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Exhibits | Power of Trees Don't Miss
Trees of Little Caribbean
February 20–December 17, 2023
Trees of Little Caribbean is a celebration of the trees (and treelike plants) cherished by Caribbean people that spark stories of rebellion, resilience, spirituality, and joy. Learn More about Trees of Little Caribbean
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Exhibits | Power of Trees Don't Miss
Ohkehteau (Plants of the Earth): A Shinnecock Oral History
Self-Guided Exhibit & Audio Tour (Listen on Your Own Device)
Presented by Chenae Bullock, this exhibit and audio tour highlights native plants and the ways that Indigenous peoples use and know them. Learn More about Ohkehteau (Plants of the Earth): A Shinnecock Oral History
Ongoing
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Power of Trees
Saturday, June 17–Sunday, October 22, 2023
In the 2023 exhibit Power of Trees, Garden staff and outside artists and experts look at these remarkable plants from various perspectives to help visitors better understand, appreciate, and advocate for trees. Learn More about Power of Trees
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Exhibits | Power of Trees Don't Miss
Witness Trees
June 17–October 22, 2023
Bear witness to the effects of climate change worldwide and explore the trees rooted in these lands through a photography exhibit by local artist Carolyn Monastra. Learn More about Witness Trees
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Families & Kids | Exhibits | Power of Trees Don't Miss
To Change a Planet Story Walk
Self-Guided Story Walk
Travel through a story of climate change and learn how families can keep the conversation going. Learn More about To Change a Planet Story Walk
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Exhibits | Power of Trees Don't Miss
You Can Make a Difference on Climate
June 17–October 22, 2023
Take action on the sticker walk in the Climate Museum’s pop-up installation presented in partnership with The Nature Conservancy. Learn More about You Can Make a Difference on Climate
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Tours Don't Miss
Rose Tour
Friday, June 9 and Saturday, June 10 | 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
Enjoy a stroll among the hundreds of roses in BBG’s Cranford Rose Garden while learning more about these beloved and popular flowers. Learn More about Rose Tour
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April–June, 2023 | 1–2 p.m
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free Garden-wide guided walk. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Family Gardening Hours
Single session in April, June, or September | Preregistration Required
Join educators at activity stations throughout the Children’s Garden during this new, one-time class for kids of all ages and their caregivers Learn More about Family Gardening Hours
Friday, June 9, 2023
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Discovery Garden Early Opening for Children and Families of All Abilities
Saturdays, May 13, June 10, September 16 & October 14, 2023 | 9–11 a.m. | Preregistration Required
Explore the garden at your own pace and participate in multisensory activities at facilitated stations. Learn More about Discovery Garden Early Opening for Children and Families of All Abilities
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Workshops | Power of Trees Don't Miss
Tree Meditation: Sharing Space with Reverence
Saturday, June 10, 2023 | 9 a.m.–10:15 a.m. | Preregistration Required
Experience peace while grounding in the company of trees. We will practice sitting and walking meditation, opening to our sense of wonder, reciprocity, and connection to the trees among us. Learn More about Tree Meditation: Sharing Space with Reverence
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Family Discovery Weekends
Saturdays & Sundays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. April 15–June 17 | No programs May 27 & 28
Learn and play together in the Discovery Garden. This is a drop-in program for families with children of all ages. Learn More about Family Discovery Weekends
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Tours Don't Miss
Rose Tour
Friday, June 9 and Saturday, June 10 | 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
Enjoy a stroll among the hundreds of roses in BBG’s Cranford Rose Garden while learning more about these beloved and popular flowers. Learn More about Rose Tour
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April–June, 2023 | 1–2 p.m
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free Garden-wide guided walk. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
Saturday, June 10, 2023
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Workshops Don't Miss
Native Gardening Intensive
Sunday, June 11, 2023 | 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Immerse yourself in a full day of native gardening instruction in this indoor/outdoor class at BBG. Learn More about Native Gardening Intensive
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Family Discovery Weekends
Saturdays & Sundays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. April 15–June 17 | No programs May 27 & 28
Learn and play together in the Discovery Garden. This is a drop-in program for families with children of all ages. Learn More about Family Discovery Weekends
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Families & Kids | Tours Don't Miss
Nature Walks with Bradley Klein: Reproduction in the Temperate Zone
Sunday, June 11, 2023 | 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
Join naturalist Bradley Klein to observe the birds and the bees. Learn More about Nature Walks with Bradley Klein: Reproduction in the Temperate Zone
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April–June, 2023 | 1–2 p.m
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free Garden-wide guided walk. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
Sunday, June 11, 2023
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Workshops Don't Miss
Seasonal Drop-In Memory Program
Tuesdays, June 13, July 11, August 8, September 12, and October 17 | 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Come to the Children’s Garden to enjoy gardening activities in accessible raised planting beds. This is a drop-in program designed for people with dementia and their caregivers. Learn More about Seasonal Drop-In Memory Program
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April–June, 2023 | 1–2 p.m
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free Garden-wide guided walk. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday, June 13, 2023
