The Concerts in the Gardens is a summer event proudly sponsored by Wimmer Communities, which is held at The Boerner Botanical Gardens. Performances occur every Thursday throughout the summer beginning […]
Join the Wisconsin Iris Society for this special Sale at the Boerner Botanical Gardens. Saturday and Sunday, August 3-4 9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.
Join the Wisconsin Iris Society for this special Sale at the Boerner Botanical Gardens. Saturday and Sunday, August 3-4 9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.
Free First Tuesdays are back for the 2019 Garden Admissions Season! Open to all Milwaukee County residents – come and enjoy Boerner for FREE the first Tuesday of every month, […]
Botanical Gardens Yoga Tuesdays - July 9, July 16, August 6 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Immerse yourself in the trans-formative beauty of the Botanical Gardens! Breathe, stretch, and relax as […]
All walks are expert-led and a fun new topic is covered each week. Walks depart from the FBBG Gift Shop – rain or shine – and last approximately 90 minutes. […]
The Concerts in the Gardens is a summer event proudly sponsored by Wimmer Communities, which is held at The Boerner Botanical Gardens. Performances occur every Thursday throughout the summer beginning […]
Meet the Artist Saturday, August 10 - 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Joyce Eesley About the Artist JOYCE EESLEY I was born in Michigan and attended Northern Michigan University […]
A free event for Friends of Boerner Botanical Gardens members. 5:00 - Annual Meeting, Garden House 5:30 - 7:30 - Member Picnic, Atrium Check in RSVP required by August 1 […]
The Concerts in the Gardens is a summer event proudly sponsored by Wimmer Communities, which is held at The Boerner Botanical Gardens. Performances occur every Thursday throughout the summer beginning […]
Essential Oil Garden Walk Tuesday, August 20 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Join us for a relaxing evening walk through the gardens as we learn about essential oils. Essential oils are […]
Origami Color Wheel Class Tuesday, August 20 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Create a unique paper wreath and ornament using the ancient art of origami! Class size limited! Please call 414-525-5653 […]
All walks are expert-led and a fun new topic is covered each week. Walks depart from the FBBG Gift Shop – rain or shine – and last approximately 90 minutes. […]
Gardens Highlights Tour Thursdays - June 20, July 18, August 22 Begins at noon. Tours last for 90 minutes. $10 public/Free for members Please call 414-525-5653 to register. On-line registration […]
The Concerts in the Gardens is a summer event proudly sponsored by Wimmer Communities, which is held at The Boerner Botanical Gardens. Performances occur every Thursday throughout the summer beginning […]
All walks are expert-led and a fun new topic is covered each week. Walks depart from the FBBG Gift Shop – rain or shine – and last approximately 90 minutes. […]
Free First Tuesdays are back for the 2019 Garden Admissions Season! Open to all Milwaukee County residents – come and enjoy Boerner for FREE the first Tuesday of every month, […]
All walks are expert-led and a fun new topic is covered each week. Walks depart from the FBBG Gift Shop – rain or shine – and last approximately 90 minutes. […]
Join us for a Family Moonlight Walk through the Botanical Gardens at dusk. Walk begins at 6:30 p.m. $5 donation appreciated Pre-registration not required.
All walks are expert-led and a fun new topic is covered each week. Walks depart from the FBBG Gift Shop – rain or shine – and last approximately 90 minutes. […]
Learn how to prepare your garden before winter!
Meet the Artist Series - Nancy Lohmiller Saturday, September 14 - 10 am - 3 pm Nancy Lohmiller of nancy e studio, original art & design, will be presenting several technique […]
Garden Highlights Tour Thursday, September 26 - 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm $10 public/Free for members Please call 414-525-5653 to register. On-line registration currently unavailable.
