• 2022 Butterfly Festival

    Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, United States

    The 2022 Butterfly Festival marks 13 years of celebrating pollinators!   Join us as we celebrate the Roston Native Butterfly House and the native butterflies and moths it supports! Click here for more details!

  • Summer Nature School

    Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, United States

    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

    $5
  • Gray/Campbell Farmstead Second Saturday Showcase – Farmstead Feasting over the Fire

    Gray Campbell Farmstead 2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield, MO, United States

    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 […]

  • National Teddy Bear Picnic

    Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, United States

    Bring your favorite stuffed bear or toy, and a picnic blanket, and celebrate National Teddy Bear Picnic Day! Pack a picnic or purchase concessions, and enjoy crafts, games, story time, a teddy bear parade and frozen treat. Free, but registration is required by July 5 at ParkBoard.org. Age: 2-10 yrs. Time: 2-4 p.m. Fee: Free

    Free
  • Garden Story Time

    Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, United States

    Pre-schoolers are invited to listen to a garden-themed story, followed by a fun environmental-based craft or activity. Age: Pre-schoolers and family Time: Thurs. or Sat., 10-10:30 a.m. Fee: Free

    Free
  • Garden Story Time

    Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, United States

    Pre-schoolers are invited to listen to a garden-themed story, followed by a fun environmental-based craft or activity. Age: Pre-schoolers and family Time: Thurs. or Sat., 10-10:30 a.m. Fee: Free

    Free
  • Garden Walk & Talk: Kickapoo Edge Prairie

    Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, United States

    A guided garden tour where we learn gardening techniques and how to incorporate aspects into your own yard. Age: 18 yrs. and up Time: 1-2 p.m. Fee: Free

    Free
  • Summer Nature School

    Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, United States

    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

    Free
  • Fall Astronomy Night

    Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, United States

    Join the Springfield Astronomical Society for star gazing and moon phases. Telescopes provided. Arrive early to view the sun! Call 891-1515, extension 4 for more info!

  • Homeschool Horticulture Series: Soils

    Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, United States

    This month we're getting dirty! We will study the ground beneath our feet and why it's more than just dirt! Designed for students 6-12. $5/student, please call 891-1515 to register.

    $5