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 […]
Laura Easey-Jones will do an oil art demo on June 4th in the gift Shop from 10a-2p as part of the FBBG Meet the Artist Series. Milwaukee based artist, Laura […]
Meet the Artist Series - Phyllis Bankier Saturday, June 25, 10am - 2pm — FREE! Phyllis Bankier, a local photographer, will be the featured artist on June 25, 2022. Much […]
The Friends of Boerner Botanical Gardens, Inc. invites you to our family friendly 2022 Fundraiser... Afternoon In the Gardens Sunday, June 26, 1:00 - 4:00pm - Rain or Shine Boxed […]
HERB DAYBoerner Botanical Gardens Sunday, July 24, 2022 - 11 am to 3 pm Free Parking • Free Event EntryAdmission fee if you’d like to visit the gardens. This event […]
Will Radler, renowned developer of the Knock Out® Family of Roses, invites you to visit the beautiful Radler Gardens! WHEN: Friday, August 20, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. WHERE: 10020 W. […]
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 […]
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 […]
Weeding Wednesdays with the Friends of Boerner Botanical Gardens Support FBBG educational programming by assisting with maintenance of our children’s beds! Bring the family and join us on Wednesdays in […]
Weeding Wednesdays with the Friends of Boerner Botanical Gardens Support FBBG educational programming by assisting with maintenance of our children’s beds! Bring the family and join us on Wednesdays in […]
Weeding Wednesdays with the Friends of Boerner Botanical Gardens Support FBBG educational programming by assisting with maintenance of our children’s beds! Bring the family and join us on Wednesdays in […]
Chinese Brush Painting Friday, September 23 - 10am - 1pm Cost: $30 public/$25 FBBG members Chinese Brush Paintingis a traditional, meditative art form. Discover a variety of different techniques and […]
Weeding Wednesdays with the Friends of Boerner Botanical Gardens Support FBBG educational programming by assisting with maintenance of our children’s beds! Bring the family and join us on Wednesdays in […]
Fall Color Tour Garden Walk Lead by arborist Mike Wendt Sunday, October 16 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Join us for a guided tour through the Boerner Botanical Gardens to […]
Holiday Wreath class Tuesday, November 29 from 1:00 – 2:30 PM Maximum # of participants: 40 Cost: Members/$45 - Non-members/$50 Registration Deadline: Tuesday, November 22 Annie from The Wild Pansy […]
Holiday Gift Fair Sunday, December 4th, 10a-2p Inside the Boerner Botanical Gardens Education & Visitor Center Unique, quality gifts for sale from dozens of area artists & crafters. Free Admission […]
WINTERFEST IS BACK! Join us Sunday, January 29 to cure your winter cabin fever. You'll enjoy indoor activites, guided winter walks and more. 10:00am - 2:00pm Call 414-525-5653 for more […]
Get ready for Spring! Be part of our Garden Book Exchange. BOOK DONATIONS REQUESTED THROUGH MARCH 1 Donate your gently used garden-related books to the FBBG Gift Shop: Open Monday-Friday […]
Get ready for Spring! Be part of our Garden Book Exchange. BOOK DONATIONS REQUESTED THROUGH MARCH 1 Donate your gently used garden-related books to the FBBG Gift Shop: Open Monday-Friday […]
13th Annual Art at the Gardens Craft Fair Sunday, May 7, 10am -3pm Showcasing over 50 local artists and crafters. Featuring a unique selection of handmade jewelry, garden art, photography, […]
Wednesday Night Garden Walks Wednesdays, 6:00-7:30pm Reservations are not required for the walks. Meet in front of the Education and Visitor Center. $5/person per walk DATES/TOPICS June 28 - Cancelled […]
Wednesday Night Garden Walks Wednesdays, 6:00-7:30pm Reservations are not required for the walks. Meet in front of the Education and Visitor Center. $5/person per walk DATES/TOPICS June 28 - Cancelled […]
Wednesday Night Garden Walks Wednesdays, 6:00-7:30pm Reservations are not required for the walks. Meet in front of the Education and Visitor Center. $5/person per walk DATES/TOPICS June 28 - Cancelled […]
