Looking for a safe place for the kids to have an adventure filled afternoon?
Come the the Gardens for an exciting Summer Garden Safari!
Choose from the following exciting programs:
(all programs are for ages 4-12)
The Art of Plants
What does art have to do with plant science? Students discover the similarities between art and science and explore how botanical illustration is an artistic form that requires scientific understanding. Through observation and investigation, students create their own works of art using plants as their inspiration.
Passport to the Garden
The garden is a cool place to explore, and on this adventure we'll see it all! Arts, crafts, games, and science activities will help us discover what makes this place so special.
Garden Tales
Why are plants so important in our lives? After hearing the story of "Jack's Garden", children will consider how plants can be home & food for mn ay creatures. Activities include a story, garden walk and a planting to take home.
Summer Garden Safaris include:
- 1 1/2 hour program
- Instruction from a Children's Educator
- An hour long adventure in the Gardens hunting for plants and pollinators
- A culminating classroom activity with a planting to take home
- The opportunity to utilize all of the senses and gain a better understanding of the world of plants
Program information and costs:
- Programs are available from mid June through mid August for children ages 4 - 12.
- Cost is $4.50 per child with a minimum registration of 15 children. Maximum registration is 60.
- A $50.00 non-refundable deposit is required at the time of your reservation. All remaining fees are payable on the day of the program either by check or credit card.
- Final registration count is due two weeks in advance of the program. If a final count is not received and the number of children is less than the original estimated count, the facility will be charged for the greater number.
- Picnic area are located on the grounds. Please let us know if you will be picnicking.
- Programs are conducted through the Friends of Boerner Botanical Gardens. Programming is held in the Education & Visitors Center in the event of inclement weather.
Call or e-mail to schedule your program:
Phone: 414-525-5659
E-Mail: scheduling@fbbg.org
