Inspired by the movements and gestures of Alvin Ailey’s dance composition “Revelation,” artist Kristine Mays’ expression of the human form through wire pays honor to the ancestors — those that walked, lived and tended to this land.
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Included with Garden admission; free for members In need of seeds? Want to meet fellow seed lovers? Bring seeds or bulbs to share, exchange them for new and interesting seeds, and learn how to use Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden’s Seed Library. By swapping, borrowing, planting, harvesting, saving, and returning seeds to the library, you can […]
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Ladybug tattoo by Taylor Booth of Yellow Bird Tattoo Garden Ink brings together the stories behind the tattoos that adorn our staff members. In a city like Richmond—one of the most tattooed in America—this showcase celebrates the powerful connection between tattoo art and our community. Each tattoo is a unique expression of self, whether botanical, […]
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Join us for an evening celebrating botanical tattoos with local artists and vendors. Explore stunning artwork, meet tattoo artists, and discover unique items. Enjoy drinks, small bites, and hear from local tattoo artists Amy Black, Dana Carlson, and Ash Reid as they share insights into their craft and the art of tattooing. Additionally, DJ Bear […]
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Community Science events like the Great Backyard Bird Count are important sources of information as we look at global warming and its effect on nature. The next Great Backyard Bird Count is February 14-17, 2025, and takes place all across America in thousands of communities. Bird watchers of all ages count birds to create a […]
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Experience a weekend of orchids with the Virginia Orchid Society Show and Sale, A Taste for Orchids Hundreds of Orchids on display and for sale, attend free lectures for beginners as well as experienced growers, people's choice award for best orchid display, orchid vendors and more. There is no cost to attend the sale and […]
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We're grateful for our Garden members and celebrate them all year long, but especially in March! Not a member yet? Join today for free daily admission all year long, discounts on classes and in the Garden Shop, special member previews and extra benefits throughout the month of March! BECOME A MEMBER
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Join the Garden and our talented community partners for a celebration of artist Kristine Mays' Rich Soil. Events will take place throughout the Garden on March 8, and include a special story time, dance performances, live art, and more. All programming is included with Garden admission.
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Join us for a special Storytime with author Aditi Wardhan Singh. She will read from her new book, Our Holi: Humaari Holi, a bilingual Hindi/English story celebrating the meanings and origins of Holi, the Hindu festival of colors. A family-friendly craft will follow the reading. Aditi Wardhan Singh is a prolific writer, editor and multi-award-winning, […]
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The daffodil show features hundreds of delightful prize-worthy daffodils and expert growers.
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