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April–June, 2023 | 1–2 p.m
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free Garden-wide guided walk. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
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Workshops | Power of Trees Don't Miss
Native Tree Workshop for the Urban Gardener
Wednesday, June 14, 2023 | 6 p.m.–8 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Discover New York City’s native trees and what they can bring to your backyard garden. Learn More about Native Tree Workshop for the Urban Gardener
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Member Events | Evenings Don't Miss
Members’ Summer Evenings
Wednesdays, May 31–September 6, 2023 | 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’ Rose Night 2023
Wednesday, June 14, 2023 | 6 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
Stroll through the glorious Cranford Rose Garden and chat with the Garden’s new director of Horticulture, Shauna Moore, then purchase a rose-inspired cocktail and enjoy live music on Cherry Esplanade. Learn More about Members’ Rose Night 2023
Wednesday, June 14, 2023
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
School Group Visits: Discovery Carts
Thursdays, April 6–June 15 (except April 13) | 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Use real science tools as you explore plants alongside Discovery Docents at our hands-on activity stations throughout the Discovery Garden. Learn More about School Group Visits: Discovery Carts
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April–June, 2023 | 1–2 p.m
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free Garden-wide guided walk. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
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Workshops | Power of Trees Don't Miss
Tree and Shrub Care for Brooklyn Gardeners
Thursday, June 15, 2023 | 5:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Join BBG's arborists to learn how to grow trees in your own backyard. Learn More about Tree and Shrub Care for Brooklyn Gardeners
Thursday, June 15, 2023
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Special Events | Power of Trees Don't Miss
Power of Trees Celebration
Saturday, June 17, 2023 | 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Celebrate the Garden’s 2023 theme, Power of Trees, and our new Branching Out exhibit, produced in collaboration with the BIPOC artist alliance AnkhLave. Learn More about Power of Trees Celebration
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Family Discovery Weekends
Saturdays & Sundays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. April 15–June 17 | No programs May 27 & 28
Learn and play together in the Discovery Garden. This is a drop-in program for families with children of all ages. Learn More about Family Discovery Weekends
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Poetry in the Garden: Using Your Senses to Make Rhyme, Rhythm, and Metaphor
Saturday, June 17, 2023 | 11 a.m.–12 p.m. (on-site registration starts at 10 a.m.)
Explore the Discovery Garden and use your senses and feelings to write poems guided by writer and tree lover Francesca Hyatt. Learn More about Poetry in the Garden: Using Your Senses to Make Rhyme, Rhythm, and Metaphor
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April–June, 2023 | 1–2 p.m
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free Garden-wide guided walk. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
Saturday, June 17, 2023
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April–June, 2023 | 1–2 p.m
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free Garden-wide guided walk. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
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Member Events | Evenings Don't Miss
Members’ Summer Evenings
Wednesdays, May 31–September 6, 2023 | 6–8:30 p.m.
Savor the Garden during the twilight hours—just for members! Learn More about Members’ Summer Evenings
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
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Workshops | Power of Trees Don't Miss
Get to Know Your Trees: The Oaks
Zoom - Thurs June 22 | 6-8pm; BBG - Sat June 24 | 12-4:30pm | Preregistration Required
Take a deep dive into the singular and storied genus Quercus in this two-part workshop. Learn More about Get to Know Your Trees: The Oaks
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April–June, 2023 | 1–2 p.m
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free Garden-wide guided walk. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
Thursday, June 22, 2023
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April–June, 2023 | 1–2 p.m
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free Garden-wide guided walk. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
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Workshops Don't Miss
BBG Butterfly Walk, Section A
Saturday, June 24, 2023 | 1 p.m.–3 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Leapin’ Lepidoptera! During the summer, wildflowers and other blooms abound at the Garden. Many are attractive to different types of butterflies. Learn More about BBG Butterfly Walk, Section A
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Workshops Don't Miss
Floral Arranging: What to Do With That Vase
Saturday, June 24, 2023 | 2 p.m.–4 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Join us at an outdoor workshop led by Elise Bernhardt of Fleur Elise Bkln who will help you “make a dance in a vase. ” Learn More about Floral Arranging: What to Do With That Vase
Saturday, June 24, 2023
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April–June, 2023 | 1–2 p.m
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free Garden-wide guided walk. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
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Member Events | Evenings | Picnic Night Don't Miss
Members’ Pride Night 2023
Wednesday, June 28, 2023 | 6 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
Celebrate Pride at BBG! Members, guests, and friends are invited for an evening of queer community, cohosted by Queer Soup Night. Learn More about Members’ Pride Night 2023
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Member Events | Evenings Don't Miss
Members’ Summer Evenings
Wednesdays, May 31–September 6, 2023 | 6–8:30 p.m.
Savor the Garden during the twilight hours—just for members! Learn More about Members’ Summer Evenings
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April–June, 2023 | 1–2 p.m
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free Garden-wide guided walk. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour