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25th Anniversary Symposia

The Garden remembers its commitment to community development and education in its anniversary year with the 25th Anniverary Symposia series. Nationally-renowned speakers will engage audiences on a variety of topics resonant with the Garden’s mission. Click here full details on the Symposia.

Upcoming topics include:

Timeless Design in a Sustainable World (The Charles Gillette Forum) (October 28 & 29)

 

Butterflies LIVE!

The hugely popular Butterflies LIVE! (May 22-Oct. 11, 2009) exhibit returns to the North Wing of the Conservatory in 2009 -- this time featuring exotic tropical butterflies. With generous support from the Robins Foundation, Butterflies LIVE! will serve as the centerpiece for community celebrations and special events for the Garden’s 25th Anniversary.

The North Wing of the Conservatory will be filled with hundreds of the jewel-winged beauties. Walk in the midst of the delicate creatures, and learn their life cycle by watching as butterflies emerge from chrysalides and “dry and exercise” their wings – a process taking up to two hours before the butterfly is ready to fly. The butterflies tend to be most active on clear, sunny days, so you may want to plan your visit accordingly.

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Plus, Butterflies LIVE! is FREE on Saturday, July 4th

Join us for an All-American Celebration: Butterflies are Free!

Free Garden admission for all on this day only!!! Guests are invited to wear red, white and blue and bring wagons and strollers to decorate for a “parade” from the Visitors Center to the Children’s Garden – where they can enjoy music, WaterPlay and fun activities. Butterflies LIVE! continues; watch tropical butterflies in every stage of metamorphosis in the North Wing of the Conservatory. This event is made possible with generous support from the Robins Foundation.

25th Anniversary Group Tours

We would love to host your group for a special 25th Anniversary group tour celebrating and exploring the Garden's history.