Events
Matthaei Botanical Gardens
February 2020
North American Rock Garden Society Winter Potluck
Matthaei-Nichols Collections Horticulturist Mike Palmer discusses the renovation of the Marie Azary Rock Garden. This iconic garden, begun in the mid-1980s when Marie Azary donated the plants from her own rock garden, is undergoing significant renovation this year. Free.
Find out more »March 2020
Herb & Vegetable Seed Giveaway
Seeds are on a first come basis. There will also be a free raffle of a new seed-starting kit. Handouts on seed starting available. Presented by Madolyn Kaminski, Advanced Master Gardener.
Find out more »Steppe Plants for Rock Gardens
All invited to two programs presented by Mike Bone. Mike is the Curator of Steppe Collections at the Denver Botanical Gardens, one of the finest gardens for Botanical Diversity in North America. Mike has worked at the Gardens since 2002 where the majority of his tenure is in propagation and production. Mike has a passion for cultivating plants from and appropriate for the steppes of North America, and has traveled widely studying the flora of North America and Central Asia.…
Find out more »Catching Your Breath
A free monthly program for caregivers of adults with memory loss. Designed for learning skills for continued health and well-being. Info and to register: 734.936.8803
Find out more »Simple, Smart Beekeeping
Kristen Traynor of Flickerwood Apiary in Maryland talks about how to keep healthy hives in an easy, carefree way so you enjoy the hives and feel confident working the bees.
Find out more »Faerie Door Workshop I
Faeries, gnomes, sprites, and pixies are creatures who protect the natural world. Learn about these woodland creatures and make a special faerie door to encourage them to visit. Program designed for children but is also open to adults or guardians who want to participate. Classes fills quickly registration requested. Includes materials and activities. Recommended ages 4-12. 20-YE-02 (9:30); 20-YE-03 (11:30) $14.00/person includes faerie door materials. NOTE: Due to popular demand we're offering two sessions of the same faerie door workshop…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Faerie Door Workshop II
Faeries, gnomes, sprites, and pixies are creatures who protect the natural world. Learn about these woodland creatures and make a special faerie door to encourage them to visit. Program designed for children but is also open to adults or guardians who want to participate. Classes fills quickly registration requested. Includes materials and activities. Recommended ages 4-12. 20-YE-02 (9:30); 20-YE-03 (11:30) $14.00/person includes faerie door materials. NOTE: Due to popular demand we're offering two sessions of the same faerie door workshop…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Identifying Invasive Plants
A presentation by Don Drife on how to identify invasive plant species in Michigan and how to distinguish them from similar native species.
Find out more »Palm Warblers: My Adventures As a Citizen Scientist
A presentation on these colorful, hyperactive songsters by retired Ann Arbor science teacher and birder Susan Kielb, who has studied palm warblers in the wetlands of the Upper Peninsula.
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Architectural Solutions to Reduce Bird Deaths
Join Pittsburgh-based architect and certified bird bander Nick Liadis for a program on the alarming number of birds killed in building strikes, and the solutions to the problem that he sees in architectural details and window treatments Arrive at 7:10 pm for pre-program snacks and mingling.
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Ikebana: Japanese Flower Arranging
Create your own seasonal Ikebana arrangement with help from a certified instructor. $20 fee covers flowers and instructor. Please email 2 weeks prior to each class to receive an e-invite to attend. Attendance limited to 25. Info: a2ikebana@gmail.com.
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Ann Arbor Orchid Festival
Featuring displays showcasing beautiful orchids; free talks and demonstrations on orchid growing; orchid raffle; orchids and orchid-related items for sale from our vendors. Please note the different starting times of the orchid sale and show: Orchid sales: 10 am-4:30 pm Sat. & Sun. Orchid show: noon-4:30 pm Sat. Photographer’s hour 9-10 am Sun. 2 pm Sat. and Sun.: Talk: “Orchids 101" 3 pm Sat., “Orchid pests and diseases” 3 pm Sun.: “How to Repot Your Orchid.”
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Ann Arbor Orchid Festival
Featuring displays showcasing beautiful orchids; free talks and demonstrations on orchid growing; orchid raffle; orchids and orchid-related items for sale from our vendors. Please note the different starting times of the orchid sale and show: Orchid sales: 10 am-4:30 pm Sat. & Sun. Orchid show: noon-4:30 pm Sat. Photographer’s hour 9-10 am Sun. 2 pm Sat. and Sun.: Talk: “Orchids 101" 3 pm Sat., “Orchid pests and diseases” 3 pm Sun.: “How to Repot Your Orchid.”
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »New Dahlia Introductions
A video presentation on new dahlias at 1, followed by an auction of members new 2020 dahlias. Includes information on how to grow and care for dahlias.
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »April 2020
Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Spring Flowering Shrubs
Two Ann Arbor garden clubs share their knowledge about the varieties of flowering spring shrubs. Presented by Ann Arbor Garden Club & Rhododendron Society Ann Arbor Chapter. Free.
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »African Violets, Gesneriads, Terrarium and Fairy Garden Plants Display and Sale
Includes a free hands-on workshop at 10:45 am. Class participants receive a free leaf packet to try their hand at propagating African violets from just a leaf.
