the Garden schedule

Every Garden admission ticket or membership purchase helps to support the Garden’s conservation efforts.


DIY Gardening Activities

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