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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Lunar New Year Tasting with Nin Hao
Monday, February 16, 2026 | 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Drop-in
Celebrate Lunar New Year with a tasting provided by local Prospect Heights restaurant Nin Hao. Learn More about Lunar New Year Tasting with Nin Hao
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
February Break Discovery Days
February 16, 18 & 20, 2026 | 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Drop-in
Explore habitats from around the world and have some hands-on science fun during the midwinter school break. Learn More about February Break Discovery Days
Monday, February 16, 2026
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
February Break Discovery Days
February 16, 18 & 20, 2026 | 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Drop-in
Explore habitats from around the world and have some hands-on science fun during the midwinter school break. Learn More about February Break Discovery Days
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Winter Family Story Time
Wednesday, February 18, 2026 | 11 a.m.–12 p.m. | Drop-in
Read garden-inspired stories alongside BBG volunteers. Drop in anytime during program hours to join in. Learn More about Winter Family Story Time
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
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Art Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Watercolor Technique for Expressive Orchids
Thursday, February 19, 2026 | 10 a.m.–1:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Learn key watercolor techniques as you paint vibrant orchids. Learn More about Watercolor Technique for Expressive Orchids
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Tours Don't Miss
Conservatory Highlights Tour
Thursday–Saturday, 1–2 p.m.
February 5–28, 2026 (except February 13 & 14) | Drop-inDiscover plants from faraway places and different climates around the world on this tour of the Steinhardt Conservatory. Learn More about Conservatory Highlights Tour
Thursday, February 19, 2026
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
February Break Discovery Days
February 16, 18 & 20, 2026 | 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Drop-in
Explore habitats from around the world and have some hands-on science fun during the midwinter school break. Learn More about February Break Discovery Days
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Tours Don't Miss
Conservatory Highlights Tour
Thursday–Saturday, 1–2 p.m.
February 5–28, 2026 (except February 13 & 14) | Drop-inDiscover plants from faraway places and different climates around the world on this tour of the Steinhardt Conservatory. Learn More about Conservatory Highlights Tour
Friday, February 20, 2026
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Continuing Education Classes | Arborist Classes Don't Miss
Tree Anatomy and Physiology
Saturday, February 21, 2026 | 9 a.m.–3:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Learn the different parts of a tree, how they function, and practical implications for tree care professionals. Learn More about Tree Anatomy and Physiology
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Tours Don't Miss
Conservatory Highlights Tour
Thursday–Saturday, 1–2 p.m.
February 5–28, 2026 (except February 13 & 14) | Drop-inDiscover plants from faraway places and different climates around the world on this tour of the Steinhardt Conservatory. Learn More about Conservatory Highlights Tour
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Tours | Access Programs Don't Miss
ASL Artist Talk and Art-Making Workshop
Saturday, February 21 | 1:30–4 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Enjoy an ASL-led artist talk and art-making workshop for the d/Deaf community. Learn More about ASL Artist Talk and Art-Making Workshop
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Floral Design Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
The Mechanics of Floral Design
Saturday, February 21, 2026 | 2–3:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Experiment with various support materials and learn the mechanics behind floral design so you can advance your practice. Learn More about The Mechanics of Floral Design
Saturday, February 21, 2026
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Tours Don't Miss
Conservatory Highlights Tour
Thursday–Saturday, 1–2 p.m.
February 5–28, 2026 (except February 13 & 14) | Drop-inDiscover plants from faraway places and different climates around the world on this tour of the Steinhardt Conservatory. Learn More about Conservatory Highlights Tour
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Special Events | Evenings Don't Miss
Little Caribbean Winter Garden Fête
Thursday, February 26, 2026 (Inclement weather date: February 27) | 6–8:30 p.m.
Pull up for an evening of good vibes, cocktails, and self-guided tours as we celebrate the anniversary of the Trees of Little Caribbean exhibit. Learn More about Little Caribbean Winter Garden Fête
Thursday, February 26, 2026
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Tours Don't Miss
Chase Away the Winter Blues Tour
Saturday, February 28, 2026 | 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
Learn simple lifestyle practices that can help you maintain a sunny outlook through cold days, while encountering the plants and animals that enliven the landscape even in the depths of winter. Learn More about Chase Away the Winter Blues Tour
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Art Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Introduction to Watercolor
Saturday, February 28, 2026 | 11 a.m.–1 p.m. | Waitlist Only
Explore the varied techniques of painting with the unique, beautiful medium of watercolor. Learn More about Introduction to Watercolor
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Tours Don't Miss
Conservatory Highlights Tour
Thursday–Saturday, 1–2 p.m.
February 5–28, 2026 (except February 13 & 14) | Drop-inDiscover plants from faraway places and different climates around the world on this tour of the Steinhardt Conservatory. Learn More about Conservatory Highlights Tour
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Floral Design Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Winter Arrangements with Dried Flowers
Saturday, February 28, 2026 | 2–3:30 p.m. | Waitlist Only
Make beautiful arrangements that will last the whole season. Learn More about Winter Arrangements with Dried Flowers