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Relaxing with Herbs
Relax with herbal teas and items you can make at home such as bath salts, bath milks, and sachets. Program includes free handouts. Presented by Madolyn Kaminski, Advanced Master Gardener.
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Elzada Clover Day
Elzada Clover was a pioneering botanist and the first woman to successfully raft down the Colorado River. She collected plants from her trip to bring back to the University of Michigan. Learn how she prepared for her trip to the desert and then make a desert plant terrarium to take home. 20-YE-04 $10.00/child includes all materials. Recommended ages 5-12.
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Catching Your Breath
A free monthly program for caregivers of adults with memory loss. Designed for learning skills for continued health and well-being. Info and to register: 734.936.8803.
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Package Bee Installation
A2B2 members discuss the all-important step of installing a package of bees.
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Ikebana: Japanese Flower Arranging
Create your own seasonal Ikebana arrangement with help from a certified instructor. $20 fee covers flowers and instructor. Please email 2 weeks prior to each class to receive an e-invite to attend. Attendance limited to 25. Info: a2ikebana@gmail.com.
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Garden Ambassador Volunteer Training 2020
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 and trainings are led by our horticulturists throughout the season. Shifts are variable based on the specific Ambassador program. May-October time frame is typical however. Click the volunteer job titles below for full PDF descriptions.Gaffield Children’s Garden Ambassador (NEW!): Training on Sat, April 18th (8am-12pm)* at Matthaei Botanical GardensGarden Ambassador (REVISED!): Training on Sat, April 18th…
Find out more »Groovy Great Lakes
The Great Lakes state of Michigan provides beauty at every turn. Explore what makes our state so wonderful and learn about surprising habitats, plants, and animals that call the Great Lakes home. Create a collage about the beauty of our home state and pot up seeds to attract Michigan caterpillars and butterflies. 20-YE-05 $10.00/child includes all materials. Recommended ages 6-12.
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Writing Orchid Award Descriptions
An American Orchid Society video that teaches judges terminology and sequence of items in writing an awards description. Time permitting: a closer look at botanical terms used to describe orchid flower parts, coloration, patterns and location of such. Includes a 1 pm orchid judging.
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Modern Systematics and Illuminating Hidden Relationships of Plants
A review and update by U-M Herbarium vascular plant curator Tony Reznicek of the impact on Michigan Flora and plant classification generally of recent work in molecular systematics.
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Adventures in Volunteering: Sierra Club Service Trips
A presentation by Huron Valley Group member, volunteer, and activist Janet Kahan, who recently returned from co-leading a Sierra Club service project in Utah’s Bryce Canyon National Park.
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Annual Dahlia Tuber Sale
Also includes a video on growing dahlias and information on dahlia care.
Find out more »On The Spot Queen Rearing
A presentation by Mel Disselkoen, who developed the on-the-spot technique. Then take a trip to the apiary at Matthaei for demonstrations. Q&A follows.
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
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Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »2020 Mother’s Day Weekend Plant Sale Member Hour
Matthaei-Nichols members, visit the Mother's Day member hour on Saturday, May 9, 9-10 am for a 20% discount on purchases. Hanging baskets and container plantings grown and designed on-site by volunteers and staff. All proceeds benefit Matthaei-Nichols. The two-day sale continues for the general public at 10 on Saturday, May 9, and runs until 4:30. Sun., May 10, 10 am-4:30 pm. Sale location: Matthaei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd., Ann Arbor, MI 48105. Free admission.
Find out more »2020 Spring Artist Market at Matthaei
Local artists and craftspeople offer their unique items for sale at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. A great opportunity to discover the perfect, one-of-a-kind gift for mom. NOTE: No member discount on merchandise. Stay tuned for photos of merchandise and artist listings in spring 2020.
Find out more »2020 Mother’s Day Weekend Plant Sale
Hanging baskets and container plantings grown and designed on-site by volunteers and staff. All proceeds benefit Matthaei-Nichols. Members, visit the member hour on Saturday, May 9, 9-10 am for extra discounts on purchases. Two-day sale runs Sat. & Sun., May 9 & 10, 10 am-4:30 pm at Matthaei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd., Ann Arbor, MI 48105. Free admission.
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Special Member Hour: 2020 Kitchen Favorites Sale
Matthaei-Nichols members enjoy a special pre-sale discount this morning on heirloom vegetables and herbs grown by student Campus Farm volunteers. Join us for coffee, tea, and breakfast munchies, then shop the sale of herbs and vegetables. Receive an additional 10% off purchases (20% total).
Find out more »2020 Kitchen Favorites Sale
A sale of heirloom vegetables and herbs grown by U-M Campus Farm students. Proceeds benefit the Campus Farm and Matthaei-Nichols Plus, Herb Study Group on hand with herb samples and information on growing herbs.
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
Find out more »Magic among the Trees: A Celebration of Shakespeare in the Arb’s Productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
For twenty years, Shakespeare in the Arb has been celebrating the beauty of Nichols Arboretum as a backdrop for a multitude of plays by William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been performed five times, starting from the first year in 2001, then in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and now in 2020 for Shakespeare in the Arb's twentieth year. Shakespeare in the Arb is a collaboration between Nichols Arboretum and the Residential College at the University of Michigan. Director Kate…
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