Celebrate spring with the Springfield Sister Cities Association. Bring a kite to fly or build one with us on the Great Lawn. Whack a piñata nearby. Enjoy Japanese and Mexican children’s crafts at the Botanical Center, and free admission to the Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden as it reopens for the season. Admission is free. Kite […]
Dr. Chris Barnhart, Distinguished Professor of Biology at MSU and Roston Native Butterfly House Curator, will lead this basic training on species variety and what it takes to become a docent for the 2022 season. New Docent Training Wednesday April 13 at 6 pm and Saturday April 16 at 10:00 am. Both training dates cover […]
Learn to make lightweight, porous hypertufa pots for your garden. Each participant takes their creation home. Registration required; fee covers cost of materials provided. 417-891-1515 Age: 18 yrs. and up Time: 6-7 p.m. Fee: $15/person
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
Shop from hundreds of plants grown and nurtured by members of the Master Gardeners of Greene County at their annual plant sale. The selection includes trees, shrubs, bulbs, perennials, annuals, grasses, ground covers, vegetables, herbs, houseplants and other garden-related items. Master Gardeners will be on site to assist with purchases and answer questions. Cash, checks […]
About Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and social distance to listen to live, local music in an extraordinary setting! The concerts are free to attend; a $10 donation is suggested to support garden projects (cash or card accepted). Location Peace through People Pavilion in the Kay Cummins Finnie Memorial Dogwood Garden at the Springfield […]
Ozark Soul will have a diversity of regional native perennials, trees, shrubs and vines available for purchase at the Springfield Botanical Gardens (rooftop plaza), May 7th from 10am-2pm.
Please join us as we showcase and celebrate the Springfield Botanical Gardens! Sat., May 14, 2022 10 a.m.-2 p.m. SPRINGFIELD-GREENE COUNTY BOTANICAL CENTER 2400 S. Scenic Ave. Springfield, MO 65807 FOG ANNUAL PRESENTATION Inside the Botanical Center 10-11 a.m.
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 […]
Explore the amazing culture of Japan at the Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden! Join us for the art of fish printing (Gyotaku), stories, songs and explore the beautiful gardens. Age: 3 yrs. to Grade 5 Time: 10 a.m.-Noon Fee: Free
