Create and decorate your own seed packets! Collect seeds from the Botanic Garden and store them safely to use in your own garden next year.
Ages 3 +
Children must be accompanied at all times.
Free child tickets for this event must be booked online. Ticket sales open one week before the event. Adults do not need to book to accompany however please note that adults will be required to pay for Garden entry on arrival.
Create your own spooky bats from pinecones and learn amazing bat facts along the way! Perfect for Halloween or any time you want to celebrate these fascinating creatures of the night.
Ages 3 +
Children must be accompanied at all times.
Free child tickets for this event must be booked online. Ticket sales open one week before the event. Adults do not need to book to accompany however please note that adults will be required to pay for Garden entry on arrival.
Transform leaves, flowers, and petals into stunning nature-inspired butterflies! Bring the beauty of the garden to life with your hands and create a masterpiece that will flutter its way into your heart.
Ages 3 +
Children must be accompanied at all times.
Free child tickets for this event must be booked online. Ticket sales open one week before the event. Adults do not need to book to accompany however please note that adults will be required to pay for Garden entry on arrival.
Explore the fresh and fabulous mint family! Find out which plants are part of this cool group, create beautiful leaf prints, and enjoy some tasty mint treats along the way!
Ages 3 +
Children must be accompanied at all times.
Free child tickets for this event must be booked online. Ticket sales open one week before the event. Adults do not need to book to accompany however please note that adults will be required to pay for Garden entry on arrival.
Turn kitchen scraps into living plants! Learn how to grow houseplants from the pips and seeds you would usually throw away. It’s fun, easy and a great way to add some greenery to your home!
Ages 3 +
Children must be accompanied at all times.
Free child tickets for this event must be booked online. Ticket sales open one week before the event. Adults do not need to book to accompany however please note that adults will be required to pay for Garden entry on arrival.
Buzz into the world of bees! Discover cool facts about these amazing pollinators, create your own bee craft to take home and show off your newfound bee knowledge!
Ages 3 +
Children must be accompanied at all times.
Free child tickets for this event must be booked online. Ticket sales open one week before the event. Adults do not need to book to accompany however please note that adults will be required to pay for Garden entry on arrival.
Get to know the superstars of the plant world—succulents! Learn how these tough little plants survive with very little water. Plant your very own succulent and decorate its pot then take it home.
Ages 3 +
Children must be accompanied at all times.
Free child tickets for this event must be booked online. Ticket sales open one week before the event. Adults do not need to book to accompany however please note that adults will be required to pay for Garden entry on arrival.
Take a closer look at the tiny world of pollen through a microscope! Learn fascinating pollen facts, then unleash your creativity by making a unique pollen-inspired artwork to show off at home.
Ages 3 +
Children must be accompanied at all times.
Free child tickets for this event must be booked online. Ticket sales open one week before the event. Adults do not need to book to accompany however please note that adults will be required to pay for Garden entry on arrival.
Explore the wonderful world of winter plants! Discover the magic of scented winter plants and create your own bath potions inspired by these delightful smells to take home for a relaxing treat.
Ages 3 +
Children must be accompanied at all times.
Free child tickets for this event must be booked online. Ticket sales open one week before the event. Adults do not need to book to accompany however please note that adults will be required to pay for Garden entry on arrival.
At the Disability Friendly Opening, the museum will be open exclusively for families with children with sensory sensitivities. This event is aimed at children with special educational needs who usually find visiting museums overwhelming due to conditions that affect their sensory processing and/or have a developmental disability.