This class is currently full. To be placed on a waiting list, please call Deborah at 414-525-5653 Experiment with brush painting technique and watercolor to create landscape or animal […]
Learn how to mix, create and use hypertufa to create a unique bowl shaped leaf cast. Be prepared to have fun and get messy! Kids and families encouraged to attend. […]
Learn about the Chinese history of kit flying, build and decorate a paper kite and then practice flying it outside! Cost: $10/person
$10 public/Free for members
"Create your own custom essential oil rollerbottle! This class provides you with all the information, directions, and supplies you will need to create a rollerbottle for yourself or a friend. […]
Wednesday, November 20 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. $65/public, $60 members Award winning artist and creator of the Copper Meaning Feather, Kami Strunsee of Timber Lane Studio guides you through the […]
Tuesday, November 26 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. $45 FBBG members/$50 public Bring something a little different to the table this Thanksgiving. Annie Oklobdzija from The Wild Pansy floral shop will […]
Sponsored by your new local Festival Foods! Free event admission Visits with Santa Claus Music from Gnorman the Gnome Special appearance from the […]
Two options for this popular class! - Wednesday and Thursday, December 4 & 5 Annie Oklobdzija from The Wild Pansy teaches you how to make and bind your own holiday […]
Two options for this popular class! Wednesday and Thursday, December 4 & 5 Annie Oklobdzija from The Wild Pansy teaches you how to make and bind your own holiday wreath! […]
Build a Scandanavian-inspired Winter Gnome out of fresh smelling evergreen. This cute and easy craft makes an excellent Holiday decoration or gift, and is great for families to build together! […]
Build a Scandanavian-inspired Winter Gnome out of fresh smelling evergreen. This cute and easy craft makes an excellent Holiday decoration or gift, and is great for families to build together! […]
GNOME AT HOME! Because of the tremendous response to our Holiday Gnome class which filled very quickly, we're providing an option for you to create your own Gnome in the […]
In this class, students will transform a sheet of origami paper into the international symbol of peace. Our class is for students 14 and older. The class includes instructions and […]
Keeping Snowbirds Happy Thursday, January 16, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. How to attract and feed a variety of winter birds $20/public, $15/FBBG Members
Cure your cabin fever with winter nature walks, indoor & outdoor activities, hot drinks and FREE family fun! Seasonal kids' crafts Learn about trees in your yard... even in winter! […]
Winter Tree Pruning Sunday, January 26 - 1:00-3:00 pm $15/public, $10/FBBG Member Learn how to prune your trees this winter to ensure an abundant spring bloom!
Winter Chinese Brush Painting This class will use the basic techniques of Chinese brush painting to help you create your own winter-inspired work of art. Sunday, January 26, 1:00 -4:00 […]
Wildlife Animal Tracking Thursday, February 27, 10am-12pm $15/public, $10/FBBG Members
Why do birds migrate back North? Learn about what attracts tropical migratory birds and how to bring these colorful feathered friends to your own yard on this walk through Boerner. […]
Shade Tree Options for Ash Replacements – Garden Walk - Wednesday, May 26, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Walk will be led by Mike Wendt, Retired Arborist. Mike Wendt will tour the […]
Roses – Garden Walk - Wednesday, June 23, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Walk will be led by Bruce Barr of the Greater Milwaukee Rose Society 2021 Wednesday Garden Walks will be […]
Daylily – Garden Walk - Wednesday, July 7, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Walk will be led by Lew Silva of the Southeastern Wisconsin Daylily Society. 2021 Wednesday Garden Walks will be […]
Beach Glass Tea Light Class Tuesday, July 20 – 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. $40 public/$35 FBBG members For all those who love beach or sea glass, this is the class […]
Garden Topiaries – Garden Walk - Wednesday, July 28, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Walk will be led by Amber Liss, Boerner Horticulturalist 2021 Wednesday Garden Walks will be July 28, August […]
