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  • Gentle Yoga

    Spring is a great time to prepare your body for all the upcoming gardening and yard work!  These yoga classes will guide you through simple yet powerful techniques you can […]

  • Art at the Gardens Craft Fair 2019

    Boerner Botanical Gardens Education & Visitor Center 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Milwaukee's go-to spring fair for fine crafts and artwork returns to Boerner for the 11th year of Art at the Gardens! Enjoy a beautiful spring day at Boerner Botanical Gardens […]

  • Free First Tuesday

    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, […]

  • Wednesday Night Walks – Spring Wildflowers

    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. […]

  • Mother’s Day Event

    Boerner Botanical Gardens Education & Visitor Center 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    FREE EVENT! (Donations always welcome.) Mother's Day is the perfect time to take a stroll through the gardens with the whole family! The Friends of Boerner Botanical Gardens will be […]

  • Wednesday Night Walks – Tulips

    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. […]

  • Wednesday Night Walks – Ornamental Trees

    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. […]

  • Wednesday Night Walks – Iris

    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 Tuesday

    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, […]

  • Wednesday Night Walks – Hosta

    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. […]

  • In Garden Paint & Sip

    In Garden Paint & Sip Thursday, June 6, 5:30 - 8:30 pm  Relax and paint the night away in the Gardens!  Follow along with artist Beth Stoddard and the Farmhouse […]

  • Wednesday Night Walks – Peonies

    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. […]

  • In the Gardens Annual Fundraiser

    Boerner Botanical Gardens Education & Visitor Center 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    The Friends of Boerner Botanical Gardens' Annual Fundraiser: Join us in support of children’s education initiatives... In the Gardens! Friday, June 14, 2019, 5:30 - 10:00 p.m. - Rain or […]

  • Garden Highlights Tour

    Garden Highlights Tour Thursdays - June 20, July 18, August 22 Begins at noon.  Tour lasts for 90 minutes $10 general public/Free for FBBG members Select Membership Type FBBG Member […]

  • Concerts In the Gardens – Concord Chamber Orchestra

    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 […]

  • Summer Garden Meditation Walk & Yoga

    Summer Garden Meditation Walk & Yoga Sunday June 23, 1:00—3:00 p.m. Registration: $20 public/$15 members Experience the warmth and tranquility of the Gardens in Summer! The class combines a meditative […]

  • Essential Oil Garden Walk

    Essential Oil Garden Walk Tuesday, June 25th 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 […]

  • Wednesday Night Walks – Roses

    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. […]

  • Concerts in the Garden – Rebel Grace

    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 – Donna Krischan

    Meet the Artist Friday, June 28 - 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Donna Krischan   More about the Artist Donna Krischan has published more than 2,000 images in magazines, calendars, […]

  • Free First Tuesday

    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, […]

  • Children’s Craft & Story Time

    Join us for a story and children’s craft in the gardens each Monday in July – a different craft and story each week! Free with garden admission. July 8, 15, […]

  • Botanical Gardens Yoga

    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 […]

  • Wednesday Walks – Long blooming Perennials

    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. […]

  • Concerts in the Garden – The 52nd Street Band

    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 – Barb Friedman

    Meet the Artist - Barb Friedman Saturday, July 13 - 11am - 2pm Join artist Barb Friedman for Oil Painting at the Boerner Botanical Gardens on Saturday, July 13 from […]

  • Children’s Craft & Story time

    Join us for a story and children’s craft in the gardens each Monday in July – a different craft and story each week! Free with garden admission. July 8, 15, […]

  • Botanical Gardens Yoga

    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 […]

  • Wednesday Night Walks – Daylily

    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. […]

  • Garden Highlights Tour

    Garden Highlights Tour Thursdays - June 20, July 18, August 22 Begins at noon. Tours last 90 minutes. $10 general public/Free for FBBG members Select Membership Type FBBG Member $0 […]

  • Concerts In the Garden – Oil Can Harry

    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 […]

  • Build a Terrarium Class

    Build a Terrarium Class Saturday, July 20 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. Create a gorgeous miniature landscape in a jar! Terrariums are unique ways to keep plants, require little maintenance, and […]

  • Essential Oil Garden Walk

    Essential Oil Garden Walk Sunday, July 21 3:00-4:00 p.m. Join us for a relaxing walk through the gardens as we learn about essential oils. Essential oils are becoming extremely popular […]

