Events
January 2019
The Mind Bloom
Matthaei Botanical Gardens presents "The Mind Bloom," an art exhibit of nature-inspired paintings by Jennifer Farina. Jennifer's painting and writing start with her experience of the natural world and then, she writes, "lead inward and outward at the same time.” Her work begins with treks through gardens and woodland. These experiences inspire her to write poetry, which then conjures images within her brain instead of in view of her eyes. Each artwork is non-representational, so viewers will all have an individual take…
Find out more »March 2019
Faerie Doors Workshop at Matthaei
Faeries are nature’s guardians, keeping a watchful eye on the natural world. Invite them to your garden or home by creating beautiful faeries doors decorated with natural materials and other decorations. After the program, visit the conservatory to look for beautiful faerie gardens. Two sessions on March 23: 9:30-11:00am 19-YE-02 and 11:30-1:00pm 19-YE-03. Recommended for children 4-12. Cost $12.00/child; adult accompanies children.
Find out more »Faerie Doors Workshop at Matthaei
Faeries are nature’s guardians, keeping a watchful eye on the natural world. Invite them to your garden or home by creating beautiful faeries doors decorated with natural materials and other decorations. After the program, visit the conservatory to look for beautiful faerie gardens. NOTE: Two sessions on one date: 9:30-11:00 am 19-YE-02 and 11:30-1:00 pm 19-YE-03. Recommended for children 4-12. Cost $12.00/child, adult accompanies children.
Find out more »Just Deserts – A Spring Break Adventure at Matthaei
Deserts are beautiful, special places with plants uniquely adapted to dry conditions. Explore the arid house and learn how plants and animals survive in the desert. Then make a desert garden of succulents to take home that requires little care or water. Recommended for ages 5-12. Cost $12.00/child, adult accompanies children.
Find out more »April 2019
Super Seedlings
Seeds are a mystery: how does a tiny seed grow into a big tomato plant? Now is the time to start seedlings which can be transplanted when the weather is warm. Explore the lifecycle of plants from flower to seedling and plant seeds to grow at home. Cost $10.00/child; adult accompanies children.
Find out more »Garden Ambassador Volunteer Training 2019
This volunteer training provides an overview of the most popular points of interest in the display gardens (Gaffield Children's Garden, Gateway Garden, etc), an introduction to the Visitor Engagement department, best practices for working with the public, and beyond.We seek volunteers with a love of learning and interest in working with a diverse population of visitors, including children and families. Continuing education garden tours/talks are led by our horticulturists throughout the season. Shifts are available daily, May–October. Questions before committing? Please…
Find out more »Peony Ambassador Volunteer Training 2019
Ambassadors greet and guide visitors to points of interest in the peony garden, the largest public collection of heirloom herbaceous peony cultivars in North America, during peak bloom time. The training session includes an overview of the peony collection history, horticultural basics and tips for working with the public. Training held at Nichols Arboretum in the Reader Center (1610 Washington Heights, Ann Arbor).Ideal volunteers will have a genuine interest in the collection and an ability to work independently with a…
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