Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden

Upcoming
Events

Events Search and Views Navigation

Event Views Navigation

Today

Filters

Changing any of the form inputs will cause the list of events to refresh with the filtered results.

  • Summer Harvest: Floral Design with Fresh Blooms & Vegetables

    Summer Harvest:
    FLORAL DESIGN WITH FRESH BLOOMS & VEGETABLES

    Celebrate the abundance of late summer with Summer Harvest, a floral design class that blends the beauty of seasonal flowers with the unexpected charm of farm-fresh vegetables. Perfect for August, this course will explore creative ways to incorporate tomatoes, peppers, eggplants, and other garden gems into lush, textural arrangements. Students will learn techniques for balancing […]

    Find Out More

  • The Earth Exhibition

    In this two-part exhibition, artist Leah Raintree and the family-run business La Amatista offer distinct yet complementary perspectives on the Earth’s deep material history. Through drawings infused with ocean sediment, and ethically-sourced Uruguayan amethysts brought directly from the ground with care, both contributors explore how natural materials can become conduits for reflection, responsibility, and reverence. […]

    Find Out More

  • A Wonder-full World
    BY SOPHIA

    Location: The Community Art Gallery in the Kelly Education Center (included with Garden admission) Sophia is a 21-year-old woman with Down syndrome who lives life out loud and in vibrant color. She has studied Chinese brushstroke/Sumi-e watercolor painting for several years. More recently, she’s begun to explore acrylic painting, pottery, and collages — as well […]

    Find Out More

  • GENWORTH
    Free Community Day

    Featured

    Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden and Genworth are pleased to announce Genworth Free Community Day at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden on Labor Day, Monday, September 1, 2025. All visitors receive free admission from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. We’re excited to be able to offer a day of relaxation and fun with 50 acres of gardens, […]

    Find Out More

  • GARDEN
    PHOTO COLLAGE

    Have a great time creating a “ready to display” photo collage from your own pictures inspired by the scenery, plants, and flowers of Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. On day one of this two-day workshop, instructor Shelley Row will introduce basic points for taking well-composed photos with your phone. After preparing wood panels for our project, […]

    Find Out More
  • Evening Seasonal Tour

    EVENING SEASONAL GARDEN TOUR
    SEPTEMBER 4

    Enjoy an evening out in the Garden! Enhance your understanding and appreciation of featured seasonal aspects of the collection. Come dressed for the weather and walking in the Garden. Fees: Member $0, Non-Members pay regular Garden admission. ALL TOURS ARE NOW OFFERED AS DROP-IN ONLY AND DO NOT REQUIRE REGISTRATION. THIS TOUR IS FIRST COME, […]

    Find Out More

  • FALL FOR BIRDS
    PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP

    Everyone loves birds so why not learn how to photograph them? It can be easier if you have a 200mm or longer lens but there are also tricks of the trade that can bring birds to you, even in your own back yard! Fall is the time of the year when birds are moving around…A […]

    Find Out More
  • Garde through the year with peggy singlemann - integrated pest management

    Eco-Friendly Methods
    OF CONTROLLING GARDEN PESTS

    Join horticulturist and Virginia Home Grown VPM/PBS host Peggy Singlemann at the Garden for an engaging and informative session on Integrated Pest Management (IPM). Discover how to work with nature—not against it—to manage pests in your garden using sustainable, eco-friendly strategies. Peggy will share expert insights on identifying common garden pests, recognizing beneficial insects, and […]

    Find Out More
  • Backyard Orchard: Fruit Cultivation

    Backyard Orchard
    FRUIT CULTIVATION

    Backyard Orchard: Fruit Cultivation prepares you for growing fruit trees, shrubs, and brambles right at home. Learn about techniques and practices starting from site and plant selection, exploring the diverse varieties of fruit trees and brambles suited for different climates and soil conditions. Gain insights into first-year care, learning how to nurture young plants along […]

    Find Out More

  • BEGINNING
    BIRDING

    Want to learn more about birding? Join Buz Sawyer, birdwatcher since childhood, for a fun-filled and informative morning exploring this enjoyable hobby. We’ll talk about where to go, what to take, which birds are likely to be seen at which time, how to identify birds and how to help birds with conservation techniques. Birding is […]

    Find Out More