Wednesday Night Garden Walks Wednesdays, 6:00-7:30pm Reservations are not required for the walks. Meet in front of the Education and Visitor Center. $5/person per walk DATES/TOPICS June 28 - Cancelled […]
The Concerts in the Gardens, proudly sponsored by Wimmer Communities, returns this summer to Boerner Botanical Gardens. NOTE: Margie's Garden will close at 4:00pm on concert days. Performances occur every […]
The Concerts in the Gardens, proudly sponsored by Wimmer Communities, returns this summer to Boerner Botanical Gardens. NOTE: Margie's Garden will close at 4:00pm on concert days. Performances occur every […]
The Concerts in the Gardens, proudly sponsored by Wimmer Communities, returns this summer to Boerner Botanical Gardens. NOTE: Margie's Garden will close at 4:00pm on concert days. Performances occur every […]
Children’s Story & Craft Time Mondays in July, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Join us for a story and children’s craft in the gardens! A different craft and story each week! […]
Wednesday Night Garden Walks Wednesdays, 6:00-7:30pm Reservations are not required for the walks. Meet in front of the Education and Visitor Center. $5/person per walk DATES/TOPICS June 28 - Cancelled […]
The Concerts in the Gardens, proudly sponsored by Wimmer Communities, returns this summer to Boerner Botanical Gardens. NOTE: Margie's Garden will close at 4:00pm on concert days. Performances occur every […]
Children’s Story & Craft Time Mondays in July, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Join us for a story and children’s craft in the gardens! A different craft and story each week! […]
Wednesday Night Garden Walks Wednesdays, 6:00-7:30pm Reservations are not required for the walks. Meet in front of the Education and Visitor Center. $5/person per walk DATES/TOPICS June 28 - Cancelled […]
The Concerts in the Gardens, proudly sponsored by Wimmer Communities, returns this summer to Boerner Botanical Gardens. NOTE: Margie's Garden will close at 4:00pm on concert days. Performances occur every […]
Herb Day 2023 Focus on Native American Herbs and Insect Repellants Free parking; Boerner admission fees to the Garden apply. More information: HERBDAY2023 This event is presented by Th Herb […]
Children’s Story & Craft Time Mondays in July, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Join us for a story and children’s craft in the gardens! A different craft and story each week! […]
Wednesday Night Garden Walks Wednesdays, 6:00-7:30pm Reservations are not required for the walks. Meet in front of the Education and Visitor Center. $5/person per walk DATES/TOPICS June 28 - Cancelled […]
The Concerts in the Gardens, proudly sponsored by Wimmer Communities, returns this summer to Boerner Botanical Gardens. NOTE: Margie's Garden will close at 4:00pm on concert days. Performances occur every […]
Children’s Story & Craft Time Mondays in July, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Join us for a story and children’s craft in the gardens! A different craft and story each week! […]
Wednesday Night Garden Walks Wednesdays, 6:00-7:30pm Reservations are not required for the walks. Meet in front of the Education and Visitor Center. $5/person per walk DATES/TOPICS June 28 - Cancelled […]
The Concerts in the Gardens, proudly sponsored by Wimmer Communities, returns this summer to Boerner Botanical Gardens. NOTE: Margie's Garden will close at 4:00pm on concert days. Performances occur every […]
Children’s Story & Craft Time Mondays in July, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Join us for a story and children’s craft in the gardens! A different craft and story each week! […]
Wednesday Night Garden Walks Wednesdays, 6:00-7:30pm Reservations are not required for the walks. Meet in front of the Education and Visitor Center. $5/person per walk DATES/TOPICS June 28 - Cancelled […]
The Concerts in the Gardens, proudly sponsored by Wimmer Communities, returns this summer to Boerner Botanical Gardens. NOTE: Margie's Garden will close at 4:00pm on concert days. Performances occur every […]
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