TODAY'S HOURS: 8 AM – 4 PM

*Last entry is an hour before closing

TODAY'S HOURS: 8 AM – 4 PM

*Last entry is an hour before closing

The Madeline R. Samples Exhibit Hall

FWBG | BRIT presents a variety of venues across our campus in which to enjoy art related to, and in, nature.

The BRIT building offers two distinctive art viewing spaces: the elegant Madeline R. Samples Exhibit Hall and the smaller, more intimate Upper Atrium Collections Gallery. The Samples Exhibit Hall showcases botanical art and artwork dealing with topics such as ecology, plants, sustainability, conservation, and the natural world – we highlight work by local and national artists, both well-known and emerging. The Upper Atrium Collections Gallery features a rotation of botanical and nature-based prints from our library collection, including The Arader Natural History Collection of Art. We honor and celebrate the traditional roots of botanical art while also expanding and redefining the field for the 21st century.

Art can also be enjoyed throughout the Garden, as many pieces of sculpture live in the landscape. We occasionally welcome contemporary sculptors to install large-scale artworks in our gardens for visitors to enjoy and reflect upon.

Adjacent image courtesy Carol Benson

Upcoming Events

December 2024

A hand-colored lithograph of the plant Conium maculatum, or poison hemlock -- an illustration within Joseph Carson's 1847 book, "Illustrations of Medical Botany."

On view in Madeline R. Samples Exhibit Hall: “Perilous Poisonous Plants”

Featuring selections from BRIT Library’s Arader Natural History Art Collection and Rare Book Room Collection along with specimens from the BRIT Philecology Herbarium, “Perilous Poisonous Plants” highlights the bloodcurdling side of botany from a scientific, historical, and literary lens. This exhibit is on display from Monday through Friday, 10 AM – 4 PM at the […]

Dec 05 2024

10:00 am - 12:00 am

A hand-colored lithograph of the plant Conium maculatum, or poison hemlock -- an illustration within Joseph Carson's 1847 book, "Illustrations of Medical Botany."

On view in Madeline R. Samples Exhibit Hall: “Perilous Poisonous Plants”

Featuring selections from BRIT Library’s Arader Natural History Art Collection and Rare Book Room Collection along with specimens from the BRIT Philecology Herbarium, “Perilous Poisonous Plants” highlights the bloodcurdling side of botany from a scientific, historical, and literary lens. This exhibit is on display from Monday through Friday, 10 AM – 4 PM at the […]

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A hand-colored lithograph of the plant Conium maculatum, or poison hemlock -- an illustration within Joseph Carson's 1847 book, "Illustrations of Medical Botany."

On view in Madeline R. Samples Exhibit Hall: “Perilous Poisonous Plants”

Featuring selections from BRIT Library’s Arader Natural History Art Collection and Rare Book Room Collection along with specimens from the BRIT Philecology Herbarium, “Perilous Poisonous Plants” highlights the bloodcurdling side of botany from a scientific, historical, and literary lens. This exhibit is on display from Monday through Friday, 10 AM – 4 PM at the […]

Dec 06 2024

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

A hand-colored lithograph of the plant Conium maculatum, or poison hemlock -- an illustration within Joseph Carson's 1847 book, "Illustrations of Medical Botany."

On view in Madeline R. Samples Exhibit Hall: “Perilous Poisonous Plants”

Featuring selections from BRIT Library’s Arader Natural History Art Collection and Rare Book Room Collection along with specimens from the BRIT Philecology Herbarium, “Perilous Poisonous Plants” highlights the bloodcurdling side of botany from a scientific, historical, and literary lens. This exhibit is on display from Monday through Friday, 10 AM – 4 PM at the […]

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Past Events

August 2024

A colored print from 1542 of a basil plant is centered on the page, with pale green leaves on the outside of the plant and some darker green leaves toward the inside of the plant. Two captions of text are printed below the plant, with "Ocimum exiguum" (basil's Latin name) printed on the left and "Klein Bafilien" printed on the right.

