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April 2021
On View 4/16-6/13: Invasive Species by Sam Scoggins
Invasive Species by Sam Scoggins On view in the Visitor & Administration Building April 16 through June 13 Artist Sam Scoggins draws from the tradition of botanical cyanotypes, an early photographic technique, to explore what we define as “invasive species.” Scoggins’ large scale prints present these plants found in the New York City Watershed and Hudson River in a new light. Included in Garden Admission. Drop-in. Learn more about the exhibit HERE. For more about Art in the Garden: www.queensbotanical.org/artinthegarden
Find out more »Spring Bird Walk with NYC Audubon (SOLD OUT)
In this special series with NYC Audubon, spot and identify creatures of flight and learn how Queens Botanical Garden provides important resources for birds—like water, shelter, and insects to eat. Included in Garden Admission. While the event is free, Garden admission is to be paid at Garden entry: Adults – $6, Seniors (age 62+) – $4, Students with ID – $4, Children (ages 4 to 12) – $2, Children (3 and under) – FREE, Members – FREE.* Register HERE *Not…
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Monthly Walking Tour Series: Tulips, Roses & Wampum – The Seal of Queens in Flowers
On this walking tour of the Garden explore the botanical heritage of Queens through its Native American, Dutch & English colonial histories! $10 Non-Member / $8 Member* / Free with Urban Advantage Student +3 Voucher Registration required. CLICK HERE to register. *Not yet a Member? Starting at just $40, Membership gets you discounts on select programs, year-round FREE garden admission, parking passes and discounts, reciprocal admissions benefits at over 300 gardens, and more. To become a Member and start enjoying all…
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Flower Patch
Visit our Flower Patch on the Farm for an intimate experience among spring flowers! Sundays, April 18, April 25, May 2, and May 9 (Mother's Day)! Unique floral and garden creature installations transform the QBG Farm into a fantastic flower spectacle creating an immersive environment and stunning backdrop for photos. Pick your own pot of flowers to take home with you, and a floral themed grab-and-go craft activity kit. Timed ticket fee includes general Garden admission and entry to the…
Find out more »Compost Build Volunteer Days
Join the NYC Compost Project staff on our epic compost build days! Volunteers will experience a large-scale compost operation and get firsthand experience building a compost windrow. Volunteers will help empty bins of food scraps, remove contaminates, chop whole foods, and assist to maintain a clean space, all while having great conversations and a fun time. Tip: This is a recommended event to attend if you are also interested in becoming a Compost seasonal volunteer. Click here to register! Available…
Find out more »Farm Volunteer Days
Join our QBG Farm expert to prepare our raised farm beds for planting by weeding, raking and mulching them. The produce we grow will be distributed to food pantries to support our communities with food relief. Volunteers can learn out how to foster a farm ecosystem and grow healthy crops! Tasks include: Raking leaves Weeding Prepping Raised Beds Click HERE to register! Tuesdays and Thursdays, April through July, 9:30am-12:30pm
Find out more »Horticulture Volunteer Day
Help keep Queens Botanical Garden clean, green, and growing! Join QBG's horticulture staff for an engaging event where you will learn gardening basics and work hands-on with plants. Make new friends and put your green thumb to good use in a variety of seasonal projects, including weeding, watering, pruning, planting, mulching, and more! Explore the beauty of QBG’s ever-changing scenery as our flowers bloom, trees grow, and community comes together. Click HERE to register. TIP: Great event to attend if…
Find out more »Compost Bagging Community Volunteer Days
Join the NYC Compost Project Staff prep for our compost giveaway events. Volunteers will support staff sift and bag finished compost, have great conversations, and learn about the QBG composting process. This is an outdoor event, please dress warmly, wear sunscreen, bring water or snacks, and dress comfortably. QBG staff will provide gloves. FREE. Registration required. Click here to register! Available dates: February 11, 17, 18; March 18, 23, 25
Find out more »Corporate Volunteer Day – Compost
Volunteering at the Garden is a great way to foster teamwork, enjoy nature, support environmental sustainability in the community, and discover a hidden jewel in your city! This special Earth Week event is an opportunity to help bag compost in preparation for our spring compost giveback events. Click HERE to inquire. TIP: Add a picnic lunch or a happy hour featuring local Flushing culinary delights to celebrate your hard work in the beauty of the Garden. Groups of up to…
Find out more »Corporate Volunteer Day
