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 […]
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
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
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; […]
An event for garden enthusiasts, presented by Friends of the Garden in partnership with the Springfield Botanical Center. Visitors can meet with garden adopters and volunteers, learn about plant diversity, and more. The event includes Friends of the Garden’s Annual Meeting and kicks off National Public Gardens Week. CLICK HERE to learn more! Friends of […]
Pre-schoolers and family are invited to listen to a garden-themed story, followed by a fun craft or activity. Held on the third Thursday of the month and the following Saturday. Age: All ages Time: 10-10:30 a.m. Fee: Free
Pre-schoolers and family are invited to listen to a garden-themed story, followed by a fun craft or activity. Held on the third Thursday of the month and the following Saturday. Age: All ages Time: 10-10:30 a.m. Fee: Free
All ages are welcome! Bring your favorite stuffed bear or toy, pack a picnic, and celebrate this year's National Teddy Bear Picnic at the Peace Through People Pavilion in the Springfield Botanical Gardens 💐🧺 Wed., July 10 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. ☀️ Choose from 2 time slots: 10-10:45 a.m. or 11:15 a.m.-12 p.m. 📚 Enjoy […]
Pre-schoolers and family are invited to listen to a garden-themed story, followed by a fun craft or activity. Held on the third Thursday of the month and the following Saturday. Age: All ages Time: 10-10:30 a.m. Fee: Free
Do you want to learn more about composting in your backyard? Sign up for this Dish to Dirt Home Composting class! We'll share the basics of why do home composting, how to get started, how to maintain a bin year-round and troubleshoot potential problems. This workshop will be presented in collaboration with staff from the […]
