Taijiquan: Intermediate
Join us as we explore the art of well-being through the Chinese martial art of Taijiquan (Tai Chi).
Programs & Events
306 events found.
Vinyasa Yoga
A vinyasa-style yoga class based on the tradition of combining sequencing of movements with breath.
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a creative craft at the Gardens!
Young Artists at the Gardens
Join us for our week long summer camp!
Taijiquan: Intermediate
Join us as we explore the art of well-being through the Chinese martial art of Taijiquan (Tai Chi).
Vinyasa Yoga
A vinyasa-style yoga class based on the tradition of combining sequencing of movements with breath.
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a creative craft at the Gardens!
Super STEAM Gardeners
Join us for our week long summer camp!
Taijiquan: Intermediate
Join us as we explore the art of well-being through the Chinese martial art of Taijiquan (Tai Chi).
Ten Tomatoes That Changed The World
A monthly gathering hosted by the Library at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
Vinyasa Yoga
A vinyasa-style yoga class based on the tradition of combining sequencing of movements with breath.
Lunch & Learn: Moon Tree Project
Learn about the special Moon Tree that resides at Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Led by Library assistant and archivist Jason Kirby
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a creative craft at the Gardens!
Taijiquan: Intermediate
Join us as we explore the art of well-being through the Chinese martial art of Taijiquan (Tai Chi).
Vinyasa Yoga
A vinyasa-style yoga class based on the tradition of combining sequencing of movements with breath.
iPhone Photography Workshop
Take your smartphone photography to the next level and learn how to cultivate the power of the phone camera to harvest strong photographs of your favorite subjects!
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a creative craft at the Gardens!
Adventures with Winnie the Pooh and Friends
Join us for this week long summer camp!
Growing through Yoga
Join us for this week long summer camp!
Houseplant Care Workshop
Join House Plant Collective’s owner, Jessica Watts for an informative houseplant workshop. Learn tips and tricks to growing houseplants in your own space.
Taijiquan: Intermediate
Join us as we explore the art of well-being through the Chinese martial art of Taijiquan (Tai Chi).
Vinyasa Yoga
A vinyasa-style yoga class based on the tradition of combining sequencing of movements with breath.
iPhone Photography Workshop
Take your smartphone photography to the next level and learn how to cultivate the power of the phone camera to harvest strong photographs of your favorite subjects!
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a creative craft at the Gardens!
Summer Garden Chefs
Join us for this week long summer camp!
Taijiquan: Intermediate
Join us as we explore the art of well-being through the Chinese martial art of Taijiquan (Tai Chi).
Vinyasa Yoga
A vinyasa-style yoga class based on the tradition of combining sequencing of movements with breath.
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a creative craft at the Gardens!
Vinyasa Yoga
A vinyasa-style yoga class based on the tradition of combining sequencing of movements with breath.
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a creative craft at the Gardens!
Tanabata Festival
Join us for Tanabata, a Japanese festival celebrating the alignment of two stars normally separated by the Milky Way. Hosted in partnership with the Japan-America Society of Alabama and the Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens, we invite you to hang a special wish on tanzaku (colorful paper strips) in our Japanese Garden.
Summer Garden Chefs
Join us for this week long summer camp!
Taijiquan: Intermediate
Join us as we explore the art of well-being through the Chinese martial art of Taijiquan (Tai Chi).
Bay Boy: Stories of a Childhood in Point Clear Alabama
A monthly gathering hosted by the Library at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
Vinyasa Yoga
A vinyasa-style yoga class based on the tradition of combining sequencing of movements with breath.
STEM Teacher Professional Development Workshop
This workshop is designed to support elementary school teachers as they work to implement STEM themed lessons in their classrooms.
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a creative craft at the Gardens!
Family Yoga
This energetic class focuses on strength and balance, plus breathing exercises to help foster calm and focus.
Fairy Garden Fun
Join us for this week long summer camp!
Taijiquan: Intermediate
Join us as we explore the art of well-being through the Chinese martial art of Taijiquan (Tai Chi).
Vinyasa Yoga
A vinyasa-style yoga class based on the tradition of combining sequencing of movements with breath.
Fairy Garden Workshop
Enjoy a glass of wine with friends while you make a summer cottage for the fairies in your garden using durable outside materials for sheltered areas or inside your sunroom.
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a creative craft at the Gardens!
Super STEAM Gardeners
Join us for this week long summer camp!
Taijiquan: Intermediate
Join us as we explore the art of well-being through the Chinese martial art of Taijiquan (Tai Chi).
Vinyasa Yoga
A vinyasa-style yoga class based on the tradition of combining sequencing of movements with breath.
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a creative craft at the Gardens!
Taijiquan: Intermediate
Join us as we explore the art of well-being through the Chinese martial art of Taijiquan (Tai Chi).
The Story of More
A monthly gathering hosted by the Library at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
Vinyasa Yoga
A vinyasa-style yoga class based on the tradition of combining sequencing of movements with breath.
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a creative craft at the Gardens!
Taijiquan: Intermediate
Join us as we explore the art of well-being through the Chinese martial art of Taijiquan (Tai Chi).
Vinyasa Yoga
A vinyasa-style yoga class based on the tradition of combining sequencing of movements with breath.
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a creative craft at the Gardens!
Taijiquan: Intermediate
Join us as we explore the art of well-being through the Chinese martial art of Taijiquan (Tai Chi).
Vinyasa Yoga
A vinyasa-style yoga class based on the tradition of combining sequencing of movements with breath.
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a creative craft at the Gardens!
Family Yoga
This energetic class focuses on strength and balance, plus breathing exercises to help foster calm and focus.
Taijiquan: Intermediate
Join us as we explore the art of well-being through the Chinese martial art of Taijiquan (Tai Chi).
Vinyasa Yoga
A vinyasa-style yoga class based on the tradition of combining sequencing of movements with breath.
Lunch & Learn: ACES Vegetable Trial 2023
Gain insight into Alabama Cooperative Extension System’s latest intentional effort to provide science-based answers to production-related issues by completing cultivar variety trials in the Bruno Vegetable Garden of Birmingham Botanical Garden. Led by Bethany O’Rear, Regional Extension Agent
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a creative craft at the Gardens!
