The Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden will open for the season on Mon., Mar. 30 from 10am-7pm. The Stroll Garden is open every day of the week until Sat., Oct. 31. From April through September, the Stroll Garden hours are 10am-7pm. In October, the Stroll Garden hours are 10am-6pm. Last entry is 30 minutes prior to […]
Master Gardeners of the Ozarks in conjunction with the Bonniebrook Historical Society invite you to take a step back in time and join us for our “Bohemian Garden Rhapsody Tour.” Saturday, June 13th from 10 AM to 3 PM Learn from the Master Gardeners at a variety of gardens and horticultural Education Stations highlighting Bonniebrook’s […]
The Roston Native Butterfly House closes for the season on Sunday, October 3. Stop by before then to enjoy Missouri's first native butterfly house. Hours are Monday-Friday, 10am-7:30pm and Saturday-Sunday, 10am-6pm (hours vary based on volunteer availability – please call the Botanical Center at 417-891-1515 to confirm).
Chase the winter blues away as we build a plant terrarium. Bring a clear container to transform into a tiny greenhouse environment. Registration required. Fee covers the cost of materials — container not included. Springfield Botanical Center 417-891-1515 Age: 18 yrs. and up Time: 6-7 p.m. Fee: $10/person
Grab a fully stocked Explorer Backpack from our gift shop and join us monthly on specific Saturdays to look closely at wild things in the garden. 417-891-1515 Age: 4-12 yrs. Time: 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Fee: Free program; $15/Backpack FOG members; $18/Backpack non-members
Celebrate Earth Day with an outdoor picnic (pack your own or purchase concessions), crafts and activities. Enjoy a screening of, "The Bee Movie" Arrive early to witness the annual Arbor Day Mayor's Proclamation Activities begin at 6 p.m. Movie begins at dusk Bring your own lawn chairs and blankets. Age: All ages Time: 6-9 p.m. Fee: FREE
Step back in time while visiting the Gray/Campbell Farmstead for the Second Saturday Showcases. The farmstead will feature specific aspects of pioneer living from the mid-1800s. Tour the farmstead buildings, listen to live music, and see demonstrations on gardening, homespun clothing, quilts, home arts, and cooking over an open fire. This particular Saturday Showcase will […]
School-age kids are invited to a variety of classes in the garden. Registration required. Age: 6-12 yrs. Time: Fri., 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Fee: $5/student
Grab a fully stocked Explorer Backpack and join us on third Saturdays to look more closely at the wild things in the garden. Botanical Center 417-891-1515 Age: 4-12 yrs. Time: 11 a.m.-Noon Fee: Free program, $15/Backpack FOG members, $18/Backpack non-members
For one week only, take part in our self-led scavenger hunt that explores the entire park. Prizes for each hunt completed! More info at the Botanical Center front desk. Age: 6-18 yrs. Time: Sunrise to sunset Fee: Free