On view in Madeline R. Samples Exhibit Hall: “Spice of Life”

Through this selection of BRIT Library artworks, experience the abundant world of herbs and spices by embarking on a sensory adventure through the fragrant and flavorful realm of culinary treasures. Discover the truths behind their origin, vibrancy, aroma, and assorted flavors that have enticed palates and shaped recipes over time around the world. This exhibit […]

Aug 30 2024

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Madeline R. Samples Exhibit Hall

A colored print from 1542 of a basil plant is centered on the page, with pale green leaves on the outside of the plant and some darker green leaves toward the inside of the plant. Two captions of text are printed below the plant, with "Ocimum exiguum" (basil's Latin name) printed on the left and "Klein Bafilien" printed on the right.

On view in Madeline R. Samples Exhibit Hall: “Spice of Life”

Through this selection of BRIT Library artworks, experience the abundant world of herbs and spices by embarking on a sensory adventure through the fragrant and flavorful realm of culinary treasures. Discover the truths behind their origin, vibrancy, aroma, and assorted flavors that have enticed palates and shaped recipes over time around the world. This exhibit […]

Aug 30 2024

The event is finished.

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Madeline R. Samples Exhibit Hall

A colored print from 1542 of a basil plant is centered on the page, with pale green leaves on the outside of the plant and some darker green leaves toward the inside of the plant. Two captions of text are printed below the plant, with "Ocimum exiguum" (basil's Latin name) printed on the left and "Klein Bafilien" printed on the right.

On view in Madeline R. Samples Exhibit Hall: “Spice of Life”

Through this selection of BRIT Library artworks, experience the abundant world of herbs and spices by embarking on a sensory adventure through the fragrant and flavorful realm of culinary treasures. Discover the truths behind their origin, vibrancy, aroma, and assorted flavors that have enticed palates and shaped recipes over time around the world. This exhibit […]

Aug 29 2024

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Madeline R. Samples Exhibit Hall

A colored print from 1542 of a basil plant is centered on the page, with pale green leaves on the outside of the plant and some darker green leaves toward the inside of the plant. Two captions of text are printed below the plant, with "Ocimum exiguum" (basil's Latin name) printed on the left and "Klein Bafilien" printed on the right.

On view in Madeline R. Samples Exhibit Hall: “Spice of Life”

Through this selection of BRIT Library artworks, experience the abundant world of herbs and spices by embarking on a sensory adventure through the fragrant and flavorful realm of culinary treasures. Discover the truths behind their origin, vibrancy, aroma, and assorted flavors that have enticed palates and shaped recipes over time around the world. This exhibit […]

Aug 29 2024

The event is finished.

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Madeline R. Samples Exhibit Hall

A colored print from 1542 of a basil plant is centered on the page, with pale green leaves on the outside of the plant and some darker green leaves toward the inside of the plant. Two captions of text are printed below the plant, with "Ocimum exiguum" (basil's Latin name) printed on the left and "Klein Bafilien" printed on the right.

On view in Madeline R. Samples Exhibit Hall: “Spice of Life”

Through this selection of BRIT Library artworks, experience the abundant world of herbs and spices by embarking on a sensory adventure through the fragrant and flavorful realm of culinary treasures. Discover the truths behind their origin, vibrancy, aroma, and assorted flavors that have enticed palates and shaped recipes over time around the world. This exhibit […]

Aug 28 2024

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Madeline R. Samples Exhibit Hall

A colored print from 1542 of a basil plant is centered on the page, with pale green leaves on the outside of the plant and some darker green leaves toward the inside of the plant. Two captions of text are printed below the plant, with "Ocimum exiguum" (basil's Latin name) printed on the left and "Klein Bafilien" printed on the right.

On view in Madeline R. Samples Exhibit Hall: “Spice of Life”

Through this selection of BRIT Library artworks, experience the abundant world of herbs and spices by embarking on a sensory adventure through the fragrant and flavorful realm of culinary treasures. Discover the truths behind their origin, vibrancy, aroma, and assorted flavors that have enticed palates and shaped recipes over time around the world. This exhibit […]

Aug 28 2024

The event is finished.

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Madeline R. Samples Exhibit Hall

A colored print from 1542 of a basil plant is centered on the page, with pale green leaves on the outside of the plant and some darker green leaves toward the inside of the plant. Two captions of text are printed below the plant, with "Ocimum exiguum" (basil's Latin name) printed on the left and "Klein Bafilien" printed on the right.