Taijiquan: Intermediate
Join us as we explore the art of well-being through the Chinese martial art of Taijiquan (Tai Chi).
Vinyasa Yoga
A vinyasa-style yoga class based on the tradition of combining sequencing of movements with breath.
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a creative craft at the Gardens!
Taijiquan: Intermediate
Join us as we explore the art of well-being through the Chinese martial art of Taijiquan (Tai Chi).
Blue Dahlia
A monthly gathering hosted by the Library at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
Vinyasa Yoga
A vinyasa-style yoga class based on the tradition of combining sequencing of movements with breath.
Fall Plant Sale 2023: Member Shopping
Enjoy first dibs on our Fall Plant Sale and pick up your annual Member Plant Gift!
Fall Plant Sale 2023
Get ready for fall planting, talk with experts, and support a great cause!
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a creative craft at the Gardens!
Fall Plant Sale 2023
Get ready for fall planting, talk with experts, and support a great cause!
Taijiquan: Intermediate
Join us as we explore the art of well-being through the Chinese martial art of Taijiquan (Tai Chi).
Vinyasa Yoga
A vinyasa-style yoga class based on the tradition of combining sequencing of movements with breath.
Cool Season Vegetable Gardening
Explore the art and science of cultivating a thriving fall and winter garden by mastering the perfect timing for planting a variety of cool season vegetable species.
Alabama Orchid Society Sale & Show
The Alabama Orchid Society in partnership with the Huntsville Orchid Society will be hosting their annual orchid show and sale September 15–17 at Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Come see beautiful orchid displays, orchids in bloom, and vendors with orchids for sale. Friday, September 15 | 9 a.m.–5 p.m. (Orchid sale only)Saturday, September 16 | 9 a.m.–5…
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a creative craft at the Gardens!
Family Yoga
This energetic class focuses on strength and balance, plus breathing exercises to help foster calm and focus.
Family Creative Movement Class
This energetic class focuses on strength and balance, plus breathing exercises to help foster calm and focus.
Taijiquan: Intermediate
Join us as we explore the art of well-being through the Chinese martial art of Taijiquan (Tai Chi).
Vinyasa Yoga
A vinyasa-style yoga class based on the tradition of combining sequencing of movements with breath.
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a creative craft at the Gardens!
Taijiquan: Intermediate
Join us as we explore the art of well-being through the Chinese martial art of Taijiquan (Tai Chi).
Vinyasa Yoga
A vinyasa-style yoga class based on the tradition of combining sequencing of movements with breath.
Shop the Show with Michael Diaz-Griffith
Let 2023 Show Ambassador Michael Diaz-Griffith be your guide through our 2023 Antiques at the Gardens dealer booths.
Antiques at the Gardens: Dealer Booths Open
Antiques at the Gardens 2023 is delighted to welcome celebrated antiques dealers from across the nation.
LOVE IT OR HATE IT
Sponsored by Visual Comfort & Co. A returning audience favorite, Love or Hate It is an interactive debate in which expert designers give their honest and sometimes hilarious opinions on today’s popular design trends. Book signings to follow. Our panelists and moderator include Become a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission…
The Art of Hospitality
From logistics to linens, hear from experts and tastemakers whose guidance can help craft an evocative signature event reflective of its hosts’ personality and individual style. Book signings to follow. Our panelists and moderator are Zoë de Givenchy, founder and creative director of luxury European home and table brand Z.d.G. and a champion for old-…
Antiques at the Gardens: Dealer Booths Open
Antiques at the Gardens 2023 is delighted to welcome celebrated antiques dealers from across the nation.
Sunday with Richard Keith Langham
Antiques at the Gardens Ambassador and Alabama native Richard Keith Langham has been a force in the decorating world for more than 30 years. Langham’s keen eye and ebullient talent serve well in assembling his signature rooms—those that speak to the past in a fresh way and are brimming with luscious color, pattern, and couture…
The Art of the Home
How does design—architecture, interiors, and gardens—communicate to create memorable and liveable spaces? Our panel of experts explore the design choices that elevate a home to its greatest potential. Book signings to follow. Our panelists and moderator include Bill Brockschmidt and Courtney Coleman, founders of interior design studio Brockschmidt & Coleman, whose work brings a focus…
Taijiquan: Intermediate
Join us as we explore the art of well-being through the Chinese martial art of Taijiquan (Tai Chi).
Vinyasa Yoga
A vinyasa-style yoga class based on the tradition of combining sequencing of movements with breath.
Composting Class
Discover the secrets of turning kitchen scraps and yard waste into "black gold" for your garden in this engaging and educational composting class. Join us for a hands-on experience that will teach you the art and science of composting, and equip you with the skills to transform organic materials into nutrient-rich compost to nourish your plants and reduce waste.
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a creative craft at the Gardens!
Taijiquan: Intermediate
Join us as we explore the art of well-being through the Chinese martial art of Taijiquan (Tai Chi).
The Poison Squad: One Chemist’s Single-Minded Crusade for Food Safety at the Turn of the Twentieth Century
A monthly gathering hosted by the Library at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
Vinyasa Yoga
A vinyasa-style yoga class based on the tradition of combining sequencing of movements with breath.
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a creative craft at the Gardens!
33rd Annual Walk To Remember
Each October as part of Perinatal Loss Month, families who have experienced infant loss are invited to join Little Ones Memory Garden volunteers for a time of reflection and healing amid the beauty of nature.
Taijiquan: Intermediate
Join us as we explore the art of well-being through the Chinese martial art of Taijiquan (Tai Chi).
Vinyasa Yoga
A vinyasa-style yoga class based on the tradition of combining sequencing of movements with breath.
Dixie African Violet Show
Join the Dixie African Violet Society for their annual convention: "Its a Garden Affair" and sale in the Garden Center's auditorium. Friday, October 20 | 1–5 p.m. Saturday, October 21 | 8 a.m.—3 p.m.
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a creative craft at the Gardens!
Nature Journaling
Bring along a sketchbook and pencil, and learn how to record observations of nature with your own drawings and words.
Taijiquan: Intermediate
Join us as we explore the art of well-being through the Chinese martial art of Taijiquan (Tai Chi).
Vinyasa Yoga
A vinyasa-style yoga class based on the tradition of combining sequencing of movements with breath.
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a creative craft at the Gardens!
