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  • Spring Break Scavenger Hunt

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

    A self-led scavenger hunt exploring Springfield Botanical Gardens. Prizes for completion! Start your hunt at the Botanical Center front desk. Botanical Center 417-891-1515 Age: 6-18 yrs. Time: Sunrise to sunset Fee: Free

  • Orchid Show and Sale

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

    2024 Annual Springfield Orchid Society Show, March 16th and 17th. The Springfield Orchid Society is a local group of orchid lovers. Members grow orchids on a scale as large as a thousand plants in a climate controlled 2000 sf greenhouse, down to growers who have a few plants that thrive on windowsills throughout their homes. […]

  • ‘Chick’ This Out! (Chickens 101)

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

    Have you ever wanted to raise chickens but didn't know where to start? This class is for you! Michelle Rogers, Youth Program Associate with MU Extension, leads this class on the basics of raising and keeping chickens. It is a free event; no registration is needed. Call 891-1515, x4 for more information. Held in the […]

  • Garden Story Time

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

    Pre-schoolers and family are invited to listen to a garden-themed story followed by a fun craft or activity. Held the third Thursday of the month and the following Saturday. Age: All ages Time: 10-10:30 a.m. Fee: Free

  • Backpack Buddy Adventure: Backyard Safari

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

    For our first adventure of the year, we're taking a closer look at the habitats around us and the animals that live there. The adventure starts in the botanical center atrium at 11 am sharp. Free event, no registration needed. Call 891-1515, x4 for more information.

  • Garden Walk & Talk: Lake Drummond

    Kachel Fountain 2400 S. Scenic, Springfield, MO, United States

    This month, we'll walk the .7-mile loop around Lake Drummond. We'll learn more about Anne Drummond, visit the new human sundial, and check out some of the hidden gems in the park. The walk will start at the Kachel fountain at 1 pm. For more information, call 891-1515, x4.

  • Cherry Blossom Kite and Piñata Festival

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

    Celebrate culture and spring with the Springfield Sister Cities Association at the Springfield Botanical Gardens. Bring a kite to fly or build one with us. Whack a piñata nearby. Enjoy Japanese and Mexican performances and children’s activities and free admission to Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden as it reopens for the season. Springfield Botanical Gardens 417-864-1191 […]

  • April Solar Eclipse

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

    While parts of Missouri experience a total solar eclipse, Springfield will reach 97% obscurity at about 1:54 p.m. Celebrate this once-in-a-lifetime event with viewing and activities at Springfield Botanical Gardens on the Great Lawn and Botanical Center roof. Springfield Botanical Gardens 417-891-1515 Age: All ages Time: Mon., 12-2 p.m. Fee: Free, $2/Eclipse glasses

  • Astronomy Night on the Roof

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

    Join the Springfield Astronomical Society on the Botanical Center roof as we view the waxing crescent moon and Jupiter. Springfield Botanical Gardens 417-891-1515 Age: All ages Time: Fri., 5 p.m.-9 p.m. Fee: Free

  • Master Gardener and Garden Society Plant Sale

    Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden Pavillion 2400 S. Scenic, Springfield, MO, United States

    Presented by the Master Gardeners of Greene County and other garden societies. Held rain or shine at Springfield Botanical Gardens’ Japanese Garden Pavilion. Arrive early for the best selection of trees, shrubs, grasses, perennials, bedding plants, herbs, bulbs, and more. Japanese Garden Pavilion 417-891-1515 Age: All ages Time: Sat., 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Fee: Free admission; […]