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Exhibits Don't Miss
Turbulence 2025
July 2–October 26, 2025
Designed by architect Suchi Reddy, Turbulence 2025 is a series of reflective panels with parts that move with the wind, accompanied by a sonic installation. Learn More about Turbulence 2025
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Exhibits Don't Miss
The Mountain, the Tree, and the Man
June 14–October 19, 2025
A manga display created by Misako Rocks! follows the life of a bonsai and tells the story of BBG’s first bonsai gardener, Frank Okamura. Plus, learn from Okamura in a 1971 training video. Learn More about The Mountain, the Tree, and the Man
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Exhibits Don't Miss
Outdoor Bonsai Display
June 14–October 19, 2025
A rotating selection of bonsai are showcased outdoors on Magnolia Plaza as part of Brooklyn Botanic Garden’s bonsai anniversary celebration. Learn More about Outdoor Bonsai Display
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Exhibits Don't Miss
Bonsai Collection Centennial
June 14–October 19, 2025
This year, Brooklyn Botanic Garden celebrates 100 years of its incredible Bonsai Collection. Learn More about Bonsai Collection Centennial
Ongoing
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Summer First Discoveries
Wednesdays & Fridays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | July 9–August 15, 2025 | Drop-in
Pot up a plant, create a craft, read a story, and use your senses to explore nature at activity stations designed for early learners up to 4 years old. Learn More about Summer First Discoveries
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Children’s Garden Classes | Children's Garden Classes Don't Miss
Garden Adventures
Wednesday–Friday for two weeks starting July 9, July 23, or August 6, 2025 | 9 a.m.–1 p.m. | Preregistration Required
This 6-session program incorporates planting, harvesting, science experiments, and nature art projects.
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Member Events | Evenings Don't Miss
Members’ Summer Evenings
Wednesdays, May 28–September 3, 2025 | 6–8:30 p.m.
Savor the Garden during the twilight hours—just for members! Learn More about Members’ Summer Evenings
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Member Events | Evenings | Picnic Night Don't Miss
Members’ Jazz Night
Wednesday, July 9, 2025 | 6–8:30 p.m.
Pack a picnic and enjoy a special live performance by the Eyal Vilner Hot-5 on the Plant Family Collection lawn. Learn More about Members’ Jazz Night
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
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Continuing Education Classes | Horticulture Certificate Don't Miss
Soil Management (blended)
Zoom: 6 Thursdays: July 10–August 14 | 6–8:30 p.m.
At BBG: 1 Saturday, July 19 | 10 a.m.–1 p.m. | Preregistration RequiredHealthy soil is the foundation for a healthy garden ecosystem and abundant crops. Learn More about Soil Management (blended)
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays, July 3–August 24 | 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
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Evenings | Performances Don't Miss
Jazz in July 2025
Thursdays in July 2025 | 6–8 p.m.
Celebrate summer at Brooklyn Botanic Garden with jazz performances, tours, and more. Learn More about Jazz in July 2025
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Workshops | Evenings Don't Miss
Herbal Honey Workshop with Arvolyn Hill
Thursday, July 10, 2025 | 6–7 p.m.
Make your own herbal honey and take home a sweet, healing treat—while supplies last! Learn More about Herbal Honey Workshop with Arvolyn Hill
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Evenings | Performances Don't Miss
Eyal Vilner Quartet
Thursday, July 10, 2025 | 7–8 p.m.
Join us for a soulful night of jazz led by saxophonist Eyal Vilner and his dynamic ensemble. Learn More about Eyal Vilner Quartet
Thursday, July 10, 2025
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Continuing Education Classes | Nature Classes Don't Miss
Birding in Brooklyn
6 Saturdays: July 12–August 16, 2025 | 8–11 a.m. | Preregistration Required
Learn how to find and identify birds at the height of spring. Learn More about Birding in Brooklyn
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Summer Family Discovery Weekends
Saturdays & Sundays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | July 12–August 10, 2025 | Drop-in
Hands-on stations throughout the garden’s meadow, woodland, and marsh habitats and in the vegetable garden encourage families to explore nature together. Learn More about Summer Family Discovery Weekends
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays, July 3–August 24 | 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
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Continuing Education Classes | Nature Classes Don't Miss
Mushrooms of New York: ID and Ecology
3 Saturdays: July 12, 19, 26, 2025 | 1:30–3:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
This class is an introduction to the natural history and identification of fungi, particularly those commonly found in New York City. Learn More about Mushrooms of New York: ID and Ecology
Saturday, July 12, 2025
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Summer Family Discovery Weekends
Saturdays & Sundays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | July 12–August 10, 2025 | Drop-in
Hands-on stations throughout the garden’s meadow, woodland, and marsh habitats and in the vegetable garden encourage families to explore nature together. Learn More about Summer Family Discovery Weekends
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays, July 3–August 24 | 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
Sunday, July 13, 2025
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Summer First Discoveries
Wednesdays & Fridays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | July 9–August 15, 2025 | Drop-in
Pot up a plant, create a craft, read a story, and use your senses to explore nature at activity stations designed for early learners up to 4 years old. Learn More about Summer First Discoveries
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Continuing Education Classes | Floral Design Classes Don't Miss
The Wildflowers of Summer
Wednesday, July 16, 2025 | 5:30–8:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Wildflowers embody summertime! Get step-by-step instruction to create a stunning flower arrangement fit for the season. Learn More about The Wildflowers of Summer
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Member Events | Evenings Don't Miss
Members’ Summer Evenings
Wednesdays, May 28–September 3, 2025 | 6–8:30 p.m.
