Step beyond the Conservatory and tour the new Garden areas added as part of the Conservatory expansion. "Paths Around the Glass" is a guided outdoor tour that showcases the plants that can not only thrive in Richmond's climate, but are designed to provide food and shelter for insects and wildlife. You will discover the adaptive design techniques used to […]
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Embrace the beauty of nature’s untamed elegance in Botanical Whimsy, a floral design course dedicated to creating loose, organic, and garden-inspired arrangements. This class will explore techniques for designing with movement, texture, and open air, while celebrating the charm of locally sourced blooms and foliage. Students will learn how to work with seasonal materials, create […]
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Join us on June 13th for the opening celebration of our brand-new art exhibit – Alebrijes: Creatures of a Dreamworld. Alebrijes are brightly colored, fantastical creatures from Mexican folk art that often combine features from various animals—real and mythical—into a single, surreal form. Originating in the 1930s with artist Pedro Linares, who dreamt of strange […]
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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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Admission to Lewis Ginter Botanical is FREE on Friday, June 19, 2026 in honor of Juneteenth! Join us for a full day of joy, reflection, and community as we honor Juneteenth with music, art, storytelling, and more.
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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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This class has been cancelled. Join Conservatory Horticulturist Clare Reines for a close look at how true desert climates are interpreted inside the Conservatory. The class will explore the global diversity of deserts, what makes a true desert, and the requirements of desert plants. Clare will also discuss the planting process and maintenance considerations for […]
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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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This class has been cancelled. Learn how to create a thriving, resilient garden that works with nature rather than against it. In this workshop, we’ll explore how to design gardens that support pollinators, beneficial insects, birds, and soil life while still producing beautiful, abundant plantings. We’ll cover companion planting, habitat layering, soil stewardship, water-wise practices, […]
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