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Exhibits Don't Miss
Natural Attractions
Through October 20, 2024
Celebrate the plant-pollinator love story through the lens of Brooklyn Botanic Garden’s vast and varied plant collections and the native insects to which they are inextricably linked. Learn More about Natural Attractions
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Natural Attractions Don't Miss
Pollinator Lounge
Through October 20, 2024
Rest and relax at the Pollinator Lounge. This unique art installation was designed and built for the Garden’s smallest visitors, insects! Learn More about Pollinator Lounge
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Exhibits | Natural Attractions Don't Miss
Gallery Exhibit: A Plant-Pollinator Love Story
June 6, 2024–March 23, 2025
Explore the age-old romance between plants and insects in this interactive exhibit that focuses on native plants and pollinators. Discover why supporting pollinators is essential to maintaining the health of our planet and the security of our food supply. Learn More about Gallery Exhibit: A Plant-Pollinator Love Story
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Families & Kids | Exhibits | Natural Attractions Don't Miss
Discover Pollinators!
June 22–October 20, 2024
Explore this kid-friendly space and learn about the fascinating relationship between plants and their pollinators. Learn More about Discover Pollinators!
Ongoing
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Fall First Discoveries
Wednesdays & Fridays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | September 11–November 15, 2024 | Drop-in
Pot up a plant, create a craft, read a story, and use your senses to explore nature at special Discovery Garden activity stations designed for toddlers. This summer, find First Discoveries stations in both the Discovery Garden Pavilion and the Woodland ecosystem. Learn More about Fall First Discoveries
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, September 10–October 31, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
Friday, October 11, 2024
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Families & Kids | Children’s Garden Classes | Children's Garden Classes Don't Miss
Family Fall Frolic! [Sold Out]
Saturday, October 12, 2024 | 10:30 a.m.–12 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Celebrate fall in the Children’s Garden! This is a one-time festive event for kids of all ages and their families. Learn More about Family Fall Frolic! [Sold Out]
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Continuing Education Classes | Nature Classes Don't Miss
Beginning Birding
5 Saturdays: September 21–October 26, 2024 | 9–11 a.m. (except October 12) | Waitlist Only
Learn how to find and identify birds at the height of fall migration! Learn More about Beginning Birding
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Member Events Don't Miss
Members’ Fall Mornings
Saturdays & Sundays, September 14–October 27, 2024 | 9–10 a.m.
On weekend mornings from September 14 to October 27, the Garden is open exclusively to members from 9 to 10 a.m. Learn More about Members’ Fall Mornings
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, September 10–October 31, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
Saturday, October 12, 2024
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Member Events Don't Miss
Members’ Fall Mornings
Saturdays & Sundays, September 14–October 27, 2024 | 9–10 a.m.
On weekend mornings from September 14 to October 27, the Garden is open exclusively to members from 9 to 10 a.m. Learn More about Members’ Fall Mornings
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, September 10–October 31, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak 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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Tours | Natural Attractions Don't Miss
Pollinator Lounge Artist Talk and Mini Tours
Sunday, October 13, 2024 | 2 p.m.–3 p.m.
Get an inside look at the Pollinator Lounge with some of the project’s artists. Learn More about Pollinator Lounge Artist Talk and Mini Tours
Sunday, October 13, 2024
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
School Group Visits: Discovery Trail
Tuesdays & Thursdays, October 1–November 14 (except October 3 & November 5), 2024 | 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 Trail
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, September 10–October 31, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday, October 15, 2024
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Fall First Discoveries
Wednesdays & Fridays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | September 11–November 15, 2024 | Drop-in
Pot up a plant, create a craft, read a story, and use your senses to explore nature at special Discovery Garden activity stations designed for toddlers. This summer, find First Discoveries stations in both the Discovery Garden Pavilion and the Woodland ecosystem. Learn More about Fall First Discoveries
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, September 10–October 31, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak 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 | Floral Design Classes Don't Miss
Designing With Autumnal Blooms
Wednesday, October 16, 2024 | 5:30–8:30 p.m. | Waitlist Only
Celebrate autumn with an arrangement reminiscent of cider, bonfires, and dappled sunlight. Learn More about Designing With Autumnal Blooms
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
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Special Events Don't Miss
Fall Plant Sale
Thursday, October 17, 2024, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. (last entry 5:30 p.m.)