Savor the Garden during the twilight hours—just for members! Learn More about Members’ Summer Evenings
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Summer Discovery Days
Thursdays, July 17–August 14, 2025 | 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Drop-in
Experiment, learn, and play together in the Discovery Garden! Families, school groups, and camp groups welcome. Learn More about Summer Discovery Days
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays, July 3–August 24 | 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
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Workshops | Evenings Don't Miss
Music and Plant Medicine with Artist in Residence Julia Rocha-Nava
Thursday, July 17, 2025 | 6–7 p.m.
Experience a bilingual, all-ages workshop with BBG artist in residence Julia Rocha-Nava, exploring plants and their healing gifts through song, rhythm, and play. Learn More about Music and Plant Medicine with Artist in Residence Julia Rocha-Nava
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Evenings | Performances Don't Miss
Mizik Ayiti! featuring Rasin Okan
Thursday, July 17, 2025 | 7–8 p.m.
Savor the soul-stirring sounds of Mizik Ayiti! with Rasin Okan—an evening of Haitian folk music that honors memory, spirit, and Vodou roots. Learn More about Mizik Ayiti! featuring Rasin Okan
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Evenings | Performances Don't Miss
Jazz in July 2025
Thursdays in July 2025 | 6–8 p.m.
Celebrate summer at Brooklyn Botanic Garden with jazz performances, tours, and more. Learn More about Jazz in July 2025
Thursday, July 17, 2025
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Tours Don't Miss
Bonsai Mini Drop-In Tours
Saturdays & Sundays, June 14–29; Saturday, July 19; August 9; September 20; October 18 | 11 a.m.–1 p.m. | Drop-in
Learn about the art, history, and care of bonsai from trained Garden Guides, and get a close look at a tiny tree from BBG’s Education collection. Learn More about Bonsai Mini Drop-In Tours
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Continuing Education Classes | Gardening Classes Don't Miss
Stoop, Balcony, and Patio Garden Designs
Saturday, July 19, 2025 | 10 a.m.–1 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Transform your stoop, balcony, or patio into a one-of-a-kind personal garden. Learn More about Stoop, Balcony, and Patio Garden Designs
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Summer Family Discovery Weekends
Saturdays & Sundays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | July 12–August 10, 2025 | Drop-in
Hands-on stations throughout the garden’s meadow, woodland, and marsh habitats and in the vegetable garden encourage families to explore nature together. Learn More about Summer Family Discovery Weekends
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays, July 3–August 24 | 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
Saturday, July 19, 2025
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Summer Family Discovery Weekends
Saturdays & Sundays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | July 12–August 10, 2025 | Drop-in
Hands-on stations throughout the garden’s meadow, woodland, and marsh habitats and in the vegetable garden encourage families to explore nature together. Learn More about Summer Family Discovery Weekends
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays, July 3–August 24 | 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
Sunday, July 20, 2025
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Summer First Discoveries
Wednesdays & Fridays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | July 9–August 15, 2025 | Drop-in
Pot up a plant, create a craft, read a story, and use your senses to explore nature at activity stations designed for early learners up to 4 years old. Learn More about Summer First Discoveries
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Children’s Garden Classes | Children's Garden Classes Don't Miss
Garden Adventures
Wednesday–Friday for two weeks starting July 9, July 23, or August 6, 2025 | 9 a.m.–1 p.m. | Preregistration Required
This 6-session program incorporates planting, harvesting, science experiments, and nature art projects.
Learn More about Garden Adventures -
Member Events | Evenings Don't Miss
Members’ Summer Evenings
Wednesdays, May 28–September 3, 2025 | 6–8:30 p.m.
Savor the Garden during the twilight hours—just for members! Learn More about Members’ Summer Evenings
Wednesday, July 23, 2025
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Summer Discovery Days
Thursdays, July 17–August 14, 2025 | 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Drop-in
Experiment, learn, and play together in the Discovery Garden! Families, school groups, and camp groups welcome. Learn More about Summer Discovery Days
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays, July 3–August 24 | 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
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Evenings Don't Miss
Disability Pride Month Art-Making Program
Thursday, July 24, 2025 | 6–7 p.m.
Join “Disability Pride, Disability Joy, Exist,” an art-making program that celebrates disability as an integral part of human diversity. Learn More about Disability Pride Month Art-Making Program
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Evenings | Performances Don't Miss
Jazz in July 2025
Thursdays in July 2025 | 6–8 p.m.
Celebrate summer at Brooklyn Botanic Garden with jazz performances, tours, and more. Learn More about Jazz in July 2025
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Evenings | Performances Don't Miss
Nascence
Thursday, July 24, 2025 | 7–8 p.m.
Celebrate the Caribbean roots of American improvised music with drummer Patrick Gabriel-Boyle, who blends city life and cultural memory into a vibrant, spontaneous sound. Learn More about Nascence