Volunteering at the Garden is a great way to foster teamwork, enjoy nature, support environmental sustainability in the community, and discover a hidden jewel in your city! We partner with corporate groups to accomplish horticulture projects that keep our Garden clean, green, and growing. Click HERE to inquire. TIP: Add a picnic lunch or a happy hour featuring local Flushing culinary delights to celebrate your hard work in the beauty of the Garden. Groups of up to 15 participants: $1,000
Find out more »Farm Volunteer Days
Join our QBG Farm expert to prepare our raised farm beds for planting by weeding, raking and mulching them. The produce we grow will be distributed to food pantries to support our communities with food relief. Volunteers can learn out how to foster a farm ecosystem and grow healthy crops! Tasks include: Raking leaves Weeding Prepping Raised Beds Click HERE to register! Tuesdays and Thursdays, April through July, 9:30am-12:30pm
Find out more »Compost Bagging Community Volunteer Days
Join the NYC Compost Project Staff prep for our compost giveaway events. Volunteers will support staff sift and bag finished compost, have great conversations, and learn about the QBG composting process. This is an outdoor event, please dress warmly, wear sunscreen, bring water or snacks, and dress comfortably. QBG staff will provide gloves. FREE. Registration required. Click here to register! Available dates: February 11, 17, 18; March 18, 23, 25
Find out more »Corporate Volunteer Day – Compost
Volunteering at the Garden is a great way to foster teamwork, enjoy nature, support environmental sustainability in the community, and discover a hidden jewel in your city! This special Earth Week event is an opportunity to help bag compost in preparation for our spring compost giveback events. Click HERE to inquire. TIP: Add a picnic lunch or a happy hour featuring local Flushing culinary delights to celebrate your hard work in the beauty of the Garden. Groups of up to…
Find out more »Compost Bagging Community Volunteer Days
Join the NYC Compost Project Staff prep for our compost giveaway events. Volunteers will support staff sift and bag finished compost, have great conversations, and learn about the QBG composting process. This is an outdoor event, please dress warmly, wear sunscreen, bring water or snacks, and dress comfortably. QBG staff will provide gloves. FREE. Registration required. Click here to register! Available dates: February 11, 17, 18; March 18, 23, 25
Find out more »Corporate Volunteer Day – Compost
Volunteering at the Garden is a great way to foster teamwork, enjoy nature, support environmental sustainability in the community, and discover a hidden jewel in your city! This special Earth Week event is an opportunity to help bag compost in preparation for our spring compost giveback events. Click HERE to inquire. TIP: Add a picnic lunch or a happy hour featuring local Flushing culinary delights to celebrate your hard work in the beauty of the Garden. Groups of up to…
Find out more »Flower Patch
Visit our Flower Patch on the Farm for an intimate experience among spring flowers! Sundays, April 18, April 25, May 2, and May 9 (Mother's Day)! Unique floral and garden creature installations transform the QBG Farm into a fantastic flower spectacle creating an immersive environment and stunning backdrop for photos. Pick your own pot of flowers to take home with you, and a floral themed grab-and-go craft activity kit. Timed ticket fee includes general Garden admission and entry to the…
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Greenhouse Gossip: Herb Gardens (Virtual Workshop)
Join us for our Greenhouse Gossip series where we focus on a different plant topic each month through plant care demonstrations, activities, and discussions. In April we are focused on herb gardening, come ready with your own questions! $10 Non-Member / $8 Member* / Free with Urban Advantage Student +3 Voucher Registration required. CLICK HERE to register. *Not yet a Member? Starting at just $40, Membership gets you discounts on select programs, year-round FREE garden admission, parking passes and discounts, reciprocal…
Find out more »Compost Build Volunteer Days
Join the NYC Compost Project staff on our epic compost build days! Volunteers will experience a large-scale compost operation and get firsthand experience building a compost windrow. Volunteers will help empty bins of food scraps, remove contaminates, chop whole foods, and assist to maintain a clean space, all while having great conversations and a fun time. Tip: This is a recommended event to attend if you are also interested in becoming a Compost seasonal volunteer. Click here to register! Available…
Find out more »Farm Volunteer Days
Join our QBG Farm expert to prepare our raised farm beds for planting by weeding, raking and mulching them. The produce we grow will be distributed to food pantries to support our communities with food relief. Volunteers can learn out how to foster a farm ecosystem and grow healthy crops! Tasks include: Raking leaves Weeding Prepping Raised Beds Click HERE to register! Tuesdays and Thursdays, April through July, 9:30am-12:30pm
Find out more »Horticulture Volunteer Day