Shop a curated and dazzling selection of plants for your home and garden! Learn More about Fall Plant Sale
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
School Group Visits: Discovery Trail
Tuesdays & Thursdays, October 1–November 14 (except October 3 & November 5), 2024 | 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 Trail
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, September 10–October 31, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
Thursday, October 17, 2024
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Fall First Discoveries
Wednesdays & Fridays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | September 11–November 15, 2024 | Drop-in
Pot up a plant, create a craft, read a story, and use your senses to explore nature at special Discovery Garden activity stations designed for toddlers. This summer, find First Discoveries stations in both the Discovery Garden Pavilion and the Woodland ecosystem. Learn More about Fall First Discoveries
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, September 10–October 31, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
Friday, October 18, 2024
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Continuing Education Classes | Nature Classes Don't Miss
Beginning Birding
5 Saturdays: September 21–October 26, 2024 | 9–11 a.m. (except October 12) | Waitlist Only
Learn how to find and identify birds at the height of fall migration! Learn More about Beginning Birding
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Member Events Don't Miss
Members’ Fall Mornings
Saturdays & Sundays, September 14–October 27, 2024 | 9–10 a.m.
On weekend mornings from September 14 to October 27, the Garden is open exclusively to members from 9 to 10 a.m. Learn More about Members’ Fall Mornings
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Continuing Education Classes | Health & Wellness Classes Don't Miss
Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation
3 Saturdays: October 19–November 2, 2024 | 9–10:15 a.m. | Waitlist Only
In this introductory three-session series we will look at qualities of mindfulness including present-time awareness and mindfulness of the breath, body, senses, and thoughts. Learn More about Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Discovery Garden Early Opening for Children and Families of All Abilities
Saturdays, September 21 & October 19, 2024 | 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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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Fall Family Discovery Weekends
Saturdays & Sundays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
September 14–November 3, 2024 | No programs October 12–13 | Drop-inHands-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 Fall Family Discovery Weekends
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, September 10–October 31, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak 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 | Art Classes Don't Miss
Chinese Brush Painting
5 Saturdays: October 19–November 16, 2024 | 1:30–3:30 p.m. | Waitlist Only
Learn to paint in the Chinese style using a bamboo brush, ink, and rice paper. Learn More about Chinese Brush Painting
Saturday, October 19, 2024
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Continuing Education Classes | Gardening Classes Don't Miss
Putting Your Garden to Bed for Winter
Single session on Sunday, October 20 or Tuesday, October 22, 2024;
Rain dates: Sunday, October 27 or Tuesday, October 29 | Preregistration RequiredLearn the basics of getting your garden ready for winter as we near the end of the growing season. Learn More about Putting Your Garden to Bed for Winter
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Member Events Don't Miss
Members’ Fall Mornings
Saturdays & Sundays, September 14–October 27, 2024 | 9–10 a.m.
On weekend mornings from September 14 to October 27, the Garden is open exclusively to members from 9 to 10 a.m. Learn More about Members’ Fall Mornings
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Fall Family Discovery Weekends
Saturdays & Sundays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
September 14–November 3, 2024 | No programs October 12–13 | Drop-inHands-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 Fall Family Discovery Weekends
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Fall Family Story Time
Sundays, September 29, October 6, 20 & 27, 2024 | 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 Fall Family Story Time
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, September 10–October 31, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
Sunday, October 20, 2024
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Continuing Education Classes | Gardening Classes Don't Miss
Putting Your Garden to Bed for Winter
Single session on Sunday, October 20 or Tuesday, October 22, 2024;
Rain dates: Sunday, October 27 or Tuesday, October 29 | Preregistration RequiredLearn the basics of getting your garden ready for winter as we near the end of the growing season. Learn More about Putting Your Garden to Bed for Winter
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
School Group Visits: Discovery Trail
Tuesdays & Thursdays, October 1–November 14 (except October 3 & November 5), 2024 | 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 Trail
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, September 10–October 31, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday, October 22, 2024
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Fall First Discoveries
Wednesdays & Fridays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | September 11–November 15, 2024 | Drop-in
Pot up a plant, create a craft, read a story, and use your senses to explore nature at special Discovery Garden activity stations designed for toddlers. This summer, find First Discoveries stations in both the Discovery Garden Pavilion and the Woodland ecosystem. Learn More about Fall First Discoveries
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, September 10–October 31, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak 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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Tours Don't Miss
ASL-Interpreted Tour and Reception
Wednesday, October 23, 2024 | 4:30 p.m.–6 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Individuals who are Deaf or hard of hearing to an ASL are invited to an interpreted tour and reception. Learn More about ASL-Interpreted Tour and Reception
Wednesday, October 23, 2024
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
School Group Visits: Discovery Trail
Tuesdays & Thursdays, October 1–November 14 (except October 3 & November 5), 2024 | 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 Trail
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, September 10–October 31, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
Thursday, October 24, 2024
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Fall First Discoveries
Wednesdays & Fridays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | September 11–November 15, 2024 | Drop-in
Pot up a plant, create a craft, read a story, and use your senses to explore nature at special Discovery Garden activity stations designed for toddlers. This summer, find First Discoveries stations in both the Discovery Garden Pavilion and the Woodland ecosystem. Learn More about Fall First Discoveries
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, September 10–October 31, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
Friday, October 25, 2024
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Member Events Don't Miss
Members’ Fall Mornings
Saturdays & Sundays, September 14–October 27, 2024 | 9–10 a.m.
