CELEBRATE SPRING AT FORT WORTH BOTANIC GARDEN’S JAPANESE FESTIVAL
The Fort Worth Botanic Garden invites guests to explore the rich traditions of Japan during the Spring Japanese Festival, April 20-21. This highly anticipated event offers a unique opportunity for guests to immerse themselves in the art and culture of Japan while enjoying the beauty of the Garden.
Qigong
Click here to register now. Qigong is an ancient wellness practice that uses meditation, controlled breathing and gentle, low-impact activity to cultivate energy in the mind and body. You will learn slow, flowing movements that are physically easy-to-follow and improve your ability to engage with intention and mindfulness. Join us Mondays in June for a […]
Fall Japanese Festival Marks 50th Anniversary of Japanese Garden
Visitors are invited to celebrate the vibrant colors of fall in the Japanese Garden while exploring the arts and culture of Japan during the Fall Japanese Festival on Nov. 4-5. This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Japanese Garden’s opening in 1973.
Embrace the Philosophy of Japanese Gardening to Create Your Own Place of Reflection and Renewal
When guests wander the quiet paths of the Japanese Garden, it’s not unusual for them to stop at the top of the Moon Bridge and say, “I wish I had a place like this at home.” That might seem impossible–the Japanese Garden is the result of 50 years of hard work by dedicated horticulturists. But Nick Esthus, Japanese Garden horticultural manager, says Japanese gardening is within the reach of anyone ready to embrace it.
Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Japanese Garden at the Fall Japanese Festival
It was 1973. “Bad, Bad Leroy Brown” and “Killing Me Softly with His Song” played on the radio, “The Exorcist” terrified theater audiences and the Japanese Garden opened its doors. Join us Nov. 4 and 5 for a special Fall Japanese Festival to celebrate one of Fort Worth’s most beloved places.
Forest Bathing: December
This class has been canceled. We hope to see you in the new year! Forest Bathing, or shinrin-yoku, is the deliberate practice of immersion in nature using mindfulness and the senses. This practice originated in Japan in the 1980s and allows the body, mind, and spirit to relax and rejuvenate surrounded by the healing powers […]
Forest Bathing: November
Click here to register now! Forest Bathing, or shinrin-yoku, is the deliberate practice of immersion in nature using mindfulness and the senses. This practice originated in Japan in the 1980s and allows the body, mind, and spirit to relax and rejuvenate surrounded by the healing powers of nature. We will discuss ways to soak up […]
Forest Bathing: October
Registration for this class is now closed. We hope to see you next month! Forest Bathing, or shinrin-yoku, is the deliberate practice of immersion in nature using mindfulness and the senses. This practice originated in Japan in the 1980s and allows the body, mind, and spirit to relax and rejuvenate surrounded by the healing powers […]
Girls Nature Workshop: Living, Breathing, Sculpture
Registration for this program is now closed. We hope to see you next month! Together in partnership, the Fort Worth Garden Club (FWGC) and FWBG present the Girls Nature Workshops series! These hands-on programs connect girls and their families to the fascinating world of horticulture and floriculture. Each workshop highlights skills and activities designed to […]
Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Japanese Garden at the Japanese Spring Festival
In 1973, Richard Nixon began his second term, Pink Floyd released “Dark Side of the Moon” and “The Exorcist” beat out “The Sting” and “American Graffiti” as the highest-grossing films. Also, the Japanese Garden opened its gates. Come celebrate this milestone at the Spring Japanese Festival.