Help keep Queens Botanical Garden clean, green, and growing! Join QBG's horticulture staff for an engaging event where you will learn gardening basics and work hands-on with plants. Make new friends and put your green thumb to good use in a variety of seasonal projects, including weeding, watering, pruning, planting, mulching, and more! Explore the beauty of QBG’s ever-changing scenery as our flowers bloom, trees grow, and community comes together. Click HERE to register. TIP: Great event to attend if…
Find out more »Corporate Volunteer Day
Volunteering at the Garden is a great way to foster teamwork, enjoy nature, support environmental sustainability in the community, and discover a hidden jewel in your city! We partner with corporate groups to accomplish horticulture projects that keep our Garden clean, green, and growing. Click HERE to inquire. TIP: Add a picnic lunch or a happy hour featuring local Flushing culinary delights to celebrate your hard work in the beauty of the Garden. Groups of up to 15 participants: $1,000
Find out more »Farm Volunteer Days
Join our QBG Farm expert to prepare our raised farm beds for planting by weeding, raking and mulching them. The produce we grow will be distributed to food pantries to support our communities with food relief. Volunteers can learn out how to foster a farm ecosystem and grow healthy crops! Tasks include: Raking leaves Weeding Prepping Raised Beds Click HERE to register! Tuesdays and Thursdays, April through July, 9:30am-12:30pm
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Compost Giveback Event (SOLD OUT)
It’s time to get your garden started and we're giving away FREE compost to celebrate! The NYC Compost Project Hosted by Queens Botanical Garden is giving away FREE compost! Staff will be present to assist and load 7.5 gallon bags of compost into your vehicle. The compost is made from residential food scraps collected locally and processed at QBG. Limit of 5 bags per registrant. This event takes place in QBG’s Parking Garden at 42-80 Crommelin Street, Flushing, NY. Compost is…
Find out more »May 2021
Spring Bird Walk with NYC Audubon (SOLD OUT)
In this special series with NYC Audubon, spot and identify creatures of flight and learn how Queens Botanical Garden provides important resources for birds—like water, shelter, and insects to eat. Included in Garden Admission. While the event is free, Garden admission is to be paid at Garden entry: Adults – $6, Seniors (age 62+) – $4, Students with ID – $4, Children (ages 4 to 12) – $2, Children (3 and under) – FREE, Members – FREE.* Register HERE *Not…
Find out more »Flower Patch
Visit our Flower Patch on the Farm for an intimate experience among spring flowers! Sundays, April 18, April 25, May 2, and May 9 (Mother's Day)! Unique floral and garden creature installations transform the QBG Farm into a fantastic flower spectacle creating an immersive environment and stunning backdrop for photos. Pick your own pot of flowers to take home with you, and a floral themed grab-and-go craft activity kit. Timed ticket fee includes general Garden admission and entry to the…
Find out more »Walking Tour: Intro to Citizen Science with Genspace
This month, we’re teaming up with Genspace to explore urban biodiversity! Join us as we participate in the City Nature Challenge (CNC), a bioblitz that mobilizes people around the world to observe and identify the biodiversity in their own backyards. Let’s seek out all the amazing plants and animals that call QBG home. $10 Non-Member / $8 Member* / Free with Urban Advantage Student +3 Voucher Registration required. Includes general Garden admission. CLICK HERE for tickets.
Find out more »Compost Build Volunteer Days
Join the NYC Compost Project staff on our epic compost build days! Volunteers will experience a large-scale compost operation and get firsthand experience building a compost windrow. Volunteers will help empty bins of food scraps, remove contaminates, chop whole foods, and assist to maintain a clean space, all while having great conversations and a fun time. Tip: This is a recommended event to attend if you are also interested in becoming a Compost seasonal volunteer. Click here to register! Available…
Find out more »Farm Volunteer Days
Join our QBG Farm expert to prepare our raised farm beds for planting by weeding, raking and mulching them. The produce we grow will be distributed to food pantries to support our communities with food relief. Volunteers can learn out how to foster a farm ecosystem and grow healthy crops! Tasks include: Raking leaves Weeding Prepping Raised Beds Click HERE to register! Tuesdays and Thursdays, April through July, 9:30am-12:30pm
Find out more »Horticulture Volunteer Day
Help keep Queens Botanical Garden clean, green, and growing! Join QBG's horticulture staff for an engaging event where you will learn gardening basics and work hands-on with plants. Make new friends and put your green thumb to good use in a variety of seasonal projects, including weeding, watering, pruning, planting, mulching, and more! Explore the beauty of QBG’s ever-changing scenery as our flowers bloom, trees grow, and community comes together. Click HERE to register. TIP: Great event to attend if…
