HOTPANTS is an Americana rock band from Richmond, Virginia. Their songs blend southern sass with northern attitude, folk sweetness with classic rock punch, and leave listeners both energized and somehow understood. Founded by singer-songwriter, Mackenzie Roark, Hotpants has taken a life of its own during its 3 year evolution. From playing shows all over the mid-Atlantic, to […]
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Garden admission will be FREE on July 4th to celebrate the holiday. We're excited to be able to offer a day of relaxation and fun with over 50 acres of gardens, beautiful flowers, and our brand-new expanded gardens. The universally-accessible Klaus Family Tree House will be open for all to enjoy, as will Waterway splash pad in […]
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Take an immersive journey through Earth's diverse plant biomes - each distinct in climate, flora, and visual impact. Wander through the stark beauty of the desert, where resilient plants thrive with little water. Step into Mediterranean climates known for food, wine, and fragrances. View the layers of the hot humid tropical rainforest filled with lush […]
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Join Garden Guides Susie Austin and Nancy Crouch for a dive into the life of our benefactor Grace Arents, the ways she transformed Richmond and a rare opportunity to tour the first floor interior of Bloemendaal House, her residence for many years. June 20th is the 100 anniversary of the death of Grace. Her visionary […]
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A big part of floral design is arranging to a space, a theme, or a color palette — but what if the inspiration began with a single unexpected prompt? In Arranging to a Prompt, participants will receive a creative cue — and translate it into a floral composition. The focus is not on replicating a […]
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This class has been rescheduled to Friday, July 10. Instructor Conner Parrish of Bloomistry will open the morning by introducing the timeless art of pressed flowers, exploring its origins and creative possibilities. Participants will learn all about pressed botanicals, including step-by-step techniques for pressing their own flowers to use in future botanical crafts. They’ll then […]
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Storytime in the Garden will run every Friday and Saturday at 10 am, February through October in 2026. Please join us, rain or shine, to help build early and nature literacy by reading and singing with the littles in your world. A craft will follow. All ages and abilities welcome. Included in regular Garden admission; free […]
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Instructor Conner Parrish of Bloomistry will begin the morning with an engaging introduction to the ancient art of natural fabric dyeing, exploring humanity’s long-standing relationship with plants, pigments, and the natural world. Participants will learn about traditional dye practices, the environmental impact of modern dye industries, and simple ways they can make more sustainable choices […]
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This class has been cancelled. Join Clare Reines, Conservatory Horticulturist, in an immersive exploration of the Mediterranean climate and how it is recreated inside the Conservatory. The class will focus on how five diverse regions of the world share the same climate and how that informs plant selection, environmental factors, and plant care factors. Clare […]
Find Out MoreStep behind the scenes of the new Butterflies Bloom exhibit for an exclusive backstage tour. Join Butterfly Exhibit Manager, Clara Aus, for a look inside the exhibit to learn more about adult butterflies and then explore the back of house spaces to see how we care for butterflies at all life stages. Offered on select […]
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