Presented by the Greater Ozarks Hosta Society. Guest speaker Tom Micheletti, founder of the Northern Illinois Hosta Society and past president of the American Hosta Society, will present, "Hostas in the Landscape." Beautiful hosta leaves will be on display, and hostas will be for sale as well. Treats and door prizes will also be part […]
Celebrate gardening, nature and butterflies. Visit the Dr. Bill Roston Native Butterfly House and caterpillar petting zoo, enter the pollinator costume contest, “pollinate” flowers, see the Fishin’ Magicians, observe ladybugs and more. Gray-Campbell Farmstead and Liberty School open for tours.
At the height of the season, visit the Daylily Garden, nationally registered as an American Hemerocallis Display Garden, with more than 800 named varieties of daylilies. The Ozark Daylily Society presents a flower display in the Botanical Center.
We are proud to present our 51st Annual Springfield Rock, Gem & Mineral Show at the Springfield Expo Center, on Saturday, October 20th from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. & Sunday, October 21st from 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. There will be rock & mineral specimens, gemstones, jewelry, fossils, grab bags, educational displays, silent auctions, […]
The magic of miniature landscapes and moving model trains transforms the Botanical Center atrium into a holiday wonderland. Presented by the Ozark Garden Railway Society. Donations accepted.
Join volunteers at the Gray-Campbell Farmstead to celebrate an old-fashioned Christmas. Decorate the tree with hand-made vintage ornaments. Enjoy hot cocoa, cookies, and carols.
The Springfield Orchid Society brings a juried display of beautiful, rare and exotic orchids to the Botanical Center. Orchids available for purchase. Botanical Center 891-1515
This free event for all ages celebrates Springfield’s sister city relationship with Isesaki, Japan and Tlaquepaque, Mexico. Bring a kite to fly on the great lawn or build and decorate one for $5. Enjoy Japanese and Mexican performances and activities; little ones can try their hand at breaking piñatas filled with candy. Take advantage of […]
Celebrate authentic Japanese culture in the Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden and visit with delegates from Springfield's sister city of Isesaki, Japan. $7-10/adult, $3/child Check back later for more information!
Rediscover pioneer life at the oldest house in Springfield at the Gray/Campbell Farmstead. Go back in time with plenty of activities for the whole family. Sunday features an 11am outdoor service with expo activities beginning at Noon. Check back later for more information!
