Queens Botanical Garden
February 2019
February Break Family Programs: George Washington Carver Workshop
Called the “Wizard of Tuskegee,” Dr. George Washington Carver made significant contributions in the field of botany. Learn how plants played a very important role in his early life and later achievements. Students will follow in Dr. Carver’s steps, using plants to paint and to create a healing lotion to take home. Registration required. Click here to purchase tickets. Drop-ins are welcome upon availability. Ticket includes one child. Please purchase separate tickets for multiple children. These are not drop-off programs;…
Find out more »February Break Family Programs: Storytime & Craft
Bring your little gardeners and nature lovers to QBG for a relaxing winter afternoon featuring nature-inspired stories, followed by a botanically-themed craft activity. Recommended for ages 10 and under. Drop-in. Free. TIP: Spend the day at the Garden! Check out QBG's Art in the Garden exhibition, "Organic Emergence," at the Visitor & Administration Building Gallery. Free.
Find out more »February Break Family Programs: Bugging Out!
Bugs are all around us! Come explore the world of bugs by examining the parts of a squirmy earthworm, creating your own insect, and searching for bug homes in the Woodland. Registration required. Click here to purchase tickets. Drop-ins are welcome upon availability. Ticket includes one child. Please purchase separate tickets for multiple children. These are not drop-off programs; each child must be accompanied by one adult. TIP: Spend the day at the Garden! Check out QBG's Art in the…
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Art in the Garden Closing Reception & Artist Talk: Organic Emergence
Take one last look at Organic Emergence, meet the artist, and join us for a closing reception. The Artist Talk will take place 4 to 4:30pm. Registration required. Click here for tickets.
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Start Your Summer Veggies Workshop
Cultivate your green thumb at QBG with resident plant expert Fred Gerber in an introductory workshop on how to start your summer vegetables indoors. Participants take home a starter garden! Registration required. Drop-ins welcome upon availability. Click here to purchase tickets. TIP: Spend the day at the Garden! Be sure to check out QBG's "What to See, What to Do" guide for where to find notable plants out in the Garden: queensbotanical.org/what-to-do-see
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Hanging Planter Macramé Workshop
Learn the basics of macramé, textile produced by knotting. Join Melissa Taylor of terra + twine to learn how to design your own piece. This class will focus on creating a hanging planter. QBG will provide a selection of ideal plants for you to design your piece around! Recommended for adults and children ages 10+ (accompanied by participating adult). Registration required. Drop-ins welcome upon availability. Click here to purchase tickets. TIP: Spend the day at the Garden! Be sure to…
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Evening Cocktail & Craft: Rainforest Terrarium
Create your own rainforest with miniature tropical plants in a closed glass container. Enjoy a tropical cocktail while you plant your tiny ecosystem. All materials provided. Adults 21+ only. Registration required. Drop-ins welcome upon availability. Click here to purchase tickets. TIP: Book ahead for more cocktails and crafts! Indigo Shibori: Thursday, April 11 Macrame Planter: Thursday, May 9
Find out more »Children’s Garden Open House
Join us for our FREE annual Open House, and get your hands dirty with planting activities and garden crafts: see how worms wiggle, touch and discover the QBG plant collection, create your own tasty and healthy trail mix, plant your own seedling in the Children's Garden, or do a garden-wide scavenger hunt. Learn about all the outstanding garden and nature programs we have for children ages 2 to 14. This event takes place both indoors and outdoors. Registration required: 2019childrensgardenoh.eventbrite.com Children's…
Find out more »Start Your Summer Veggies Workshop
Cultivate your green thumb at QBG with resident plant expert Fred Gerber in an introductory workshop on how to start your summer vegetables indoors. Participants take home a starter garden! Registration required. Drop-ins welcome upon availability. Click here to purchase tickets. TIP: Spend the day at the Garden! Be sure to check out QBG's "What to See, What to Do" guide for where to find notable plants out in the Garden: queensbotanical.org/what-to-do-see
Find out more »Art in the Garden: In Full Bloom
In Full Bloom presents the work of three artists, Darya Warner, Amber Vittoria, and Jamie Pesavento, who create work inspired by the shape and form of flowers and bodies in nature. On exhibit March 29 through September 1. March 29 through March 31: 8am to 4pm April through October: Tuesdays through Sundays, 8am to 5pm Drop-in. Located in QBG's Visitor & Administration Building Art Gallery during Garden open hours. Free through March; free with Garden admission April through October. Stay…
Find out more »April 2019
Corporate Volunteer Day – Book Today!
