Join us for a fun, interactive story time that explores nature and plants. During each program participants will enjoy stories and an activity based on the week’s theme. Story Sprouts is geared toward children ages two to five. Included with general admission.
This class will introduce to the wonders of using leaves, flowers, barks, seeds and berries into a range of bases for non-alcoholic drinks. Recipes, demonstrations and tastings included. Pre registration is required. Age 12+ Members $42.50, Nonmembers $50 Register Here
Enjoy a sweet night with Katie Flinn, trained honey sommelier and owner of Milk & Honey Orchard and Apiary. Learn about the important botanicals behind the different types of honeys, while tasting and experiencing a variety of unifloral honeys. Includes admission to Music in the Garden. Registration is required. Age 12+ Members $42.50, Nonmembers $50 Register Here
All concerts will be held live and in person in the outdoor Koehn Garden. Doors open at 6 p.m. and music begins at 6:30 p.m. The Botanical Garden will close at 9 p.m., music conclusion time will vary. This is a rain or shine event. In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be moved indoors. Please check our Facebook page for weather related updates. Music in the Garden attendees are encouraged to bring their own folding, outdoor seating, or picnic blankets. These items will also be available for purchase in the Garden Shop. Member Presale Tickets Lineup: Son Peruchos Son Peruchos play a fusion of Andean and South American folk music utilizing traditional instruments such as the zampoña, quena, and charango. This musical group integrates their traditional Andean sound with more modern Latin and Caribbean rhythms such as cumbia, bachata, and rock en español.
Join us for a fun, interactive story time that explores nature and plants. During each program participants will enjoy stories and an activity based on the week’s theme. Story Sprouts is geared toward children ages two to five. Included with general admission.
All concerts will be held live and in person in the outdoor Koehn Garden. Doors open at 6 p.m. and music begins at 6:30 p.m. The Botanical Garden will close at 9 p.m., music conclusion time will vary. This is a rain or shine event. In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be moved indoors. Please check our Facebook page for weather related updates. Music in the Garden attendees are encouraged to bring their own folding, outdoor seating, or picnic blankets. These items will also be available for purchase in the Garden Shop. Member Presale Tickets Lineup: Jana West – Family Night A celebration of POP, Rock and R&B music from the 70s and 80s radio playlist. Designed to make you sway, dance and sing along! Jana West - lead vocal, guitar Tim West - bass guitar, vocals Brian Mamola - keyboards Marty McDonald - drums Check out their tunes HERE In addition to the music, all members of the family can enjoy activity tables, bubbles, chalk, and DIY ribbon wands! Kona Ice of Central Iowa will be on site offering their delicious shaved ice treats for sale to add even more fun for the evening! NOTE Bruce […]
Join us for a fun, interactive story time that explores nature and plants. During each program participants will enjoy stories and an activity based on the week’s theme. Story Sprouts is geared toward children ages two to five. Included with general admission.
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 for Adults No registration required. Available while supplies last.
Each month July through October, read a book with us about or involving plants. Registration includes onsite book club meetings in the lush conservatory and refreshments. Age18+. Registration does not include books. We encourage purchasing from local bookstores: Beaverdale Books | Raccoon River Press | Reading in Public Bookstore + Cafe | Storyhouse Bookpub Members $36 | Nonmembers $45 Register Here
In this class we’ll show you how to press your own flowers from your garden and planters, plus how to put them to use. You’ll also create you very own beautiful framed flower art using a frame and pre-pressed flowers. Registration required. Age12+ Members $34, Nonmembers $40 Register Here
All concerts will be held live and in person in the outdoor Koehn Garden. Doors open at 6 p.m. and music begins at 6:30 p.m. The Botanical Garden will close at 9 p.m., music conclusion time will vary. This is a rain or shine event. In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be moved indoors. Please check our Facebook page for weather related updates. Music in the Garden attendees are encouraged to bring their own folding, outdoor seating, or picnic blankets. These items will also be available for purchase in the Garden Shop. Member Presale Tickets Lineup: Adé & The Soul Brothers Formed in the heart of the Midwest, these talented musicians deliver an array of diverse musical genres ranging from soul, jazz, blues, funk, soft rock, and mainstream R&B.
Join us for a fun, interactive story time that explores nature and plants. During each program participants will enjoy stories and an activity based on the week’s theme. Story Sprouts is geared toward children ages two to five. Included with general admission.