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Gardener's Notes

The Children's Garden is a lively place in the summer. Families have many opportunities to explore the Garden together this season, including Drop in and Dig on Wednesday mornings, and Families After 5 on Tuesday evenings. Come learn together!

 

Self Directed Activities

Kid Quest | Year Round

Investigation Stations | Daily April - November

Drop in and Dig | Wednesdays April - November

 

Green Hour | Bi-Monthly April - October

 

Good Green Fun | Monthly April - October

 

Jammin' | Monthly April - October

 

Click here to learn more about Self Directed Activities in the Children's Garden.

 

Independent Garden Exploration for Groups

Monday-Friday, 9:00, 10:15, 11:30am, 1:00 and 3:00pm through September 15.
Weekend times are available on request.

Develop observational and listening skills, learn about plants, marvel at nature, and relax in a beautiful setting as your group independently explores our diverse Gardens.

To schedule your group or obtain additional information call the registrar at 804 262-9887 ext 322.

Click here for the Children's Garden Group Information Guide

 

Family Workshops

Garden Pollinators I Saturday July 18, 10- 11:30am

 

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Special Events

Families After Five I Tuesday Evenings, June 2- August 25

5-9pm, Free with Garden Admission

 

Relax and unwind after work with your family in the Children's Garden with extended hours until 9pm. Water Play remains open until 8:30pm.

 

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Special Exhibits

Butterflies Live! I May 22- October 11

 

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Green Adventures

Green Adventures are week long summer day camp programs for preschool and elementary students. At these camps, your children will have the perfect opportunity to experience the wonder and importance of the natural world.

Click here to learn more about Green Adventures

 

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