Learn how photographing your gardens throughout the year is not only for artistic purposes, but can help you visualize your gardens in order to improve their design. $15 general public | $10 FBBG members Select Membership Type: Members $10 Non-Members $15

Class size limited! Create a unique paper wreath and ornament using the ancient art of origami! Registration: $15 per person, FBBG Members $10. Advance registration recommended by 5/15. Select Registration Type: General Public $15 Members $10  

Join Chef John Smurawa as he shows you delicious and innovative ways to use your garden goodies on the grill! Registration: $35 per person, FBBG Members $30. Advance registration recommended by 6/25. Select Registration Type: Members $30 General Public $35

Create a miniature landscape in a jar! All supplies provided. Pre-register to reserve your materials or just stop by the Education & Visitor Center during the workshop time to build one! All ages welcome. $20 per terrarium. Select Membership Type: Pre-register $20

Nino Ridgeway, a master gardener and member of the Herb Society of America, WI Unit, shows you how to preserve your herbs at the end of the growing season! Select Membership Type FBBG Member $10 General Public $15

Discover the connection between Chinese culture and nature while learning the basics of Chinese brush painting! Create your very own painting to take home! All supplies provided, all ages welcome! $20 general public / $15 FBBG members   Class is full! Thank you for your interest- please check out our event calendar for other upcoming […]

Thank you for your interest; this class is full. We have added a second session December 12th 6:30-8pm! Sign up now at https://boernerbotanicalgardens.org/event/origami-ornaments-2/ Join us for an evening of origami as Kristina Paris demonstrates how to create unique paper ornaments; then make your own! Use them for the holidays as well as year round! All […]

Annie Oklobdzija from The Wild Pansy teaches you how to make and bind your own holiday wreath! All supplies provided. As of 11/10/17, this class is full. The 2nd session, Thurs. 12/7 is still taking registrations over the phone at 414-525-5653 or in-person in the Gift Shop. Still want your craft fix for the holidays? […]

Proper and timely pruning is essential for the health of your trees. From Arborist and MATC Professor Mike Wendt, you will learn theory and practical application for pruning your trees.  We will spend time in the Gardens and arboretum for demonstration and on-site instruction. Come dressed to spend time outdoors! As of 1/22, the class […]

Relax and paint the night away at the Gardens!  Follow along with artist Beth Stoddard as you paint this romantic image of summers to come.  Perfect date night! All painting supplies provided – must be 21 or over to purchase alcohol. This class is now full! Thank you for your interest. Can we interest you […]

Create a unique and wavy plantable container from lightweight concrete known as hypertufa!  All supplies provided, but please prepare to get messy! $25 general public / $20 members  This class is full! Thank you for your interest. Can we interest you in our May 5th Hanging Succulent Planter Class instead? Registration & more info: https://boernerbotanicalgardens.org/event/succulent-planter/ […]

Back by popular demand--the March hypertufa class was so popular we've added another session in April! Create a unique and wavy plantable container from lightweight concrete known as hypertufa!  All supplies provided, but please prepare to get messy! This class is full! Thank you for your interest. Can we interest you in our May 3rd […]

Get ready for spring planning and planting with this series of useful gardening topics presented by the SouthEast WI Master Gardeners! All proceeds support FBBG and SEWMG. May 3 - Pollinators and How to Support them - New date due to weather! Presenter: Jennifer Lazewski   $5 per person Select Membership Type: All Sessions $15 […]

Just in time for Mother's Day! Learn how to create beautiful flower arrangements – create a wildflower mason jar arrangement, a hand tied bouquet, and a small pin on corsage or boutonniere. $50 general public / $45 FBBG members  Class size limited; registration closed April 20th.   Please don't forget to share with your friends […]

In this workshop, you’ll create and take home a unique green sphere of low maintenance succulents that can last up to two years! All supplies included. Class size limited. $40 general public / $35 FBBG members  This class is full! Thank you for your interest. Can we interest you in our May 3rd Beautiful Bouquets […]

Using mixed media techniques, we will transform personal letters and notes into small works of art you can display in your home. All supplies provided. Just bring a copy of a letter or card you’d like to collage together to create a personal art piece. Please note, we’ll be cutting up the note or card […]

Create a miniature landscape in a jar! All supplies provided. All ages welcome. $20 per terrarium.   Thank you for your enthusiasm--this workshop is FULL! Can we interest you in one of our Wednesday Night Garden Walks instead? Perhaps some Family Yoga in the Gardens?

In this workshop, you’ll create and take home a unique green sphere of low maintenance succulents that can last up to two years! All supplies included. Class size limited. $40 general public / $35 FBBG members  This class is full! Thank you for your interest. Can we interest you in our May 3rd Beautiful Bouquets […]

In cooperation with Rogues’ Gallery, join renowned and award winning plein air artist Tom Smith for a full day of painting and instruction at Boerner! Bring your own supplies! Advance registration recommended--class size is limited. $50 general public | $45 FBBG members Select Membership Type: General Public $50 Members $45 For questions or to register […]

Learn to make hypertufa and create a unique bowl shaped leaf casting that you can use a birdbath! Ideal for kids and families. All supplies provided; advance registration recommended. $25 general public / $20 members Please call us at 414-525-5653 to register.

This class teaches more advanced origami students how to fold a seahorse from a diamond shaped paper.  This figure is designed by Ligia Montoya and is a beautiful representation of this unique sea creature. Origami experience is recommended for this class.  Join teacher Kristina Paris while learning one of her favorite figures.  Paper will be […]

FREE event! Meet artist David Harrison, of David Harrison Expressions! Harrison will demonstrate his process, using color, drama and fantasy to digitally enhance his photography and turn digital images into museum quality works of laminated art. This demonstration will feature Mr. Harrison's Dragon photos taken during China Lights 2017. Stop by any time between 10a […]

Discover what it takes to force varieties of spring and fall planted bulbs to bloom when you want and how to time flowers to holidays and events. Take home bulbs to try your own hand at forcing blooms in Winter! Select Membership Type: FBBG Members $20 General Public $25   Invite your friends on Facebook!

FREE event! Plein air & oil painter Tom Smith will be “in residence,” discussing his creative and artistic process as he paints a new work of art! Stop by any time between 10a and 3p to meet him, ask questions, and watch as a painting comes together, live in FBBG's Gift Shop! Nell’s Cafe open […]

Experiment with brush painting technique and watercolor to create landscape or animal motifs on rice paper. Discover a variety of different techniques and explore your creativity in this relaxing class. All supplies provided. $25 general public / $20 members (adults only) Thank you for your interest. This class is full! Please join our email list […]

Bring something a little different to the table this Thanksgiving. We'll guide you through creating your own beautiful centerpiece with seasonal flowers and Holiday accents. All supplies provided. $50 general public / $45 members Limited space remaining - please call 414-525-5653 for registration.

Annie Oklobdzija from The Wild Pansy teaches you how to make and bind your own holiday wreath! All supplies provided. This class is so popular we added a second session--early registration is encouraged! $45 general public / $40 members Limited space remaining – please call 414-525-5653 for registration.