Find out more »Corporate Volunteer Day
Volunteering at the Garden is a great way to foster teamwork, enjoy nature, support environmental sustainability in the community, and discover a hidden jewel in your city! We partner with corporate groups to accomplish horticulture projects that keep our Garden clean, green, and growing. Click HERE to inquire. TIP: Add a picnic lunch or a happy hour featuring local Flushing culinary delights to celebrate your hard work in the beauty of the Garden. Groups of up to 15 participants: $1,000
Find out more »Farm Volunteer Days
Join our QBG Farm expert to prepare our raised farm beds for planting by weeding, raking and mulching them. The produce we grow will be distributed to food pantries to support our communities with food relief. Volunteers can learn out how to foster a farm ecosystem and grow healthy crops! Tasks include: Raking leaves Weeding Prepping Raised Beds Click HERE to register! Tuesdays and Thursdays, April through July, 9:30am-12:30pm
Find out more »Mother’s Day Floral Design Workshop
For Mother's Day, learn the art of hand gathering bouquets for a fresh-from-the-garden look! This workshop makes a great gift for Mom. Each participant will take a bouquet home. All materials provided. Recommended for adults and children ages 10+ (accompanied by participating adult). $40 Non-Member / $30 Member Includes Garden admission. Registration required. CLICK HERE to register. *Not yet a Member? Starting at just $40, Membership gets you discounts on select programs, year-round FREE garden admission--including on festival days!--and gift…
Find out more »Flower Patch
Visit our Flower Patch on the Farm for an intimate experience among spring flowers! Sundays, April 18, April 25, May 2, and May 9 (Mother's Day)! Unique floral and garden creature installations transform the QBG Farm into a fantastic flower spectacle creating an immersive environment and stunning backdrop for photos. Pick your own pot of flowers to take home with you, and a floral themed grab-and-go craft activity kit. Timed ticket fee includes general Garden admission and entry to the…
Find out more »Compost Build Volunteer Days
Join the NYC Compost Project staff on our epic compost build days! Volunteers will experience a large-scale compost operation and get firsthand experience building a compost windrow. Volunteers will help empty bins of food scraps, remove contaminates, chop whole foods, and assist to maintain a clean space, all while having great conversations and a fun time. Tip: This is a recommended event to attend if you are also interested in becoming a Compost seasonal volunteer. Click here to register! Available…
Find out more »Farm Volunteer Days
Join our QBG Farm expert to prepare our raised farm beds for planting by weeding, raking and mulching them. The produce we grow will be distributed to food pantries to support our communities with food relief. Volunteers can learn out how to foster a farm ecosystem and grow healthy crops! Tasks include: Raking leaves Weeding Prepping Raised Beds Click HERE to register! Tuesdays and Thursdays, April through July, 9:30am-12:30pm
Find out more »Corporate Volunteer Day
Volunteering at the Garden is a great way to foster teamwork, enjoy nature, support environmental sustainability in the community, and discover a hidden jewel in your city! We partner with corporate groups to accomplish horticulture projects that keep our Garden clean, green, and growing. Click HERE to inquire. TIP: Add a picnic lunch or a happy hour featuring local Flushing culinary delights to celebrate your hard work in the beauty of the Garden. Groups of up to 15 participants: $1,000
Find out more »Farm Volunteer Days
Join our QBG Farm expert to prepare our raised farm beds for planting by weeding, raking and mulching them. The produce we grow will be distributed to food pantries to support our communities with food relief. Volunteers can learn out how to foster a farm ecosystem and grow healthy crops! Tasks include: Raking leaves Weeding Prepping Raised Beds Click HERE to register! Tuesdays and Thursdays, April through July, 9:30am-12:30pm
Find out more »Horticulture Volunteer Day
Help keep Queens Botanical Garden clean, green, and growing! Join QBG's horticulture staff for an engaging event where you will learn gardening basics and work hands-on with plants. Make new friends and put your green thumb to good use in a variety of seasonal projects, including weeding, watering, pruning, planting, mulching, and more! Explore the beauty of QBG’s ever-changing scenery as our flowers bloom, trees grow, and community comes together. Click HERE to register. TIP: Great event to attend if…
Find out more »Community Horticulture Volunteer Day
Roll up your sleeves and keep QBG clean and green! Led by QBG staff, volunteers will participate in a variety of gardening activities. Click HERE to register. TIP: Kick off our volunteer season on Saturday March 27 with March for the Earth, a day all about supporting flowering trees at the Garden. Great event to attend if you are interested in becoming a horticulture seasonal volunteer.
