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Exhibits Don't Miss
Natural Attractions
June 4–October 20, 2024
Celebrate the plant-pollinator love story through the lens of Brooklyn Botanic Garden’s vast and varied plant collections and the native insects to which they are inextricably linked. Learn More about Natural Attractions
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Exhibits | Natural Attractions Don't Miss
Gallery Exhibit: A Plant-Pollinator Love Story
June 4–October 24, 2024
Explore the age-old romance between plants and insects in this interactive exhibit that focuses on native plants and pollinators. Discover why supporting pollinators is essential to maintaining the health of our planet and the security of our food supply. Learn More about Gallery Exhibit: A Plant-Pollinator Love Story
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Families & Kids | Exhibits | Natural Attractions Don't Miss
Discover Pollinators!
June 4–October 24, 2024
Explore this kid-friendly space and learn about the fascinating relationship between plants and their pollinators. Learn More about Discover Pollinators!
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April 2–June 30, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
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Horticulture Certificate | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Herbaceous Landscape Plant ID
6 Weekly Sessions beginning Wednesday, May 8; Tuesday, May 21; or Thursday, August 1, 2024 | Waitlist Only
The class will identify and view plant characteristics during sessions on BBG grounds. Learn More about Herbaceous Landscape Plant ID
Tuesday, May 21, 2024
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Spring First Discoveries
Wednesdays & Fridays, March 13–June 14 | 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Drop-in
Pot up a plant, create a craft, read a story, and use your senses to explore nature at special Discovery Garden activity stations designed for early learners. Learn More about Spring First Discoveries
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April 2–June 30, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
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Community Greening Workshops Don't Miss
How to Green Your Block - Section B
Wednesday, May 22, 2024 | 6 p.m.–8 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Ever wondered what it takes to make your block greener? Recruit a few neighbors and head on over to BBG where our staff, joined by some winning Greenest Block in Brooklyn gardeners, will encourage you to see your block's potential with fresh eyes. Learn More about How to Green Your Block - Section B
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
School Group Visits: Discovery Trail
Thursdays, April 4–June 13 (except April 25 & June 6) | 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Use real science tools as you explore plants alongside Discovery Docents at our hands-on activity stations throughout the Discovery Garden. Learn More about School Group Visits: Discovery Trail
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April 2–June 30, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
Thursday, May 23, 2024
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Spring First Discoveries
Wednesdays & Fridays, March 13–June 14 | 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Drop-in
Pot up a plant, create a craft, read a story, and use your senses to explore nature at special Discovery Garden activity stations designed for early learners. Learn More about Spring First Discoveries
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April 2–June 30, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
Friday, May 24, 2024
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Health & Wellness Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
A Nose for Roses: A Perfumed Walk in the Cranford Rose Garden
Saturday, May 25, 2024; Rain date, June 1 | 11 a.m.–2 p.m. | Waitlist Only
Learn about the beauty, history and legacy of the adored and exalted rose. Learn More about A Nose for Roses: A Perfumed Walk in the Cranford Rose Garden
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April 2–June 30, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
Saturday, May 25, 2024
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Spring First Discoveries
Wednesdays & Fridays, March 13–June 14 | 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Drop-in
Pot up a plant, create a craft, read a story, and use your senses to explore nature at special Discovery Garden activity stations designed for early learners. Learn More about Spring First Discoveries
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Discovery Sing-Along with Sabrina Chap
Wednesdays, May 29 and June 5, 2024 | 11–11:45 a.m.
Come to the Discovery Garden for a garden sing-along! Join Sabrina Chap in singing, dancing, and playing with instruments, scarves, and bubbles. Learn More about Discovery Sing-Along with Sabrina Chap
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April 2–June 30, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
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Horticulture Certificate | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Urban Garden Maintenance
6 Wednesdays: May 29–July 10, 2024 (except June 19) | 4:30–7:30 p.m. | Waitlist Only
Better understand the practical tools and techniques for plant care, pruning, transplanting, and other essential tasks. Learn More about Urban Garden Maintenance
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Member Events | Evenings Don't Miss
Members’ Summer Evenings
Wednesdays, May 29–September 4, 2024 | 6–8:30 p.m.
