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  • Botanical Blues 2

    Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

    January 5 to March 30, 2025. Shows start at 3 pm. Your favorite Sunday Blues in Des Moines is BACK! January 19 Weary Ramblers Sponsored by Nationwide

  • Succulent Needle Felting

    Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

    Learn the art of needle-felting! You'll learn techniques to create beautiful felted wool art in a casual, relaxed environment in this beginner-friendly workshop. Follow along step-by-step, or create freely with a rainbow of colors! All tools and supplies will be provided for use during the workshop, including a 4” hoop for framing your work. Led by artist Megan Hammer, www.meganhammer.com. Ages 12+. $51 Members | $60 Nonmembers Register Here

  • Yoga in the Garden

    Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

    Take some time to relax and re-center yourself in the Botanical Garden’s lush conservatory. Whether you are a yoga expert or looking to try something new, this is the perfect class for you. Don’t forget to bring your yoga mat and water bottle. Due to limited capacity, preregistration is required. Age 16+ $17 Members | $20 Nonmembers Register Here

  • Water color palette beside water color of a leaf.

    Botanical Watercolor

    Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

    Explore essential techniques used in traditional botanical watercolor painting. Learn about the different brushes, paper, and paints and how to properly load a brush with color for flat washes, graded washes, and dry brush techniques. Then, choose a plant to transfer and paint a copy of it. Registration required. Ages 12+. $34 Members | $40 Nonmembers Class is full WAITLIST HERE

  • Dome After Dark

    Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

    January 3 to March 28, 2025. 6-10 pm every Friday Night. Light up your Friday Nights at Dome After Dark at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden where the weather is warm and the vibe is chill. Extend your weekend in our warm, tropical urban oasis filled with lights, music and refreshment. Get your tickets now or at the door.  

  • Marimo Moss Ball Drop In

    Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

    Marimo moss balls are unique, easy to care for, and so cute! Create and decorate a tiny aquarium for your own miniature marimo moss balls. $10 fee per project. No registration required. Available while supplies last.

  • Learn on Saturdays

    Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

    Each week features an expert speaker and gives you the chance to enjoy the warm, tropical setting of the Botanical Garden. Growing as a gardener during the winter will result in amazing home gardens in the summer. January 25 – Healthy Lawns, Healthy People by Brittany Latch and Kamryn Waymire Price per Saturday Jan 25 – March 1 $12 member | $18 nonmember Tickets include in-person, virtual, and recorded viewing options. REGISTER HERE

  • Botanical Blues

    Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

    January 5 to March 30, 2025. Shows start at 1 pm. Your favorite Sunday Blues in Des Moines is BACK! January 26 Heath Alan Sponsored by Nationwide

  • Botanical Blues 2

    Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

    January 5 to March 30, 2025. Shows start at 3 pm. Your favorite Sunday Blues in Des Moines is BACK! January 26 Heath Alan Sponsored by Nationwide

  • Botany Book Club January

    Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

    What is better than books and botany? Each month during the program, read a book with us about or involving plants. Start your year off right by joining other botanical book lovers for discussions and refreshments while immersed in the beauty of the Garden. Registration includes onsite book club meetings in the lush conservatory and refreshments. Registration does not include books. Ages 12+. We encourage purchasing from local bookstores: Beaverdale Books | Wandering Raccoon Books | Reading in Public Bookstore + Cafe | Storyhouse Bookpub Jan 27 The Serviceberry: Abundance and Reciprocity in the Natural World, Robin Wall Kimmerer $10 Members | $15 Nonmembers Register Here

  • Sip and Stroll 1

    Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

    Celebrate the season with a glass of wine and a walk through the Botanical Garden. Learn about what is in bloom, what is coming soon, and timely updates from our director of horticulture, Aaron Harpold. All participants must be at least 21 years of age. $17 Members | $20 Nonmembers Register Here

  • Sip and Stroll 2

    Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

    Celebrate the season with a glass of wine and a walk through the Botanical Garden. Learn about what is in bloom, what is coming soon, and timely updates from our director of horticulture, Aaron Harpold. All participants must be at least 21 years of age. $17 Members | $20 Nonmembers Register Here