Find out more »Compost Build Volunteer Days
Join the NYC Compost Project staff on our epic compost build days! Volunteers will experience a large-scale compost operation and get firsthand experience building a compost windrow. Volunteers will help empty bins of food scraps, remove contaminates, chop whole foods, and assist to maintain a clean space, all while having great conversations and a fun time. Tip: This is a recommended event to attend if you are also interested in becoming a Compost seasonal volunteer. Click here to register! Available…
Find out more »Farm Volunteer Days
Join our QBG Farm expert to prepare our raised farm beds for planting by weeding, raking and mulching them. The produce we grow will be distributed to food pantries to support our communities with food relief. Volunteers can learn out how to foster a farm ecosystem and grow healthy crops! Tasks include: Raking leaves Weeding Prepping Raised Beds Click HERE to register! Tuesdays and Thursdays, April through July, 9:30am-12:30pm
Find out more »Corporate Volunteer Day
Volunteering at the Garden is a great way to foster teamwork, enjoy nature, support environmental sustainability in the community, and discover a hidden jewel in your city! We partner with corporate groups to accomplish horticulture projects that keep our Garden clean, green, and growing. Click HERE to inquire. TIP: Add a picnic lunch or a happy hour featuring local Flushing culinary delights to celebrate your hard work in the beauty of the Garden. Groups of up to 15 participants: $1,000
Find out more »Farm Volunteer Days
Join our QBG Farm expert to prepare our raised farm beds for planting by weeding, raking and mulching them. The produce we grow will be distributed to food pantries to support our communities with food relief. Volunteers can learn out how to foster a farm ecosystem and grow healthy crops! Tasks include: Raking leaves Weeding Prepping Raised Beds Click HERE to register! Tuesdays and Thursdays, April through July, 9:30am-12:30pm
Find out more »Compost Build Volunteer Days
Join the NYC Compost Project staff on our epic compost build days! Volunteers will experience a large-scale compost operation and get firsthand experience building a compost windrow. Volunteers will help empty bins of food scraps, remove contaminates, chop whole foods, and assist to maintain a clean space, all while having great conversations and a fun time. Tip: This is a recommended event to attend if you are also interested in becoming a Compost seasonal volunteer. Click here to register! Available…
Find out more »Farm Volunteer Days
Join our QBG Farm expert to prepare our raised farm beds for planting by weeding, raking and mulching them. The produce we grow will be distributed to food pantries to support our communities with food relief. Volunteers can learn out how to foster a farm ecosystem and grow healthy crops! Tasks include: Raking leaves Weeding Prepping Raised Beds Click HERE to register! Tuesdays and Thursdays, April through July, 9:30am-12:30pm
Find out more »Corporate Volunteer Day
Volunteering at the Garden is a great way to foster teamwork, enjoy nature, support environmental sustainability in the community, and discover a hidden jewel in your city! We partner with corporate groups to accomplish horticulture projects that keep our Garden clean, green, and growing. Click HERE to inquire. TIP: Add a picnic lunch or a happy hour featuring local Flushing culinary delights to celebrate your hard work in the beauty of the Garden. Groups of up to 15 participants: $1,000
Find out more »Farm Volunteer Days
Join our QBG Farm expert to prepare our raised farm beds for planting by weeding, raking and mulching them. The produce we grow will be distributed to food pantries to support our communities with food relief. Volunteers can learn out how to foster a farm ecosystem and grow healthy crops! Tasks include: Raking leaves Weeding Prepping Raised Beds Click HERE to register! Tuesdays and Thursdays, April through July, 9:30am-12:30pm
Find out more »Compost Build Volunteer Days
Join the NYC Compost Project staff on our epic compost build days! Volunteers will experience a large-scale compost operation and get firsthand experience building a compost windrow. Volunteers will help empty bins of food scraps, remove contaminates, chop whole foods, and assist to maintain a clean space, all while having great conversations and a fun time. Tip: This is a recommended event to attend if you are also interested in becoming a Compost seasonal volunteer. Click here to register! Available…
Find out more »June 2021
Farm Volunteer Days
Join our QBG Farm expert to prepare our raised farm beds for planting by weeding, raking and mulching them. The produce we grow will be distributed to food pantries to support our communities with food relief. Volunteers can learn out how to foster a farm ecosystem and grow healthy crops! Tasks include: Raking leaves Weeding Prepping Raised Beds Click HERE to register! Tuesdays and Thursdays, April through July, 9:30am-12:30pm
Find out more »Horticulture Volunteer Day
Help keep Queens Botanical Garden clean, green, and growing! Join QBG's horticulture staff for an engaging event where you will learn gardening basics and work hands-on with plants. Make new friends and put your green thumb to good use in a variety of seasonal projects, including weeding, watering, pruning, planting, mulching, and more! Explore the beauty of QBG’s ever-changing scenery as our flowers bloom, trees grow, and community comes together. Click HERE to register. TIP: Great event to attend if…
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