Perfect for a Corporate Volunteer Day or team-building activity! Attention Companies! We can tailor an experience for your group involving a hands-on seasonal work activity. Complete your package with great add-ons such as lunch, happy hour, professional photography to capture your team’s service or social experience, and more. Activities generally take place 9am to 12pm or 1 to 4pm on weekdays. Recommended for a group of 20 individuals. To learn more and book today, go to www.queensbotanical.org/corporate-volunteer
Find out more »Corporate Volunteer Day – Book Today!
Perfect for a Corporate Volunteer Day or team-building activity! Attention Companies! We can tailor an experience for your group involving a hands-on seasonal work activity. Complete your package with great add-ons such as lunch, happy hour, professional photography to capture your team’s service or social experience, and more. Activities generally take place 9am to 12pm or 1 to 4pm on weekdays. Recommended for a group of 20 individuals. To learn more and book today, go to www.queensbotanical.org/corporate-volunteer
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Music in the Garden: Quintet of the Americas
Save the date. More details coming soon!
Find out more »Corporate Volunteer Day – Book Today!
Perfect for a Corporate Volunteer Day or team-building activity! Attention Companies! We can tailor an experience for your group involving a hands-on seasonal work activity. Complete your package with great add-ons such as lunch, happy hour, professional photography to capture your team’s service or social experience, and more. Activities generally take place 9am to 12pm or 1 to 4pm on weekdays. Recommended for a group of 20 individuals. To learn more and book today, go to www.queensbotanical.org/corporate-volunteer
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Arbor Fest
Save the date! It's a fun-filled celebration of trees and the environment at QBG's Arbor Fest! Enjoy a variety of activities for all ages, such as: BEER & WINE GARDEN • LAWN GAMES • BAR TRIVIA • BOTANICAL DEMOS • GARDENING ACTIVITIES & CRAFTS
Find out more »May 2019
Daffodil Dash
Run, walk, or push a stroller while you enjoy the spring flowers! All proceeds benefit the educational programs of Queens Botanical Garden.
Find out more »Corporate Volunteer Day – Book Today!
Perfect for a Corporate Volunteer Day or team-building activity! Attention Companies! We can tailor an experience for your group involving a hands-on seasonal work activity. Complete your package with great add-ons such as lunch, happy hour, professional photography to capture your team’s service or social experience, and more. Activities generally take place 9am to 12pm or 1 to 4pm on weekdays. Recommended for a group of 20 individuals. To learn more and book today, go to www.queensbotanical.org/corporate-volunteer
Find out more »Corporate Volunteer Day – Book Today!
Perfect for a Corporate Volunteer Day or team-building activity! Attention Companies! We can tailor an experience for your group involving a hands-on seasonal work activity. Complete your package with great add-ons such as lunch, happy hour, professional photography to capture your team’s service or social experience, and more. Activities generally take place 9am to 12pm or 1 to 4pm on weekdays. Recommended for a group of 20 individuals. To learn more and book today, go to www.queensbotanical.org/corporate-volunteer
Find out more »Corporate Volunteer Day – Book Today!
Perfect for a Corporate Volunteer Day or team-building activity! Attention Companies! We can tailor an experience for your group involving a hands-on seasonal work activity. Complete your package with great add-ons such as lunch, happy hour, professional photography to capture your team’s service or social experience, and more. Activities generally take place 9am to 12pm or 1 to 4pm on weekdays. Recommended for a group of 20 individuals. To learn more and book today, go to www.queensbotanical.org/corporate-volunteer
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