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Storytime at the Gardens

Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a creative craft at the Gardens!

Japanese Garden Tour

Take a stroll with Norm Geisinger, an experienced tour guide and Japanese Garden horticultural volunteer, as he points out unique cultural installations, water features, and unique plant forms.

Animal, Vegetable, Junk

Join us for our "Thyme to Read" book club, a monthly gathering hosted by the Library at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens.

Artists Reception: The Art Therapy Program at Ascension St. Vincent’s Bruno Cancer Center

During November and December enjoy artworks created by participants in the Art Therapy Program at Ascension St. Vincent's Birmingham Bruno Cancer Center. This art gallery can be found in the hallway leading to the Library at the Gardens in our Garden Center. Join us for a special artists reception! Friday, November 4 | 5:30–7:30 p.m.…

Garlic Planting Workshop

Garlic is a unique fall crop well suited for the urban landscape. Learn about the most productive varieties for Alabama and ways to prepare this delicious ingredient.

Poinsettia Pastels

Create poinsettias with pastels! We'll meet in our Adventure Classroom and visit the conservatory to allow you to experience the wonder of the Gardens' poinsettia tree. Completed art pieces will be finished with a mat frame and ribbon. These are perfect for a keepsake or gift.  Interested? "Poinsettia Pastels" is also offered Saturday, December 3.

Poinsettia Pastels

Visit the Conservatory to experience the wonder of the Gardens’ poinsettia tree and use your inspiration to create poinsettias with pastels. Completed art pieces will be finished with a mat frame and ribbon. These are perfect for a keepsake or gift.  This class has been canceled. Please check our calendar for other offerings.

Murder in the Secret Garden

Join us for our "Thyme to Read" book club, a monthly gathering hosted by the Library at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens.

Poinsettia Care & Craft

Poinsettias are a decorative staple throughout the holiday season. Learn how to care for this dynamic plant during the rest of the year, and make a paper craft to take home.

Make a Driftwood Planter

Design a magnet or planter out of driftwood for your new air plant (Tillandsia spp.). Interested? "Make a Driftwood Air Planter" is also offered Thursday, December 15.

Make a Driftwood Planter

Design a magnet or planter out of driftwood for your new air plant (Tillandsia spp.). Interested? "Make a Driftwood Air Planter" is also offered Wednesday, December 14.