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May 16, 2026
- Time 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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May 16, 2026
- Time 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
- Location Pollinator Pathway
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May 21, 2026
- Time 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Jun 6, 2026
- Time 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
- Location Water Conservation Garden
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Jun 18, 2026
- Time 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Jun 20, 2026
- Time 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
- Location Japanese Garden
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Jul 11, 2026
- Time 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
- Location Botanical Research Institute of Texas
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Jul 18, 2026
- Time 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
- Location Japanese Garden
Ikebana Workshop: Curvy Compositions
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...
En Plein Air Watercolor: Pollinator Pathway
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...
Creative Explorations: Paper Making 101
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...
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!
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...
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...
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!
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...