Savor the Garden during the twilight hours—just for members! Learn More about Members’ Summer Evenings
Wednesday, May 29, 2024
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
School Group Visits: Discovery Trail
Thursdays, April 4–June 13 (except April 25 & June 6) | 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Use real science tools as you explore plants alongside Discovery Docents at our hands-on activity stations throughout the Discovery Garden. Learn More about School Group Visits: Discovery Trail
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April 2–June 30, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
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Gardening Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Starting a Vegetable Garden
Single session on Thursday, May 2 or Thursday, May 30, 2024 | 5–7 p.m. | Waitlist Only
Get a crash course in vegetable gardening! Learn More about Starting a Vegetable Garden
Thursday, May 30, 2024
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Spring First Discoveries
Wednesdays & Fridays, March 13–June 14 | 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Drop-in
Pot up a plant, create a craft, read a story, and use your senses to explore nature at special Discovery Garden activity stations designed for early learners. Learn More about Spring First Discoveries
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April 2–June 30, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
Friday, May 31, 2024
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Member Events | Garden Circle Events Don't Miss
Garden Circle June Early-Morning Hours
Saturday, June 1 & Sunday, June 2, 2024 | 9–10 a.m. | Preregistration Required
Members of the Garden Circle and higher levels can enjoy exclusive access to the Garden from 9 to 10 a.m. Learn More about Garden Circle June Early-Morning Hours
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Spring Family Discovery Weekends
Saturdays & Sundays | 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
April 13–June 9 | No programs May 25 & 26 | Drop-inLooking for outdoor activities during spring break week? Learn More about Spring Family Discovery Weekends
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Tours Don't Miss
Recorrido por lo más sobresaliente de la estación/Seasonal Highlights Tour in Spanish
Sábado, abril 6, mayo 18, junio 1, 2024 | 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
Descubra las plantas y los jardines que están en pico de floración, así como otros puntos sobresalientes de la estación, en esta caminata gratuita dirigida por guías capacitados del jardín. Learn More about Recorrido por lo más sobresaliente de la estación/Seasonal Highlights Tour in Spanish
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April 2–June 30, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
Saturday, June 1, 2024
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Member Events | Garden Circle Events Don't Miss
Garden Circle June Early-Morning Hours
Saturday, June 1 & Sunday, June 2, 2024 | 9–10 a.m. | Preregistration Required
Members of the Garden Circle and higher levels can enjoy exclusive access to the Garden from 9 to 10 a.m. Learn More about Garden Circle June Early-Morning Hours
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Spring Family Discovery Weekends
Saturdays & Sundays | 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
April 13–June 9 | No programs May 25 & 26 | Drop-inLooking for outdoor activities during spring break week? Learn More about Spring Family Discovery Weekends
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April 2–June 30, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
Sunday, June 2, 2024
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April 2–June 30, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
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Special Events | Natural Attractions Don't Miss
Spring Gala 2024
Tuesday, June 4, 2024 | 5:30 p.m. | Ticketed Event
A Gala evening celebrating BBG’s varied plant collections and the pollinators that help them thrive. Learn More about Spring Gala 2024
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Special Events Don't Miss
After Party 2024
Tuesday, June 4, 2024 | 9–11 p.m. | Ticketed Event
Celebrate spring in the Garden with a dance party under the stars. Learn More about After Party 2024
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Spring First Discoveries
Wednesdays & Fridays, March 13–June 14 | 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Drop-in
Pot up a plant, create a craft, read a story, and use your senses to explore nature at special Discovery Garden activity stations designed for early learners. Learn More about Spring First Discoveries
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Discovery Sing-Along with Sabrina Chap
Wednesdays, May 29 and June 5, 2024 | 11–11:45 a.m.
Come to the Discovery Garden for a garden sing-along! Join Sabrina Chap in singing, dancing, and playing with instruments, scarves, and bubbles. Learn More about Discovery Sing-Along with Sabrina Chap
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April 2–June 30, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
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Member Events | Evenings Don't Miss
Members’ Summer Evenings
Wednesdays, May 29–September 4, 2024 | 6–8:30 p.m.
Savor the Garden during the twilight hours—just for members! Learn More about Members’ Summer Evenings