On weekend mornings from September 14 to October 27, the Garden is open exclusively to members from 9 to 10 a.m. Learn More about Members’ Fall Mornings
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Continuing Education Classes | Nature Classes Don't Miss
Beginning Birding
5 Saturdays: September 21–October 26, 2024 | 9–11 a.m. (except October 12) | Waitlist Only
Learn how to find and identify birds at the height of fall migration! Learn More about Beginning Birding
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Continuing Education Classes | Health & Wellness Classes Don't Miss
Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation
3 Saturdays: October 19–November 2, 2024 | 9–10:15 a.m. | Waitlist Only
In this introductory three-session series we will look at qualities of mindfulness including present-time awareness and mindfulness of the breath, body, senses, and thoughts. Learn More about Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation
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Continuing Education Classes | Nature Classes Don't Miss
Tree ID 101
Saturday, October 26, 2024 | 10 a.m.–2:30 p.m. | Waitlist Only
If you’re new to tree identification or need a refresher, this class is for you. Learn More about Tree ID 101
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Fall Family Discovery Weekends
Saturdays & Sundays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
September 14–November 3, 2024 | No programs October 12–13 | Drop-inHands-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 Fall Family Discovery Weekends
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Tours | Power of Trees Don't Miss
Fall Trees: Nuts and Berries
Saturday, October 26, 2024 | 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
Admire the nuts and berries, aided by pollinators in the spring, that so many trees show off in autumn. Learn More about Fall Trees: Nuts and Berries
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, September 10–October 31, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak 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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Families & Kids Don't Miss
GAP Information Session
Saturday, October 26, 2024 | 3 p.m.–5 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Please join us for an information session to hear more about this urban agriculture and environmental education program for students in grades 9–11.
Learn More about GAP Information Session
Saturday, October 26, 2024
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Member Events Don't Miss
Members’ Fall Mornings
Saturdays & Sundays, September 14–October 27, 2024 | 9–10 a.m.
On weekend mornings from September 14 to October 27, the Garden is open exclusively to members from 9 to 10 a.m. Learn More about Members’ Fall Mornings
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Tours Don't Miss
Memory Tour for Individuals with Memory Loss and Their Caregivers
Friday, September 27 | 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Sunday, October 27 | 12:30–2:30 p.m.
Wednesday, December 11 | 12:30–2:30 p.m. | Preregistration RequiredJoin us for a special guided tour designed for individuals with memory loss and their caregivers. Learn More about Memory Tour for Individuals with Memory Loss and Their Caregivers
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Fall Family Discovery Weekends
Saturdays & Sundays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
September 14–November 3, 2024 | No programs October 12–13 | Drop-inHands-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 Fall Family Discovery Weekends
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Fall Family Story Time
Sundays, September 29, October 6, 20 & 27, 2024 | 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 Fall Family Story Time
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, September 10–October 31, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
Sunday, October 27, 2024
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
School Group Visits: Discovery Trail
Tuesdays & Thursdays, October 1–November 14 (except October 3 & November 5), 2024 | 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 Trail
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, September 10–October 31, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday, October 29, 2024
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Families & Kids | Children’s Garden Classes | Children's Garden Classes Don't Miss
Goodnight, Garden!
Wednesday, October 30, 2024 | 4–5:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Celebrate the end of the fall season and say goodnight to the Children’ s Garden! This is a one-time program for kids of all ages and their families. Learn More about Goodnight, Garden!
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Continuing Education Classes | Art Classes Don't Miss
Natural History Illustration in Graphite and Color Pencil: Drawing Butterflies and Moths
4 Wednesdays: October 30–November 20, 2024 | 10 a.m.–1 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Learn graphite and colored pencil techniques in depth. Learn More about Natural History Illustration in Graphite and Color Pencil: Drawing Butterflies and Moths
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Fall First Discoveries
Wednesdays & Fridays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | September 11–November 15, 2024 | Drop-in
Pot up a plant, create a craft, read a story, and use your senses to explore nature at special Discovery Garden activity stations designed for toddlers. This summer, find First Discoveries stations in both the Discovery Garden Pavilion and the Woodland ecosystem. Learn More about Fall First Discoveries
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, September 10–October 31, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
School Group Visits: Discovery Trail
Tuesdays & Thursdays, October 1–November 14 (except October 3 & November 5), 2024 | 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 Trail
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, September 10–October 31, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour