Adult Education
Upcoming Events
Drawing in the Garden: Perennial Garden
Discover and polish your drawing skills at the Garden! Bring your favorite portable medium and explore a new artistic focus each month. Our award-winning artist instructor will start with a demonstration, then answer questions and provide tips and one-on-one attention throughout a free-drawing session. We will end by gathering to share our experiences and drawings. Registration includes Garden admission for the day—we encourage you to explore the Garden after class!
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Date
Jun 6, 2026
- Time 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
- Location Water Conservation Garden
Discover Forest Bathing: June 13
Forest Bathing, or shinrin-yoku, is the deliberate practice of immersion in nature using mindfulness and the senses. This practice originated in Japan and allows the body, mind and spirit to relax and rejuvenate surrounded by the healing powers of nature. This introductory class begins by discussing the guiding principles of shinrin-yoku that enable us to...
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- health & wellness
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Date
Jun 13, 2026
- Time 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
- Location Japanese Garden
Botanicals in Blue
Explore an early photographic process and create your own wall-worthy works of art! Developed in the 19th century, this camera-less method was soon adopted by botanists to document plant specimens. Cyanotypes combine art and science to produce gorgeous, deep-blue and white prints. Our expert instructor will introduce the technique and answer questions as you experiment...
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Date
Jun 13, 2026
- Time 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Location Botanical Research Institute of Texas
Members-Only Quiet Hour Walk: June 13
Step into serenity every Saturday with our new weekly Members-Only Quiet Hour Walk. It’s a peaceful start to your weekend at FWBG! What to Expect: A 60-minute silent walk led by a mindfulness guide Gentle movement breaks using easy-to-follow practices A peaceful, grounding experience focusing on the senses Note: The path includes uneven...
- free for members
- health & wellness
- members-only events
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Date
Jun 13, 2026
- Time 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
- Location Leonard Courtyard
BRIT Reads Book Club: “Close to Home” by Thor Hanson
Do you love to read? Are you passionate about botany, natural history, sustainability and similar topics? Then, you’ll love the BRIT Reads Book Club! This informal group meets every other month to discuss a chosen book, in-person and virtually. We begin with a moderator summarizing the book and reviewing its key points. Then there is...
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- free
- learn
- lectures & talks
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Date
Jun 15, 2026
- Time 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
- Location BRIT Library
Members-Only Quiet Hour Walk: June 6
Step into serenity every Saturday with our new weekly Members-Only Quiet Hour Walk. It’s a peaceful start to your weekend at FWBG! What to Expect: A 60-minute silent walk led by a mindfulness guide Gentle movement breaks using easy-to-follow practices A peaceful, grounding experience focusing on the senses Note: The path includes uneven...
- free for members
- health & wellness
- members-only events
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Date
Jun 16, 2026
- Time 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
- Location Leonard Courtyard
Creative Explorations: Natural Dyes from Grasses
Explore new artistic media and techniques through plant-based projects with a fun and inspiring local artist. These monthly classes are appropriate for all experience levels and promote enjoyment over perfection. Reawaken your creative spirit with our instructor’s open-ended, judgment-free approach to art! Registration includes Garden admission for the day—we encourage you to explore the Garden...
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- creative arts classes
- learn
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Date
Jun 18, 2026
- Time 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Sunrise Yoga: June 18
Greet the morning with a relaxing yoga session in the serene Japanese Garden. These standalone classes are designed for all skill levels. We will focus on grounding postures and connecting with nature to start your day on the right foot. Can’t make this date? This class will also take place on June 25, July 2,...
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- health & wellness
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Date
Jun 18, 2026
- Time 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
- Location Japanese Garden
Members-Only Quiet Hour Walk: June 20
Step into serenity every Saturday with our new weekly Members-Only Quiet Hour Walk. It’s a peaceful start to your weekend at FWBG! What to Expect: A 60-minute silent walk led by a mindfulness guide Gentle movement breaks using easy-to-follow practices A peaceful, grounding experience focusing on the senses Note: The path includes uneven...
- free for members
- health & wellness
- members-only events
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Date
Jun 20, 2026
- Time 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
- Location Leonard Courtyard
Discover Forest Bathing: June 20
Forest Bathing, or shinrin-yoku, is the deliberate practice of immersion in nature using mindfulness and the senses. This practice originated in Japan and allows the body, mind and spirit to relax and rejuvenate surrounded by the healing powers of nature. This introductory class begins by discussing the guiding principles of shinrin-yoku that enable us to...
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- classes
- health & wellness
- learn
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Date
Jun 20, 2026
- Time 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
- Location Japanese Garden
En Plein Air Watercolor: Japanese Garden – June
Embark on a historical tradition of outdoor painting with guided lessons in the Garden’s tranquil morning light. Through guided exercises and individual practice, you’ll learn to capture the light and compositions using the spontaneity of watercolor. This class is suitable for both new painters and practiced watercolorists. Join us monthly to paint the changing seasons...
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- creative arts classes
- learn
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Date
Jun 20, 2026
- Time 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
- Location Japanese Garden
Carlquist Collection Tour & Exploration
Explore the BRIT Library’s Sherwin Carlquist Collection, which documents the mid-20th-century expeditions of botanist Sherwin Carlquist as he collected plants on islands around the world. Members of the Carlquist project team will share his captivating photographs of flora, fauna, people, and landscapes from these journeys. Guests will also be invited to participate in a scientific...
- art exhibitions
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- exhibits
- free for members
- lectures & talks
- members-only events
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Date
Jun 20, 2026
- Time 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
- Location The Commons at the Botanical Research Institute of Texas
Sunrise Yoga: June 25
Greet the morning with a relaxing yoga session in the serene Japanese Garden. These standalone classes are designed for all skill levels. We will focus on grounding postures and connecting with nature to start your day on the right foot. Can’t make this date? This class will also take place on June 18, July 2,...
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Date
Jun 25, 2026
- Time 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
- Location Japanese Garden
Drawing International Botanicals: June 26
Tour the world in this beginner-friendly drawing class exploring the diversity of botanical plants from the Garden’s collections. Our expert instructor will demonstrate techniques using different types of graphite pencils, then provide helpful tips and support during unstructured drawing time. You’ll leave with the tools used during class, new skills, and inspiration to continue your...
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- creative arts classes
- learn
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Date
Jun 26, 2026
- Time 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
- Location Botanical Research Institute of Texas
Discover Forest Bathing: June 27
Forest Bathing, or shinrin-yoku, is the deliberate practice of immersion in nature using mindfulness and the senses. This practice originated in Japan and allows the body, mind and spirit to relax and rejuvenate surrounded by the healing powers of nature. This introductory class begins by discussing the guiding principles of shinrin-yoku that enable us to...
- adult education classes
- classes
- health & wellness
- learn
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Date
Jun 27, 2026
- Time 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
- Location Japanese Garden
Members-Only Quiet Hour Walk: June 27
Step into serenity every Saturday with our new weekly Members-Only Quiet Hour Walk. It’s a peaceful start to your weekend at FWBG! What to Expect: A 60-minute silent walk led by a mindfulness guide Gentle movement breaks using easy-to-follow practices A peaceful, grounding experience focusing on the senses Note: The path includes uneven...
- free for members
- health & wellness
- members-only events
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Date
Jun 27, 2026
- Time 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
- Location Leonard Courtyard
Gentle Yoga: July
Join our recurring all-level yoga class to move, stretch, and awaken your mind and body. You’ll learn unique connections within the body to increase muscle elasticity, loosen joints, and gain flexibility. Registration includes Garden admission for the day. We encourage you to explore the Garden after class. This month, sessions will take place inside at...
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- health & wellness
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July 1, 8, 15, 22, and 299:00 AM - 10:00 AM
- Location The Commons at the Botanical Institute of Texas
Sunrise Yoga: July 2
Greet the morning with a relaxing yoga session in the serene Japanese Garden. These standalone classes are designed for all skill levels. We will focus on grounding postures and connecting with nature to start your day on the right foot. Can’t make this date? This class will also take place on June 18, June 25,...
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- classes
- health & wellness
- learn
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Date
Jul 2, 2026
- Time 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
- Location Japanese Garden
Sunrise Yoga: July 9
Greet the morning with a relaxing yoga session in the serene Japanese Garden. These standalone classes are designed for all skill levels. We will focus on grounding postures and connecting with nature to start your day on the right foot. Can’t make this date? This class will also take place on June 18, June 25,...
