Events
May 2019
2019 Spring Artist Market at Matthaei
Shop botanical themed art in all media from a wide variety of artists. No two items alike! Our twice-a-year artist markets bring great art from local artists to Matthaei Botanical Gardens for a one-day show. Shop from a curated assortment of fine artists, featuring a broad array of nature-inspired and garden-centric pieces in many media such as paintings, photography, textiles, jewelry, and more. Featured artists: Amy Balzer-Pemberton, Niki Shipman, Jennifer Stefanek, Bev & Len Spigoda, Penrith Goff, Erika Moeglich, U-M BioArtography,…
Find out more »June 2019
Special Member Hour: Peonies Galore Sale at Nichols Arboretum
Matthaei-Nichols members can shop the hour prior to the public peony sale and get first dibs on vintage peonies. Members also receive 10% off their purchase.
Find out more »2019 Peonies Galore Sale at Nichols Arboretum
Bring some vintage beauty to your garden with our heirloom varieties of peonies. Sale held adjacent to the historic Nichols Arboretum Peony Garden. Peonies sell out quickly; arrive early! sale continues until the peonies sell out.
Find out more »August 2019
Wildflower and Native Plant Sale at Matthaei
A sale of native herbaceous plants, many grown here by staff and volunteers. Two-day sale. Free admission. Members receive a discount on plant purchases. (NOTE NEW DATES for this sale: Aug. 17 & 18, 2019.) Scroll down for a gallery of some of the plants for sale. Matthaei-Nichols member? Join us for a members-only pre-sale hour Sat., Aug. 17, 9-10 am. Shop the sale early and enjoy coffee, tea, and breakfast munchies. Why plant native plants? They are water-resilient, suited…
Find out more »Ann Arbor Bonsai Society Show & Sale
The art of bonsai is more popular than ever. For a look at the bonsai world and its plants and people, check out this popular annual show presented by the Ann Arbor Bonsai Socety. Event includes a display of over 100 bonsai, demos in the bonsai and penjing garden at Matthaei, bonsai accessories and materials, Peoples’ Choice awards, and more. $3 admission per adult (12 and under free) payable at the door.View a gallery of photos from recent bonsai shows. All photos…
Find out more »September 2019
Exotic Plant Show and Sale: Cactus, Succulents, and Bromeliads
A large selection of cactus, succulents, and bromeliads, including air plants, on display, with plants for sale ranging in size from seedlings to mature plants. Growing supplies, books, art prints, and note cards also available. Presented by Michigan Cactus & Succulent Soc. and Southeast Michigan Bromeliad Society. Saturday September 14th and Sunday September 15th.
Find out more »December 2019
2019 Winter Artist Market at Matthaei
Our twice-a-year artist markets bring great art from local artists to Matthaei Botanical Gardens for a one-day show. Shop from a curated assortment of artists, featuring a broad array of nature-inspired and garden-centric pieces in many media such as paintings, photography, textiles, jewelry and more. No discount for Matthaei-Nichols members on merchandise. Free admission. Located at Matthaei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N Dixboro Rd, Ann Arbor, Michigan 48105
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