Taijiquan: Intermediate
Join us as we explore the art of well-being through the Chinese martial art of Taijiquan (Tai Chi).
Kyle Lybarger – Native Habitat Project
Join the Little Garden Club for a special talk from guest speaker Kyle Lybarger, content educator and founder of the Native Habitat Project–which aims to educate and support habitat restoration efforts across Alabama.
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a creative craft at the Gardens!
Taijiquan: Intermediate
Join us as we explore the art of well-being through the Chinese martial art of Taijiquan (Tai Chi).
Anthill by E.O. Wilson
A monthly gathering hosted by the Library at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
Taijiquan: Intermediate
Join us as we explore the art of well-being through the Chinese martial art of Taijiquan (Tai Chi).
Taijiquan: Intermediate
Join us as we explore the art of well-being through the Chinese martial art of Taijiquan (Tai Chi).
Taijiquan: Intermediate
Join us as we explore the art of well-being through the Chinese martial art of Taijiquan (Tai Chi).
Wreath-Making with Mark Thompson from Shoppe
Join the Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens' Junior Board for this signature holiday event. Join us for this special wreath-making workshop at the Gardens and let florist Mark Thompson, owner of Shoppe, help you ring in the holidays. Add your own creative touches as Mark guides you and shares favorite tips. Greenery and other materials…
The Recipe Box
Join us for our "Thyme to Read" book club, a monthly gathering hosted by the Library at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
Taijiquan: Intermediate
Join us as we explore the art of well-being through the Chinese martial art of Taijiquan (Tai Chi).
Connecting to What’s Next: A Design Vision for the Future of the Red Rock Trail System
Join us for "Connecting to What's Next: A Design Vision for the Future of the Red Rock Trail System®" at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens on Thursday, December 7th. This moderated discussion features Robert Finkel, Auburn University's award-winning graphic designer of Red Rock's new mapping, wayfinding, and signage system, and Matt Hayes, project lead on the…
Taijiquan: Intermediate
Join us as we explore the art of well-being through the Chinese martial art of Taijiquan (Tai Chi).
En Plein Air
Join us for a delightful artistic experience amidst the serene beauty of the Gardens! Learn the basics of en plein air painting with local landscape artist, Caroline Gray. Previous experience with oil painting is required. Participants should bring their own painting supplies. Easels will be provided. Let the natural world inspire you as you translate…
Members Only: Children’s Holiday Storytime
Members of the Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens at the Family level and above are invited to the Gardens for a reading of "The Shortest Day" by Susan Cooper and illustrated by Carson Ellis, followed by a simple holiday craft. Newbery Medalist Susan Cooper's iconic solstice poem captures the magic behind returning seasonal light, holiday…
Taijiquan: Intermediate
Join us as we explore the art of well-being through the Chinese martial art of Taijiquan (Tai Chi).
Chinese Menu: the History, Myths, and Legends Behind Your Favorite Foods
Join us for our "Thyme to Read" book club, a monthly gathering hosted by the Library at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
Build Your Own Rain Barrel
In Birmingham when it rains, it pours! Learn to capture and save rainwater for when you need it by joining horticulturist Keith Turney for a do-it-yourself rain barrel workshop. See how to construct a rain barrel and take home your creation when you’re done! Cost of registration covers project materials and instruction. No tools or…
Birmingham Fern Society Monthly Meeting
Join the Birmingham Fern Society for their monthly meeting in the Garden Center's Conference Room and enjoy a presentation on Propagation by Layering with speaker Ken Hall! Become a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect, nurture, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support!
Caring for Gardening Tools
Winter is a great time to restore your well-loved gardening tools. Learn how to properly store, clean, and sharpen your hand tools with this hands-on workshop. Correctly caring for and maintaining your tools will increase their longevity and the health of your plants. Bring along a pair of used pruners, a trowel, loppers, or a…
Early Camellias in Louisiana 1825-1860
Join the Birmingham Camellia Society with guest speaker F. Wayne Stromeyer, M.D. on a presentation for early camellias in Louisiana 1825–1860. Become a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect, nurture, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support!
From a Pickle to a Plan: How to Craft a Design for Your Garden
Every garden has those special spots that stump us. From varying cultural conditions to different functional needs, there are so many variables at play in a landscape. Join Molly Hendry, a Birmingham-based garden designer and horticulturist, as she unpacks the overarching principles of design and teaches you how to apply them to your own garden.…
Tiny Makers at the Gardens (10:30 a.m)
This series is made up of five, one-hour, child-led art playgroups where children are given the opportunity to explore and enjoy art with the help of their caregiver. We ask that caregivers stay and assist their children as they experiment with and enjoy creating. For ages 16 months–3 years | Limited to 10 children with…
Portrait Photography Workshop
Year-round, the Gardens provide so many beautiful backdrops for the perfect portrait. This class goes over the basic principles and topics of portrait photography-manual settings, lighting, posing, and more.
Birnam Wood
Join us for our "Thyme to Read" book club, a monthly gathering hosted by the Library at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
Tiny Makers at the Gardens (10:30 a.m)
This series is made up of five, one-hour, child-led art playgroups where children are given the opportunity to explore and enjoy art with the help of their caregiver. We ask that caregivers stay and assist their children as they experiment with and enjoy creating. For ages 16 months–3 years | Limited to 10 children with…
Valentine’s Day Tablescapes
Join us in the Ireland Room for a Valentine’s Day mimosa and enjoy a tablescape demonstration with Kathleen Varner, owner of Birmingham-based Petals and Props. Participants will create a floral centerpiece for the Valentine’s Day table in this engaging workshop. Become a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect, nurture,…
Tiny Makers at the Gardens (10:30 a.m)
This series is made up of five, one-hour, child-led art playgroups where children are given the opportunity to explore and enjoy art with the help of their caregiver. We ask that caregivers stay and assist their children as they experiment with and enjoy creating. For ages 16 months–3 years | Limited to 10 children with…
Tiny Makers at the Gardens (10:30 a.m)
This series is made up of five, one-hour, child-led art playgroups where children are given the opportunity to explore and enjoy art with the help of their caregiver. We ask that caregivers stay and assist their children as they experiment with and enjoy creating. For ages 16 months–3 years | Limited to 10 children with…
Celebrating Anne Spencer House & Garden
We are thrilled to welcome Shaun Spencer-Hester, the executive director and curator of the Anne Spencer House & Garden Museum in Lynchburg, VA as our distinguished guest speaker for a truly inspiring evening.