  • Children’s Craft & Story time

    Join us for a story and children’s craft in the gardens each Monday in July – a different craft and story each week! Free with garden admission. July 8, 15, […]

  • Wednesday Night Walks – Annuals

    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. […]

  • Concerts In the Gardens – The Barbara Stephan Band

    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 […]

  • Enchanted Evening

    Boerner Botanical Gardens Education & Visitor Center 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Discover fairies in the flower beds and magic around every corner in this very special family event in the gardens. Children and parents will enjoy whimsical crafts, treats, and entertainment […]

  • Children’s Craft & Story time

    Join us for a story and children’s craft in the gardens each Monday in July – a different craft and story each week! Free with garden admission. July 8, 15, […]

  • Wednesday Night Walks – Woody Perennials

    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. […]

  • Concerts In the Gardens – Chicken Wire Empire

    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 […]

  • Wisconsin Iris Society Sale

    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.

  • Wisconsin Iris Society Sale

    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 Tuesday

    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

    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 […]

  • Wednesday Night Walks – Herb Garden

    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. […]

  • Concerts In the Gardens – Petty Kings

    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 – Joyce Eesley

    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 […]

  • Annual Meeting and Member Picnic

    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 […]

  • Concerts In the Gardens – Chicago Tribute Anthology

    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

    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

    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 […]

  • Wednesday Walks – Trial Garden

    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. […]

  • Garden Highlights Tour

    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 […]

  • Concerts In the Gardens – The Jimmys

    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 […]

  • Wednesday Walks – Ornamental Grasses

    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 Tuesday

    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, […]

  • FBBG Family Moonlight Walk

    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.

  • Wednesday Walks – Autumn Blooms

    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. […]

  • Meet the Artists Series – Nancy Lohmiller

    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

    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.

  • Chinese Brush Painting

    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 […]

  • Hypertufa Leaf

    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.  […]

  • Kids Kite Flying Class

    Learn about the Chinese history of kit flying, build and decorate a paper kite and then practice flying it outside! Cost:  $10/person

  • Essential Oil Make and Take

    "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. […]

  • Copper Feather

    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 […]

  • Thanksgiving Centerpiece

    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 […]

  • Holiday Gift Fair with Santa

                Sponsored by your new local Festival Foods!   Free event admission Visits with Santa Claus Music from Gnorman the Gnome Special appearance from the […]

  • Holiday Wreath Class

    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 […]

  • Holiday Wreath Class

    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! […]

  • Gnome Class – Currently sold out!

    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 Class #2 – Currently Sold Out!

    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!

    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 […]

  • Origami Peace Crane

    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

    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

  • Winterfest 2020

    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

    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

    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

    Wildlife Animal Tracking Thursday, February 27, 10am-12pm $15/public, $10/FBBG Members

  • Wednesday Garden Walk – Roses

    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 […]

  • Suncatcher Class

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States
    $45 – $50

  • Beach Art Class

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

  • Wednesday Garden Walk – Daylily

    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

    9400 Boerner Dr., Hales Corners, WI

    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 […]

  • Wednesday Garden Walk – Garden Topiaries

    9400 Boerner Dr., Hales Corners, WI

    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

    Boerner Botanical Gardens Education & Visitor Center 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    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, […]

  • Bug Engineers

    Boerner Botanical Gardens Education & Visitor Center 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    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

    9400 Boerner Dr., Hales Corners, WI

    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 […]

  • Hand Stamped Birthday Cards – POSTPONED! ~new date to come~

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    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 […]

  • Wednesday Garden Walk – Trial Garden

    9400 Boerner Dr., Hales Corners, WI

    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 […]

  • Stamped Flour Sack Towels – Postponed ~ new date to come!

    Boerner Botanical Gardens Education & Visitor Center 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    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 […]

  • JOIN US FOR A SPECIAL GARDEN TOUR FOR FBBG!

    Radler Rosarium 10020 W. Meadow Drive, Greenfield, WI

    Will Radler, renowned developer of the Knock Out® Family of Roses, invites you to visit the beautiful Radler Gardens!                       […]

  • Wednesday Garden Walk – Late Summer Blooms

    Boerner Botanical Gardens Education & Visitor Center 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    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 […]

  • Autumn Highlights Garden Walks

    Autumn Highlights Garden Walks
    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    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 […]

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