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Jun 4, 2026
- Time 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
- Location Madeline Samples Exhibit Hall
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Jun 6, 2026
- Time 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Location Madeline Samples Exhibit Hall
- adult education classes
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Jun 6, 2026
- Time 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
- Location Water Conservation Garden
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Jun 6, 2026
- Time 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
- Location Japanese Garden
- ages 8-11
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Jun 8 - 12, 2026
- Time 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
- Location Botanical Research Institute of Texas
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Jun 8 - 12, 2026
- Time 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
- Location Botanical Research Institute of Texas
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Jun 8 - 12, 2026
- Time 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
- Location Botanical Research Institute of Texas
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Jun 10, 2026
- Time 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
- Location Trial Garden
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Jun 13, 2026
- Time 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
- Location Japanese Garden
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Jun 13, 2026
- Time 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
- Location Leonard Courtyard
Opening Reception – Expeditions through the Lens: Botanical Photographs of Sherwin Carlquist
Opening Reception: June 4, 2026 Join the U.S. National Science Foundation-funded Carlquist team and FWBG leadership for brief remarks about BRIT Library’s Sherwin Carlquist Collection and the Carlquist team’s efforts to connect this prolific American botanist’s field work archives to his herbarium specimens at California Botanic Garden. Light refreshments will be provided. About the Exhibition...
Art in the Garden Tour: Sherwin Carlquist & BRIT Library – June
Peer behind-the-scenes at BRIT Library’s latest art exhibit, “Expeditions through the Lens: Botanical Photographs of Sherwin Carlquist.” Learn more about the people, plants, and places on view through a guided walk-through of the exhibit along with a tour of the imaging studio where the U.S. National Science Foundation-funded Carlquist team makes digitization magic happen. Tours...
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!
Members-Only Docent-Led Tour: Japanese Garden
FWBG members are invited to join knowledgeable docents for an exclusive guided tour of the beautiful Japanese Garden. Enjoy lovely vistas while docents discuss design elements, history, cultural significance, and the plants and animals of the Japanese Garden. This tour is an exclusive perk for FWBG members. Not a member yet? Join today! Date:...
S.E.E.D. Camp: Nature Innovators (Ages 8-11) – Session 2
Grow big ideas and explore nature through a STEM lens! In this camp for children ages 8 to 11, young innovators will sharpen engineering and creative thinking skills through hands-on, nature-inspired challenges and projects. From low-tech builds to high-tech tools, campers will discover how science and creativity come together to solve real-world problems in the...
S.E.E.D. Camp: Botanists in Training (Ages 6-7) – Session 2
Venture into the vibrant world of plants in this camp for ages 6 to 7! Young botanists will dig into botanical life, conduct hands-on experiments, and explore nature with real science tools and all five senses. From sprouting seeds to studying funky fungi, campers will cultivate a green thumb while having a blooming good time! ...
S.E.E.D. Camp: Earth, Moon, & Stars (Ages 4-5) – Session 2
Blast off into a week of wonder! In this camp for ages 4-5, young astronauts will journey through the Solar System as they discover our place in space and how the sun and moon shape life on Earth. Campers will explore day and night, seasons, constellations, and more as they build science skills while having...
Trial Garden Tour: June 10
Our Trial Garden tours meet in the Trial Garden on Wednesdays from April – October from 9:00 – 10:00 AM. Swing by and meet with a Trial Volunteers to learn about everything they’re doing. Upcoming 2026 Tour Dates: Wednesday, April 1 Wednesday, April 8 Wednesday, April 15 Wednesday, April 22 Wednesday, April 29 Wednesday,...
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...
Free Member Photo Day: Pup Club Photos & Splash Day
Treat your favorite canine companion with this free members-only photo event, complete with fun splash pads for dogs to enjoy! Each Member Photo Day has a unique theme with professional photos taken by Claudia Garcia of Studio Cloud. All Member Photo Days are free for members and take place in the Leonard Courtyard. To register,...