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- classes
- health & wellness
- learn
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Date
Jul 9, 2026
- Time 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
- Location Japanese Garden
Members-Only Quiet Hour Walk: July 11
Step into serenity every Saturday with our new weekly Members-Only Quiet Hour Walk. It’s a peaceful start to your weekend at FWBG! What to Expect: A 60-minute silent walk led by a mindfulness guide Gentle movement breaks using easy-to-follow practices A peaceful, grounding experience focusing on the senses Note: The path includes uneven...
- free for members
- health & wellness
- members-only events
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Date
Jul 11, 2026
- Time 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
- Location Leonard Courtyard
Discover Forest Bathing: July 11
Forest Bathing, or shinrin-yoku, is the deliberate practice of immersion in nature using mindfulness and the senses. This practice originated in Japan and allows the body, mind and spirit to relax and rejuvenate surrounded by the healing powers of nature. This introductory class begins by discussing the guiding principles of shinrin-yoku that enable us to...
- adult education classes
- classes
- health & wellness
- learn
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Date
Jul 11, 2026
- Time 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
- Location Japanese Garden
Drawing in the Garden: Expeditions through the Lens
Discover and polish your drawing skills at the Garden! Bring your favorite portable medium and explore a new artistic focus each month. Our award-winning artist instructor will start with a demonstration, then answer questions and provide tips and one-on-one attention throughout a free-drawing session. We will end by gathering to share our experiences and drawings. Registration includes Garden admission for the day—we encourage you to explore the Garden after class!
- adult education classes
- classes
- creative arts classes
- learn
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Date
Jul 11, 2026
- Time 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
- Location Botanical Research Institute of Texas
Good4u: Natural Tips to Support Healthy Sleep
Join the Garden and our partner, Natural Grocers, to explore a variety of health & earth-conscious topics. Good4u classes are free; registration is recommended to help us best prepare a top-notch experience. Are you dreaming of a good night’s sleep? In this class, you’ll learn a variety of natural sleep solutions that can support you...
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Date
Jul 14, 2026
- Time 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- Location Botanical Research Institute of Texas
Drawing International Botanicals: July 15
Tour the world in this beginner-friendly drawing class exploring the diversity of botanical plants from the Garden’s collections. Our expert instructor will demonstrate techniques using different types of graphite pencils, then provide helpful tips and support during unstructured drawing time. You’ll leave with the tools used during class, new skills, and inspiration to continue your...
- adult education classes
- classes
- creative arts classes
- learn
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Date
Jul 15, 2026
- Time 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
- Location Botanical Research Institute of Texas
Creative Explorations: Sculptural Paper Making
Explore new artistic media and techniques through plant-based projects with a fun and inspiring local artist. These monthly classes are appropriate for all experience levels and promote enjoyment over perfection. Reawaken your creative spirit with our instructor’s open-ended, judgment-free approach to art! Registration includes Garden admission for the day—we encourage you to explore the Garden...
- adult education classes
- classes
- creative arts classes
- learn
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Date
Jul 16, 2026
- Time 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Location Garden Center
Members-Only Quiet Hour Walk: July 18
Step into serenity every Saturday with our new weekly Members-Only Quiet Hour Walk. It’s a peaceful start to your weekend at FWBG! What to Expect: A 60-minute silent walk led by a mindfulness guide Gentle movement breaks using easy-to-follow practices A peaceful, grounding experience focusing on the senses Note: The path includes uneven...
- free for members
- health & wellness
- members-only events
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Date
Jul 18, 2026
- Time 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
- Location Leonard Courtyard
Ikebana Workshop: Linear Elements
Explore the beautiful art of Japanese floral arrangement – ikebana – with our internationally-certified expert instructor. Each class starts with an introduction to ikebana concepts and rules, followed by a demonstration featuring the session’s theme and materials. Then you’ll get hands-on crafting your own arrangement and class will end with participants sharing their results. Whether...
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Date
Jul 18, 2026
- Time 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
- Location Botanical Research Institute of Texas
Discover Forest Bathing: July 18
Forest Bathing, or shinrin-yoku, is the deliberate practice of immersion in nature using mindfulness and the senses. This practice originated in Japan and allows the body, mind and spirit to relax and rejuvenate surrounded by the healing powers of nature. This introductory class begins by discussing the guiding principles of shinrin-yoku that enable us to...