Southern Tales 2024
Join us for retelling of A Sweet Strangeness Thrills My Heart: The Journal of Sallie Independence Foster, 1861–1887 with storyteller Dolores Hydock and musician Bobby Horton! Sallie Independence Foster was 12-years-old and living in Florence, Alabama in 1861 when the Civil War began. She was keeping a diary at the time, and kept on keeping…
Tiny Makers at the Gardens (10:30 a.m)
This series is made up of five, one-hour, child-led art playgroups where children are given the opportunity to explore and enjoy art with the help of their caregiver. We ask that caregivers stay and assist their children as they experiment with and enjoy creating. For ages 16 months–3 years | Limited to 10 children with…
Eating to Extinction: The World’s Rarest Foods and Why We Need to Save Them
Join us for our "Thyme to Read" book club, a monthly gathering hosted by the Library at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
Home-Grown Tomatoes
Dive into the vibrant world of tomatoes alongside Regional Extension Agent and tomato connoisseur, Chip East.
Women of Kaul Wildflower Garden
Travel through time and nature to celebrate Women’s History Month with us! Join horticulturist and landscape designer, Molly Hendry as she shares the rich history of the Kaul Wildflower Garden, a 4-acre garden created here in the mid-1960s by a passionate group of women who set out to pay tribute to Alabama’s remarkable biodiversity. As…
Planting Pollinators and Keeping Bees
What’s all the buzz? Come learn about beekeeping with Regional Extension Agent, Olivia Fuller. Olivia will talk about attracting and caring for pollinators in your backyard.
Sakura Cherry Blossom Festival
Join the Japan-America Society of Alabama and the Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens in celebrating the Sakura Cherry Blossom Festival! This family-friendly event will feature cultural exhibits and activities for all ages.
Right Plant, Right Place
Regional Extension Agent, Bethany O’Rear will expertly tackle the age-old question: what to plant and where to plant it.
The Garden of Small Beginnings
Join us for our "Thyme to Read" book club, a monthly gathering hosted by the Library at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
Spencer Lecture: The Gardens of Bunny Mellon
Authors of “Garden Secrets of Bunny Mellon,” Thomas Lloyd and Bryan Huffman, will join us to talk about the amazing legacy that Rachel Lambert "Bunny" Mellon left to the world of style and horticulture, including designing the White House Rose Garden, and assisting with the restoration of the Potager du Roi (King’s Kitchen Garden) at…
Bunny Mellon Style
Join us to celebrate Bunny Mellon's rich design, through first-hand insights from her grandson, Thomas Lloyd, and a close personal friend, Bryan Huffman, authors of "Bunny Mellon Style." Enjoy light bites and charming conversations! Become a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect, nurture, and share the wonders of Birmingham…
Basics of Tree Selection
Join us for a Saturday afternoon talk with Dr. Georgios Arseniou, Assistant Professor & Extension Specialist of Urban forestry in the College of Forestry, Wildlife, and Environment at Auburn University and the Alabama Cooperative Extension System.
Spring Plant Sale: Members Only
Enjoy priority shopping at our popular Spring Plant Sale as a member of the Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens!
Spring Plant Sale
Enjoy the Friends of BBG's 2024 Spring Plant Sale!
Houseplants 101
Join House Plant Collective’s owner, Jessica Watts for an informative houseplant workshop. Learn tips and tricks to growing houseplants in your own space.
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a creative craft at the Gardens!
A Painting in a Pot: Creating Spring Container Gardens
Join Gloria Clemmenson as she demonstrates her creative approach to container gardening using principles of color and design. Incorporating Alabama native plants, Gloria will highlight formal and informal arrangements as well as showcase containers for full sun and shade. Students will leave class with an understanding of how to design containers for their setting and…
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
Earth Day at the Gardens
Join the Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens, as we cultivate a passion for plants, gardens, and the environment at our annual Earth Day celebration. This family-friendly event will promote healthy communities, sustainable living, and human wellness through educational dialogue, informational displays, and outdoor activities.
Designing a Potager Garden
Grow your green thumb by joining Tracy Britnell of Just Dig It Farms as she shares the fascinating history, essential elements, and practical techniques for creating a kitchen garden.
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
Paradise Lot
Join us for our "Thyme to Read" book club, a monthly gathering hosted by the Library at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
Organic Gardening Methods with Captain Compost
Join William Cureton aka “Captain Compost” as he shares his practical approach for organic gardening and the variety of ways to use compost.
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
Herbal Tea-Making Workshop
Let’s nurture our well-being together! Join Alexis Kimbrough, the passionate founder of Herban Soul Café, for an enriching lesson on herbs. Discover the wonders of herbal remedies and learn how to blend your own tea. Location: East Room | Instructor: Alexis Kimbrough
The Art of Kokedama
Originating in Japan, kokedama is a unique way to display indoor plants. Create a “living pot” for your plant with Astrid Jerez of Vivatia Plants and Houseplant Collective. All materials are provided.
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
Nature’s Kitchen (Afternoon Camp)
Join us for this week long summer camp!
Late Migrations: A Natural History of Love and Loss
Join us for our "Thyme to Read" book club, a monthly gathering hosted by the Library at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
Around the World (Morning Camp)
Join us for this week long summer camp!
Nature Trivia Night
Test your knowledge of Alabama’s flora and fauna with naturalist Henry Hershey. Enjoy complimentary drinks and compete for a chance to win a captivating prize!
Creating a Backyard Wildlife Habitat
Learn about how Master Gardener Peggy Thompson created a certified backyard wildlife habitat at her home. Gain insights into the essential considerations for planning and nurturing a thriving ecosystem in your own backyard. Join Peggy and Friends’ horticulturist Keith Turney for an inspiring walk through the Kaul Wildflower Garden's new “living bird feeder.”
The Four Elements of Japanese Garden Design
Immerse yourself in the serenity of the Japanese Garden with Friends’ horticulturist Julia Adams. Delve into the four fundamental elements of Japanese Garden design (plants, rock, water, and ornament) while surrounded by the beauty of nature in this outdoor class.
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
Nature & Survival (Two-Day Morning Camp)
Join us for two day summer camp!
STEM Garden Reception
Join us to learn about our statewide STEM curriculum "Cultivate" that is helping k-6 educators incorporate STEM techniques in the classroom. Please provide feedback and tour our reimagined Garden Lab. RSVP, by emailing Director of Education and Community Engagement, Rebecca Stivender. Location: Garden Lab
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
Backyard Wildlife (Morning Camp)
Join us for this week long summer camp!
Cyanotypes: Blueprints From Nature
Join Alecia Martinez from Studio by the Tracks for a maker's workshop
to create your own cyanotype prints. This photographic technique produces stunning indigo-colored images on paper, offering a unique way to capture the beauty of nature without a camera!
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
Cultivating the Practice of Nature Observation
Join teaching artist Melissa Shultz-Jones for a workshop on phenology, the study of natural events in relation to seasonal and climatic changes. Engage in a creative approach to nature observation and document your observations during a guided garden walk. Materials: Please bring a small watercolor notebook that opens flat. All other supplies provided. No artistic…
The Woods of Fannin County
Join us for our "Thyme to Read" book club, a monthly gathering hosted by the Library at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
Tanabata Festival
Join us for Tanabata, a Japanese festival celebrating the alignment of two stars normally separated by the Milky Way. Hosted in partnership with the Japan-America Society of Alabama and the Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens, we invite you to hang a special wish on tanzaku (colorful paper strips) in our Japanese Garden.
Superhero Training Academy (Morning Camp)
Join us for this week long summer camp!
Superhero Training Academy (Afternoon Camp)
Join us for this week long summer camp!
Nature Trivia Night
Test your knowledge of Alabama’s flora and fauna with naturalist Henry Hershey. Enjoy complimentary drinks and compete for a chance to win a captivating prize!
Tomato Troubleshooting and Taste Testing Extravaganza!
Bring your best-tasting homegrown tomato and participate in a blind taste test to determine the most delicious variety! Join Chilton County Alabama Cooperative Extension Agent, David Lawrence, as he shares insights and tips on tomato troubleshooting.
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
Water Wonders (Morning Camp)
Join us for this week long summer camp!
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
Art in the Gardens (Morning Camp)
Join us for this week long summer camp!
What About Native Bees?
Discover the fascinating world of native bees with Dana Hazen, Director of Planning, Building & Sustainability for the City of Mountain Brook. Learn about the vital role these bees play in sustaining native plant and pollinator communities in our region.
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
Summer Lawn Care and Turf Alternatives
Lawns are a beautiful element of landscaping but require considerable maintenance. Join expert Talladega County Extension Agent Jacob Turner to learn how to care for your lawn and explore sustainable turf alternatives that require less upkeep.
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
Beneficial Insects vs. Garden Pests
Before taking action against insects in your garden, learn to identify beneficial insects from pests! Join Jefferson County Regional Extension Agent Bethany O’Rear to discover common beneficial insects and effective pest management strategies.
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
Creating Drip Irrigation for Containers and Raised Beds
Make the task of watering numerous container plants and raised beds easy and efficient in this hands-on workshop with Dani Caroll, Regional Extension Agent for homegrounds, gardens, and pests. Dani makes doing the work of gardening fun!
Nature Trivia Night
Test your knowledge of Alabama’s flora and fauna with naturalist Henry Hershey. Enjoy complimentary drinks and compete for a chance to win a captivating prize!
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
Alabama Drought Tolerant Landscapes
Learn essential strategies for planning and implementing a water-efficient landscape in Alabama's summer heat. Join Regional Extension Agents Bethany O’Rear and Jacob Turner to explore drought-tolerant landscape plants perfect for your garden.
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
A Botanist’s Guide to Parties and Poisons
Join us for our "Thyme to Read" book club, a monthly gathering hosted by the Library at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
Fall Plant Sale 2024: Member Shopping
Enjoy first dibs on our Fall Plant Sale and pick up your annual Member Plant Gift!
Fall Plant Sale 2024
Get ready for fall planting, talk with experts, and support a great cause!
Fall Plant Sale 2024
Get ready for fall planting, talk with experts, and support a great cause!
A Survey of Ferns
Charles Murray and Louise Billings of the Birmingham Fern Society will discuss the strengths and weaknesses of various hardy ferns, spotlight their favorites, and share important lessons they have learned in the garden.
Nature Trivia Night
Test your knowledge of Alabama’s flora and fauna with naturalist Henry Hershey. Enjoy complimentary drinks and compete for a chance to win a captivating prize!
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
Growing Fall Greens & Root Veggies
What grows best in a fall garden? When is too late to plant? Learn best practices forgrowing fall greens and root vegetables in central Alabama. Regional Extension AgentHolt Akers-Campbell will share tips for garden preparation, planting dates, and maintenance particular to these cool-season vegetables. A demonstration and discussion will take place in Bruno Vegetable Garden…
Fall Community Harvest!
Harvest time at the Gardens is the perfect opportunity to get your hands dirty and afun way to contribute to our community! Join Specialty Garden Horticulturist Katelyn Bahr in the vegetable garden for our end-of-summer harvest. Produce goes to The Foundry Ministries, a drug and alcohol rehabilitation program. Location: Bruno Vegetable Garden
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
Alabama Orchid Society Sale & Show
The Alabama Orchid Society in partnership with the Huntsville Orchid Society will be hosting their annual orchid show and sale September 20–22 at Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Come see beautiful orchid displays, orchids in bloom, and vendors with orchids for sale. Friday, September 20 | 9 a.m.–5 p.m. (Orchid sale only)Saturday, September 21 | 9 a.m.–5…
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
Passalong Plants: Botanical Heirlooms
Passalong plants span generations as they are shared among neighbors, friends, and family members. Director of Longleaf Botanical Gardens and Urban Regional Extension Agent Hayes Jackson will showcase an array of passalong plants and work with participants on dividing, taking cuttings, and growing seedlings in this hands-on workshop. Registrants will receive a plant to take…
Antiques at the Gardens
Save the date for the Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens’ 18th-annual Antiques at the Gardens show in fall 2024! Created by a committee of 150 dedicated volunteers, Birmingham’s premier antiques show includes talks by internationally acclaimed interior designers, floral designers, architects, and furniture designers. The show also welcomes celebrated antique dealers offering furniture, fine art, vintage and fine…
Antiques at the Gardens: Dealer Booths Open
Antiques at the Gardens 2024 is delighted to welcome celebrated antiques dealers from across the nation.
Red Diamond Lecture: Life in the Gardens
Considered one of the most talented names in design, Bunny Williams is an accomplished businesswoman, entrepreneur, author, and philanthropist. A lover of dogs, gardens, and china, Bunny’s knowledge and expertise are on par with her enjoyment of life. She launched her eponymous firm following a 22-year apprenticeship with the esteemed Parish-Hadley Associates. Her business, Bunny…
Red Diamond Lecture: Building a Home to Last
Award-winning architect Gil Schafer is one of the country’s leading practitioners of contemporary classical architecture and one of the most sought-after residential architects working today. He is a member of Architectural Digest’s AD100, a winner of VERANDA’s “Art of Design Award,” a recipient of the Arthur Ross Award for Architecture, and the subject of the recent…
Antiques at the Gardens: Dealer Booths Open
Antiques at the Gardens 2024 is delighted to welcome celebrated antiques dealers from across the nation.
The Future of Traditional Design
Join us for The Future of Traditional Design. VERANDA Editor-in-Chief, Steele Marcoux will moderate a lively, interactive panel with interior designers and design experts Elizabeth Lawrence, Rudy Saunders, and Elizabeth Pyne Singer. Book signing to follow. Sponsored by Cobbs Allen and PURE Insurance.
Influence and Inspiration
Interior design tastemakers Barry Dixon, Mary McDonald, and Michelle Nussbaumer discuss “Influence and Inspiration” in a panel moderated by Margot Shaw, editor-in-chief of FLOWER Magazine. Book signing to follow. Sponsored by FLOWER.
Floral Workshop: Calvert Crary
Calvert Crary is the Executive Director of FlowerSchool New York and FlowerSchool Los Angeles. After over a decade as a professional photographer, shooting mostly lifestyles and fashion, Calvert made the transition to floral entrepreneur in 2006. Having opened and successfully run three flower businesses in New York City simultaneously, he knows not only his way around…
Antiques at the Gardens: Dealer Booths Open
Antiques at the Gardens 2024 is delighted to welcome celebrated antiques dealers from across the nation.
Design, Style, and Influence
Grab a seat as Alexa Hampton shares her journey into design and the inspirations that shaped her iconic style. Alexa Hampton has been president of Mark Hampton, LLC, her iconic father’s interior design company, since 1998. She has been named one of Architectural Digest’s AD100 Top Interior Designers every year since 2002 and has been…
Designing a Home Together
A once-in-a-lifetime conversation between three creative visionaries as they discuss their concepts when designing a home. Join James F. Carter, Richard Keith Langham, and Ben Page for Designing a Home Together, moderated by Executive Director and CEO of Design Leadership Network, Micheal Diaz Griffith. Sponsored by Paige Albright Orientals and Southern Home Magazine
Beekeeping Basics
Did you know that bee behavior varies greatly across climates? For instance, the busyforaging season for bees will be much longer in the warmer South than it will be in theNorth. In this introductory class, Jeff Lisenby of the Jefferson County Beekeepers Association will discuss honeybee biology and behavior followed by an overview of beekeeping…
Ten Birds That Changed the World
Join us for our "Thyme to Read" book club, a monthly gathering hosted by the Library at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
Introduction to Japanese Maples Featuring Highlights from the Garden’s Collection
Few trees are as beautiful as the “autumn welcoming tree,” or Japanese maple. With thousands of varieties and cultivars, including hybrids, the iconic Japanese maple tree is among the most versatile small trees for use in the landscape. Join us to hear Ross Callaway, longtime Gardens volunteer and Japanese maple enthusiast, tell the story of…
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
The Living Art of Bonsai
Curious about bonsai? Experience this fascinating and living artas a part of the Gardens’ Fall Japanese Gardening Series. You will learn to start, care for and train your very own bonsai in this hands-on workshop with Victor Wilson of the Alabama Bonsai Society. Registrants will receive a dwarf Satsuki azalea to pot and begin training.…
34th Annual Walk To Remember
Each October as part of Perinatal Loss Month, families who have experienced infant loss are invited to join Little Ones Memory Garden volunteers for a time of reflection and healing amid the beauty of nature.
Flicks Among the Flowers
Flicks Among the Flowers is back! This free event features the 1998 movie Halloweentown starring Debbie Reynolds, Kimberly J. Brown, Emily Roeske, and Joey Zimmerman. Movie rating: PG. Gates open at 5 p.m. Come dressed for our costume contest! Bring a blanket or a low-profile lawn chair. The movie begins at sunset (around 6:30 p.m.). Presented by…
Pollinator Artists
Join us for an exciting adventure in the Gardens as we explore native plants and pollinators. Discover the colors that attract pollinators and create art inspired by the Gardens using watercolor and more!
Japanese Pruning Techniques
Learn about the Japanese art of pruning and karikomi, the technique of shearing back shrubs that is a distinctive element of Japanese gardens. Horticulturist Julia Adams directs this hands-on workshop on proper pruning techniques for maples and shrubs in our Japanese Garden. Location: Japanese Garden
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
Birmingham Fern Society Stumpery Grand Opening
Please join us to celebrate the new Stumpery Garden in the Fern Glade—a collection of tree trunks and stumps arranged in such a way as to compliment vast plantings of ferns and mosses, accented by companion plants. Explore this rare specialty garden and meet Fern Society members.