Wednesday Garden Walk – Fascinating Life of Bees Wednesday, August 4, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Walk will be led by Thom Pollock, starting in the Trial Garden with a presentation, […]
Thursday, August 5, 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. Cost: $10 Adult + 1 child, $5 each additional Child Join us for a walk in the woods to find pieces of nature […]
Creating Stick People and Animals Tuesday, August 10, 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. $10 Adult + one child, $5 each additional child Using sticks is a great way to create fun […]
Come join us for an afternoon of card making! Cards will be designed and materials prepped for 4 different birthday cards. Materials provides, creativity encouraged. $20 general public/$15 FBBG members […]
Trial Garden – Garden Walk - Wednesday, August 18, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Walk will be led by Jessica Cloninger, Boerner Horticulturalist 2021 Wednesday Garden Walks will be July 28, August […]
Thursday, August 19, 11:00 a.m. - 12;30 p.m. $20 General Public, $15 FBBG Members As seen in our Monday blast and requested for a class... Come design your own set […]
Will Radler, renowned developer of the Knock Out® Family of Roses, invites you to visit the beautiful Radler Gardens! […]
Late Summer Blooms – Garden Walk Wednesday, August 25, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Walk will be led by Zannah Crow, Johnson’s Garden Horticulturalist No reservations needed. All attendees gather in front […]
Autum Highlights Garden Walk Wednesdays - September 15 and 29, October 6, 20 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Join us for a guided tour through Boerner Botanical Gardens to learn about […]
Thursday, September 23rd, 10-11:30 am $10 Adult + one Child, $5 each additional Child Create fun fall decorations with pony beads and pipe cleaners as you and your family get […]
Autum Highlights Garden Walk Wednesdays - September 15 and 29, October 6, 20 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Join us for a guided tour through Boerner Botanical Gardens to learn about […]
Fridays in October & November 9:30-11 am $5 per person —15 people max each Friday What’s on your hook or needle? Bring your crochet, knit or hand embroidery project to […]
Autum Highlights Garden Walk Wednesdays - September 15 and 29, October 6, 20 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Join us for a guided tour through Boerner Botanical Gardens to learn about […]
Fridays in October & November 9:30-11 am $5 per person —15 people max each Friday What’s on your hook or needle? Bring your crochet, knit or hand embroidery project to […]
Fridays in October & November 9:30-11 am $5 per person —15 people max each Friday What’s on your hook or needle? Bring your crochet, knit or hand embroidery project to […]
Autum Highlights Garden Walk Wednesdays - September 15 and 29, October 6, 20 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Join us for a guided tour through Boerner Botanical Gardens to learn about […]
Fridays in October & November 9:30-11 am $5 per person —15 people max each Friday What’s on your hook or needle? Bring your crochet, knit or hand embroidery project to […]
Fridays in October & November 9:30-11 am $5 per person —15 people max each Friday What’s on your hook or needle? Bring your crochet, knit or hand embroidery project to […]
Tuesday mornings November 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30. 9:30-10:30 am $5 per child with a supervising adult Come to the garden to hear a story and create a craft […]
Tuesday mornings November 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30. 9:30-10:30 am $5 per child with a supervising adult Come to the garden to hear a story and create a craft […]
Tuesday mornings November 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30. 9:30-10:30 am $5 per child with a supervising adult Come to the garden to hear a story and create a craft […]
Tuesday, November 16, 1:00-2:30 pm Cost: $40 Join us to create a beautiful grapevine wreath decorated with colors of Winter and the holiday season. Materials provided, your creativity needed. Register
Thursday, November 18; 1-2:30 pm - POSTPONED! WE WILL ANNOUNCE IF THIS CLASS WILL BE RESCHEDULED. $25, $15 if completed Learn to Crochet 1 This class will continue teaching chaining, […]
Monday, November 22 - This class is currently at capacity. Please see second date added 11/24 or call 414-525-5653 to be put on a waitlist. Winter is great time to […]
