Family & Kids

A book called The Extraordinary Gardener on display inside a plant conservatory.

Family & Kids

Our award-winning Community Read program is designed to bring books and people together, and spur discussion around an important topic or idea.

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Fun activities abound for guests all of ages, both here in our Gardens and online. Explore our colorful indoor and outdoor displays every day of the year, engage in activities you can do in your own backyard, and discover stories about our plants and people with our range of offerings.

Upcoming Events

close up view of pure white petals of a single southern magnolia bloom surrounded by glossy green and copper leaves
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration

Celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day with a variety of fun and inspiring family activities planned throughout the East Conservatory.

January 20, 2025, 11:00 am–3:00 pm
Two fishbowl shaped open top terrariums filled with small plants.
Family Workshop: Tropical Terrariums

Bring the family together to create terrariums that express everyone’s unique style. This workshop is designed for adults and children (ages 5-9) to learn together. Sold Out. 

Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 10:00 am
Two fishbowl shaped open top terrariums filled with small plants.
Youth Workshop: Tropical Terrariums

Design a terrarium filled with tropical plants and creative embellishments.  For ages 10-16. 

Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 12:00 pm
Person wearing latex gloves unpotting small palm plant on a table.
Family Workshop: Kokedama

Gather the family to experiment with soil, moss, and string to create living pieces of art! This workshop is designed for adults and children (ages 5-9) to learn together.

Saturday, March 8, 2025 at 10:00 am
Student holding small unpotted palm plant.
Youth Workshop: Kokedama

Use soil, moss, and string to create a living piece of art! For ages 10-16. 

Saturday, March 8, 2025 at 12:00 pm
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