- adult education classes
- classes
- health & wellness
- learn
-
Date
Jul 18, 2026
- Time 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
- Location Japanese Garden
En Plein Air Watercolor: Japanese Garden – July
Embark on a historical tradition of outdoor painting with guided lessons in the Garden’s tranquil morning light. Through guided exercises and individual practice, you’ll learn to capture the light and compositions using the spontaneity of watercolor. This class is suitable for both new painters and practiced watercolorists. Join us monthly to paint the changing seasons...
- adult education classes
- classes
- creative arts classes
- learn
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Date
Jul 18, 2026
- Time 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
- Location Japanese Garden
Expeditions through the Lens: Staff Gallery Talk
Curious about the research side of BRIT? Join research staff for a deeper look at the ambitious digitization and collection project that produced the current exhibit “Expeditions through the Lens: Botanical Photographs of Sherwin Carlquist.” You’ll hear insights and stories from the team that lead the project, be introduced to the new imaging lab, and...
- art exhibitions
- events
- exhibits
- free for members
- lectures & talks
- members-only events
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Date
Jul 21, 2026
- Time 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
- Location Botanical Research Institute of Texas
Members-Only Quiet Hour Walk: July 25
Step into serenity every Saturday with our new weekly Members-Only Quiet Hour Walk. It’s a peaceful start to your weekend at FWBG! What to Expect: A 60-minute silent walk led by a mindfulness guide Gentle movement breaks using easy-to-follow practices A peaceful, grounding experience focusing on the senses Note: The path includes uneven...
- free for members
- health & wellness
- members-only events
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Date
Jul 25, 2026
- Time 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
- Location Leonard Courtyard
Macro Photography: Sherwin Carlquist Exhibit
Discover the details of an unseen world using macro photography. With inspiration from the Gardens and the Expeditions through the Lens exhibition, you’ll master the unique challenges of macro photography to capture tiny details of flowers, bugs, and more. Starting with classroom instruction and handouts, you’ll learn how equipment, technique and software come together to...
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Date
Aug 22, 2026
- Time 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
- Location Botanical Research Institute of Texas
Family Membership*
Yearly membership for two adults and children.
Year-round Garden admission
Invitations to members-only events and webinars
Early members-only admission daily at 7:00a.m.
$95
Annually
*The membership plan includes benefits for adult children with disabilities as well as two guest passes per year that can only be used once.
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FAQs
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By registering and participating in Garden programs, participants grant permission to the Garden and its designees to utilize participants’ image, likeness, actions, or statements in any form taken during a visit to the institution for the purpose of promoting it and its other locations in perpetuity.
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Can I cancel my registration?
- To receive an 85% refund, please email adult-ed@fwbg.org at least ten calendar days prior to the start of the class and include your name, phone number and the name of the class. No refunds are granted less than ten calendar days before the class starts.
- If the refund window has passed, consider gifting your seat to a friend or family member. To do so, please email adult-ed@fwbg.org at least two days before the start of class and include the class name, the new participant’s name and their email address.
When might the Garden cancel class?
- A class is canceled if it does not meet the minimum registration requirement two business days prior to the class. Register early to help ensure that the class you want is not canceled due to low enrollment and encourage your friends to do the same!
- If Adult Education must cancel a class, you will be notified by email two business days prior to the class and offered these options: we can transfer your ticket to another class right away (or classes, so long as the new value does not exceed the original value)or provide a full refund to the original form of payment.
What happens in case of inclement weather?
- Inclement weather plans vary by class and are included on class registration pages. Please take note of your class’s plan and if a rain date is included, plan for its potential use.
- The decision to use the inclement weather plan will be communicated to you via email by 5pm the day before class.
- A class’s inclement weather plan will be used if heavy rain and/or lightning is present. Light rain typically does not necessitate the use of a weather plan. In cases of snow and ice, weather plans will be used for indoor and outdoor classes if the Garden must close.
- Refunds are not granted for registrants unable to attend a rain date. If you choose, you may gift your seat in the class to a friend or family member. To do so, please email adult-ed@fwbg.org at least two days before the scheduled rain date and include the class name, the new participant’s name and their email address.
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