On view in Madeline R. Samples Exhibit Hall: “Spice of Life”

Through this selection of BRIT Library artworks, experience the abundant world of herbs and spices by embarking on a sensory adventure through the fragrant and flavorful realm of culinary treasures. Discover the truths behind their origin, vibrancy, aroma, and assorted flavors that have enticed palates and shaped recipes over time around the world. This exhibit […]

Aug 27 2024

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Madeline R. Samples Exhibit Hall

A colored print from 1542 of a basil plant is centered on the page, with pale green leaves on the outside of the plant and some darker green leaves toward the inside of the plant. Two captions of text are printed below the plant, with "Ocimum exiguum" (basil's Latin name) printed on the left and "Klein Bafilien" printed on the right.

On view in Madeline R. Samples Exhibit Hall: “Spice of Life”

Through this selection of BRIT Library artworks, experience the abundant world of herbs and spices by embarking on a sensory adventure through the fragrant and flavorful realm of culinary treasures. Discover the truths behind their origin, vibrancy, aroma, and assorted flavors that have enticed palates and shaped recipes over time around the world. This exhibit […]

Aug 27 2024

The event is finished.

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Madeline R. Samples Exhibit Hall

A colored print from 1542 of a basil plant is centered on the page, with pale green leaves on the outside of the plant and some darker green leaves toward the inside of the plant. Two captions of text are printed below the plant, with "Ocimum exiguum" (basil's Latin name) printed on the left and "Klein Bafilien" printed on the right.

On view in Madeline R. Samples Exhibit Hall: “Spice of Life”

Through this selection of BRIT Library artworks, experience the abundant world of herbs and spices by embarking on a sensory adventure through the fragrant and flavorful realm of culinary treasures. Discover the truths behind their origin, vibrancy, aroma, and assorted flavors that have enticed palates and shaped recipes over time around the world. This exhibit […]

Aug 26 2024

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Madeline R. Samples Exhibit Hall

A colored print from 1542 of a basil plant is centered on the page, with pale green leaves on the outside of the plant and some darker green leaves toward the inside of the plant. Two captions of text are printed below the plant, with "Ocimum exiguum" (basil's Latin name) printed on the left and "Klein Bafilien" printed on the right.

On view in Madeline R. Samples Exhibit Hall: “Spice of Life”

Through this selection of BRIT Library artworks, experience the abundant world of herbs and spices by embarking on a sensory adventure through the fragrant and flavorful realm of culinary treasures. Discover the truths behind their origin, vibrancy, aroma, and assorted flavors that have enticed palates and shaped recipes over time around the world. This exhibit […]

Aug 26 2024

The event is finished.

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Madeline R. Samples Exhibit Hall

A colored print from 1542 of a basil plant is centered on the page, with pale green leaves on the outside of the plant and some darker green leaves toward the inside of the plant. Two captions of text are printed below the plant, with "Ocimum exiguum" (basil's Latin name) printed on the left and "Klein Bafilien" printed on the right.

On view in Madeline R. Samples Exhibit Hall: “Spice of Life”

Through this selection of BRIT Library artworks, experience the abundant world of herbs and spices by embarking on a sensory adventure through the fragrant and flavorful realm of culinary treasures. Discover the truths behind their origin, vibrancy, aroma, and assorted flavors that have enticed palates and shaped recipes over time around the world. This exhibit […]

Aug 23 2024

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Madeline R. Samples Exhibit Hall

A colored print from 1542 of a basil plant is centered on the page, with pale green leaves on the outside of the plant and some darker green leaves toward the inside of the plant. Two captions of text are printed below the plant, with "Ocimum exiguum" (basil's Latin name) printed on the left and "Klein Bafilien" printed on the right.

On view in Madeline R. Samples Exhibit Hall: “Spice of Life”

Through this selection of BRIT Library artworks, experience the abundant world of herbs and spices by embarking on a sensory adventure through the fragrant and flavorful realm of culinary treasures. Discover the truths behind their origin, vibrancy, aroma, and assorted flavors that have enticed palates and shaped recipes over time around the world. This exhibit […]

Aug 23 2024

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10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Madeline R. Samples Exhibit Hall

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Erin Starr White
Director of Community Education

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