Preparing Your Soil for Spring Planting
Fall is the perfect time to prepare your garden for spring. Improving your soil’s physical and chemical properties is a goal of every gardener as it creates a better environment for plant growth. In this class Friends’ Director of Gardens Support Jane Underwood explains how to determine the current condition of your soil and walks…
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
Techniques in Watercolor Painting
In this workshop centered on the wonder of exploring nature with an artist's eye, local teaching artist and naturalist Melissa Shultz-Jones will guide you through the painting process, beginning with the practice of observation. You will learn essential watercolor techniques, including sketching, composition, color mixing, and painting. No experience is necessary; all levels of expertise…
Wildflower Walk
Boasting more than 200 different species of native plants, the Kaul Wildflower Garden celebrates the diverse flora of Alabama and demonstrates a variety of roles native plants can play in our gardens. Join Senior Horticulturist Keith Turney for an autumn walk among the wildflowers. Keith will focus on the plants that grow in this special…
Endangered Eating: America’s Vanishing Foods
Join us for our "Thyme to Read" book club, a monthly gathering hosted by the Library at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
Back to Nature: Fall Table Arrangements
Try your hand at naturalistic flower arranging with local landscape and floral designer Zachary Westall as your guide. In this two-hour workshop, you will learn how to select seasonal plant materials and properly clip from a plant without damaging it or the environment. Then experiment with composition using unexpected elements along with principles of design…
Fall Bulbs, Spring Flowers
Planting bulbs is a great way to add seasonal color to garden beds and containers. Among the many factors that determine success with bulbs, getting them in the ground at the right time is key. In this class Jefferson County Regional Extension Agent Bethany O’Rear will talk about spring-blooming bulbs including variety selection, soil preparation,…
Herb Garden Chefs
Join us as we explore a scavenger hunt in our new Garden Lab to discover and identify a world of culinary herbs! Chefs will harvest and prepare fresh ingredients to make a special treat. We will discover more as we visit Bruno Vegetable Garden.
Real Food Fake Food
Join us for our "Thyme to Read" book club, a monthly gathering hosted by the Library at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
Wreath-Making Workshop with Zachary Westall
Join us for this special wreath-making workshop at the Gardens with Zachary Westall local landscape and garden designer, to help you ring in the holidays. Add your own creative touches as Zachary guides you and shares favorite tips. Greenery and other materials will be provided. Limited tickets available! Preregistration required. This signature holiday event is…
Linocut Basics: Wildflower Workshop
Perfect for beginners or those looking to refresh their skills, this workshop offers an overview of single-color linocut printing. Teaching artist Jessica Leitch of The Little Red Print Shop will guide you through the fundamental techniques of carving and printing your own relief prints using pre-drawn templates of Alabama wildflowers.All materials and tools provided. Location:…
Create Your Own Desert Terrarium
Take a break from your holiday preparations to create your own mini ecosystem in an engaging make-and-take workshop with Astrid Jerez of Vivatia Plants. You will learn how to craft a desert oasis and make it thrive. This workshop is perfect for low-maintenance plant lovers and small-space gardeners. All materials and tools are provided. (Hint:…
Growing Your Own Mushrooms
Using logs is a wonderful long-term method for mushroom production. Many types of mushrooms can be grown on logs—Shiitake, Oyster, Lion’s Mane, Comb Tooth, Reishi, Olive Oysterling, Nameko, Chestnut, and Turkey Tail, to name a few. Join Urban Regional Extension Agent Bronson Lubresky as he guides you through the basic steps for growing mushrooms using…
The Comfort of Crows
Join us for our "Thyme to Read" book club, a monthly gathering hosted by the Library at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
Caring for Your Gardening Tools
Winter is a great time to restore your well-loved gardening tools. Correctly caring for and maintaining your tools will increase their longevity and the health of your plants. Learn how to properly store, clean, and sharpen your hand tools in this hands-on workshop. Bring along a pair of used pruners, a trowel, loppers, or a…
Discover & Explore: Botanical Still Life
Join teaching artist Erica Scott of Dabble, a Birmingham Arts Studio, in the Gardens’ first Discover and Explore workshop. You will learn drawing techniques using colored pencils and pastels with plenty of time to play! Registrants are asked to bring botanical elements such as prunings, cut flowers, leaves, pine needles, etc., to be assembled in…
Winter Birding in Alabama
You've probably noticed that with the arrival of the shorter, colder days of winter, a new suite of birds has likely arrived in your yards. Current Secretary and long-time member of Alabama Audubon Greg Harber will help you learn to identify these winter visitors and discuss how you can attract them to your yards. This…
2025 Native Plant Conference
Immerse yourself in the ethics and principles of garden design as we “rethink pretty” and explore the ecology of gardening at this year’s Native Plant Conference, Ecological Landscapes. Learn from renowned landscape design experts, horticulturists, conservationists, and visionary thinkers who are shaping sustainable landscapes and offering fresh perspectives on integrating ecological principles in garden design. Meet regional change-makers who actively…
Community Seed Swap
Join the Library at the Gardens in celebrating National Seed Swap Day with a community seed swap!
Annual Member Celebration & John A. Floyd Jr. Lecture
The Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens is pleased to welcome Mike Gibson as the special guest speaker for our annual John A. Floyd Jr. Lecture. Mike is a renowned self-taught property artist, topiarist, and entrepreneur whose work has been featured in botanical gardens and museums across the nation. From a young age, Mike learned from…
The Weird and Wonderful World of Lichens
Have you ever seen a lichen and knew that it was a lichen? Not many people know what lichens are, and who would? They seem as though they are from another planet! Lichens are bizarre organisms, and no two are alike. Join Curtis Hansen, Curator of Plants at the John D. Friedman Herbarium, to learn…
The Twilight Garden
Join us for our "Thyme to Read" book club, a monthly gathering hosted by the Library at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
Taming the Wild: Landscaping with Native Plants
Alabama boasts of some of the richest native flora out of all 50 states, but often, they aren't our go-to landscaping plants. In addition to adding beauty to your garden, native plants help support wildlife and are more adapted to our native soil and climate. Many of us understand the value of natives but have…
Mini Makers at the Gardens
Join us at the Gardens with Erica Scott, Owner of Dabble Arts Studio, for child-led art playgroups where children can create, explore, and enjoy art. We ask that caregivers stay and assist their children as they experiment with and enjoy creating. It will be best to wear clothing that can get messy for these classes.…
Mini Makers at the Gardens
This series consists of five one-hour, child-led art playgroups. During these groups, children are given the opportunity to explore and enjoy art with the help of their caregivers. We ask that caregivers stay and assist their children as they experiment with and enjoy creating. For ages 16 months–3 years | Limited to 10 children with…
Annual Camellia Show
Join the Birmingham Camellia Society for their annual show and competition. Any Birmingham area resident is welcome to enter their camellia blooms, even if the plant variety is unknown. Location: Auditorium Become a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect, nurture, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank…
Winter Birding Adventure
Explore forest habitats at the Gardens, seeking what birds and other wildlife need as we take a nature hike. We will learn to identify birds using our senses. We will make birdseed ornaments you can take home to welcome them to your backyard.