Tuesday mornings November 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30. 9:30-10:30 am $5 per child with a supervising adult Come to the garden to hear a story and create a craft […]
This class is currently FULL Please call 414-525-5653 to be put on a waitlist Wednesday, November 24 11:30am—1:00pm Cost: $25 Winter is great time to feel cozy with gnomes. […]
Tuesday mornings November 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30. 9:30-10:30 am $5 per child with a supervising adult Come to the garden to hear a story and create a craft […]
Join us Sunday, December 5 10am - 2pm for this much anticipated Free event! Gift Fair will be located inside the Boerner Botanical Gardens Education and Visitor Center. You'll find […]
Make and Take Holiday Gift Tags! This class has been postponed. We will announce updates when available. Cost: $15 Create beautiful and fun personalized gift tags to add an extra […]
Create Personalized Ornaments from Clay! Friday, December 10, 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. Cost: $20 Using baking soda, create ornaments for yourself or others to decorate this holiday season! Bring your […]
Create your own Gingerbread House! Wednesday, December 15, 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. Cost: $20/house Bring your decroating skills to create a one-of-a-kind gingerbread house as part of the holiday season. […]
This class is currently at capacity. Please call 414-525-5653 to be put on a wait list. Make Your Own Winter Gnome! By popular demand, a class has been added for […]
Make Birdseed Bird Feeder Ornaments This is a great family activity to create bird feeders for our feathered friends this winter. Register
Create Valentine Gnomes! January 17 morning class - 10:00 - 11:30 p.m. Cost: $25 Everyone loves Gnomes! Come design a Valentine themed gnome for decorating, or to give to your […]
WINTERFEST - POSTPONED Cure your cabin fever with winter nature walks, indoor & outdoor activities, hot drinks and FREE family fun! Seasonal kids' crafts Activities with Wehr Nature Center FREE Educator-led […]
WINTER WALKS ARE BACK! Beat the winter blues and join us for a winter walk in nature! Wednesday, February 2 and Wednesday, February 9 - 10:00am Cost: $5/person Walks last […]
WINTER WALKS ARE BACK! Beat the winter blues and join us for a winter walk in nature! Wednesday, February 2 and Wednesday, February 9 - 10:00am Cost: $5/person Walks last […]
Create Valentine Gnomes! Thursday, February 10 - 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. Cost: $25 Everyone loves Gnomes! Come design a Valentine themed gnome for decorating, or to give to your favorite […]
Homemade Lavender Soap Making - CLASS FULL Tuesday, February 15, 1-2:30 pm Cost: $10 Have you always wanted to try making soap? Join us as we make bars scented with […]
Design a Spring Rag Wreath March 8, 11 am -12:30 pm Cost: $40 Try your hand at a rag wreath. These very popular wreaths are fun and easy to make. […]
Homemade Lavender Soap Making - THIS CLASS IS AT CAPACITY. Please call 414-525-5653 to be put on a waitlist. Friday, March 18, 1-2:30 pm Cost: $10 Have you always wanted […]
Friends of Boerner Botanical Gardens Garden Book Sale Thursday, March 24 & Friday, March 25 10am - 3pm Shop a fabulous selection of new-to-you gardening books in the Atrium. All books […]
Friends of Boerner Botanical Gardens Garden Book Sale Thursday, March 24 & Friday, March 25 10am - 3pm Shop a fabulous selection of new-to-you gardening books in the Atrium. All books […]
Create A Spring Gnome Everyone loves gnomes. Come design a Spring themed gnome. Sign up now as this is a great class that fills up fast. March 25, 1-2:30 pm […]
Use materials provided or bring your own paper, photos, or material to make these fun and personalized coasters for your home. We will make a set of 4 coasters. Tuesday, […]
Toddler and Story Craft Hour! Join us for a short story followed by a craft lead by our staff. Monday, April 18 9:30 - 10:30 am - Cost: $5 per […]
The Friends of Boerner Botanical Gardens’ Art at the Gardens is scheduled for Sunday May 1, 2022 from 10:00AM to 3:00PM. This will be a rain or shine event held […]
FBBG Wednesday Night Garden Walk Series 6:00pm - $5 per person. No reservations needed. All walks are expert-led, with a new topic covered each week. Walks start in front of […]
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