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. […]
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 […]
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
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.
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.
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 […]