The Origin and Legacies of the English Arts and Crafts Garden
Growing out of a late 19th-century reaction to Victorian design and industrialization, Arts and Crafts gardens became some of the most influential, world-renowned gardens of the turn of the century. They continue to have an enormous influence on how we garden today. Contemporary gardening approaches—garden rooms, using local materials in the hardscape, abundantly planted beds,…
Mini Makers at the Gardens
This series consists of five one-hour, child-led art playgroups. During these groups, children are given the opportunity to explore and enjoy art with the help of their caregivers. We ask that caregivers stay and assist their children as they experiment with and enjoy creating. For ages 16 months–3 years | Limited to 10 children with…
The Art and Science of Field Journaling
What is blooming? Going to seed? Or budding in February? Teaching artist Melissa Shultz-Jones invites you to get curious about the living world of plants on a leisurely stroll in the Gardens. In this workshop, you will experience the joy and intimacy of recording your observations in nature and learn from Melissa as she models…
Mini Makers at the Gardens
Join us at the Gardens with Erica Scott, Owner of Dabble Arts Studio, for child-led art playgroups where children can create, explore, and enjoy art. We ask that caregivers stay and assist their children as they experiment with and enjoy creating. It will be best to wear clothing that can get messy for these classes.…
Propagating Woody Plants
Join us in the Japanese Gardens as horticulturist Julia Adams demonstrates methods of propagating woody plants through grafting and air layering. While these horticultural methods require skill and practice, each can be used to propagate plants that don’t root well from cuttings. In this hands-on workshop, you will practice grafting using Japanese Maples and experiment…
Bicycling with Butterflies: My 10,201-Mile Journey Following the Monarch Migration
Join us for our "Thyme to Read" book club, a monthly gathering hosted by the Library at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
2025 Spencer Lecture
The Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens is excited to welcome leading interiors stylist Mieke ten Have as the special guest speaker for our annual Spencer Lecture. Mieke will share her expertise for creating a compelling and vibrant living space, often using seasonal botanicals and floral artistry in unique ways to accent the natural hues and individual qualities…
2025 Native Plant Conference
Immerse yourself in the ethics and principles of garden design as we “rethink pretty” and explore the ecology of gardening at this year’s Native Plant Conference, Ecological Landscapes. Learn from renowned landscape design experts, horticulturists, conservationists, and visionary thinkers who are shaping sustainable landscapes and offering fresh perspectives on integrating ecological principles in garden design. Meet regional change-makers who actively…
Harvest to Table Dinner
Enjoy a delicious farm fresh dinner at Birmingham Botanical Gardens as part of the Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens’ signature Native Plant Conference.
Spring Wildflower Walk
Dive deep into some of the intriguing spring-time wildflowers and other showy ephemeral plants in the Kaul Wildflower Garden with Senior Horticulturist Keith Turney. On this stroll through the garden, you will learn about the unique groups of plants that give visual interest and provide important food and habitats for wildlife in early spring. Become…
Cherry Blossom Festival
Join the Japan-America Society of Alabama and the Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens in celebrating the Cherry Blossom Festival! This family-friendly event will feature cultural exhibits and activities for all ages.
A Beginner’s Guide to Creating A Flower Bed
Filled with perennials, annuals, and blooming shrubs, a flower garden adds color and dimension to your landscape—and provides an inviting habitat for essential pollinators like birds and butterflies. But if your garden is covered in lawn, you might wonder how to start a flower garden. Join gardening expert Bethany O'Rear as she discusses the basics…
Gathering Moss: A Natural and Cultural History of Mosses
Join us for our “Thyme to Read” book club, a monthly gathering hosted by the Library at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Featured Book: Gathering Moss: A Natural and Cultural History of Mossesby Robin Wall Kimmerer
Warm-Weather Birding in Alabama
Spring offers the best season to observe birds in the garden! In addition to the lovely blooms and sweet scents, many of our resident songbirds busy themselves with establishing territories and building nests. In this class, Alabama Audubon Board Secretary Greg Harber will teach us how to use field marks to identify birds as we…
Spring Plant Sale: Members Only
Enjoy priority shopping at our popular Spring Plant Sale as a member of the Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens!
Spring Plant Sale
Enjoy the Friends of BBG's Annual Spring Plant Sale!
Spring Plant Sale
Enjoy the Friends of BBG's Annual Spring Plant Sale!
Discover & Explore Media Workshops: Painting with Acrylics and Watercolor
Join teaching artist Erica Scott, owner of Dabble art studio, for the next installment of the Gardens' Discover and Explore workshops. This series of art workshops encourages participants to try new things and play with various mediums. In this session, participants will learn tips and tricks for painting with acrylics and watercolors and enjoy the…
Musical Garden Storytime
Bring your little one to enjoy a special storytime filled with music and movement at the Gardens with Musician and Children’s Librarian Alyssa Jewell, a.k.a. The La La Librarian. Following the program, we invite you to let your little ones explore and play in our newly refreshed Garden Lab. Siblings under the age of 18…
Getting To Know Tomatoes
Learn the basics of tomato gardening with horticulturists Julia Adams and Katelyn Bahr. This informative class will explore how to select varieties, care for your plants, and troubleshoot threats like insects and diseases. Bring your questions and leave with your own tomato plant to start your spring vegetable garden! Location: Outdoor Classroom
Creative Movement Class
This energetic class focuses on strength and balance, plus breathing exercises to help foster calm and focus.
Community Spring Planting
Celebrate Earth Day at the Gardens by joining Specialty Garden Horticulturist Katelyn Bahr and fellow community members for the annual planting of the Bruno Vegetable Garden! We will prepare garden beds, plant tomatoes, peppers, eggplants, and okra, and mulch with leaf litter. Location: Bruno Vegetable Garden
Earth Day at the Gardens
Join the Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens, as we cultivate a passion for plants, gardens, and the environment at our annual Earth Day celebration.
Vinyasa Yoga
A vinyasa-style yoga class based on the tradition of combining sequencing of movements with breath.