Calendar of Garden Events
Garden happenings, exhibits, and special events can be found on the calendar below.
Calendar of Events
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Wetlands Tour
Wetlands Tour
Wednesdays, May 1-October 16, 1-2:30 p.m. From ponds and vernal pools to small rivers, on this free staff-led tour, we'll...
2 events,
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
Beekeeping Demo
Beekeeping Demo
Sundays, Tuesdays, & Thursdays, May 2-October 20, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. What's all the buzz about bees? Join us at the...
3 events,
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
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1 event,
Beekeeping Demo
Beekeeping Demo
Sundays, Tuesdays, & Thursdays, May 2-October 20, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. What's all the buzz about bees? Join us at the...
5 events,
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
Certificate In Botanical Arts Orientation
Certificate In Botanical Arts Orientation
Are you interested in learning more about our Certificate In Botanical Arts Program? Enroll in this 60-minute online orientation to...
Native Plant Tour
Native Plant Tour
Mondays, May 6-October 14, 1-2:30 p.m. For a deeper dive into the world of native plants, join our docent-led Native...
10 events,
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
Homeschool Days: Birds (Ages 8-18)
Homeschool Days: Birds (Ages 8-18)
Tuesday, May 7, 10-11:30 a.m. Thursday, May 30, 10-11:30 a.m. Join us on a walk to identify migrating and resident...
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
Homeschool Days: Meet a Horticulturalist (Ages 9-18)
Homeschool Days: Meet a Horticulturalist (Ages 9-18)
Tuesday, May 7, 10-11:30 a.m. Monday, June 3, 2-3:30 p.m. Calling all green-thumbed youth looking to find out more about...
2 events,
Member Insider: Bird Exploration
Member Insider: Bird Exploration
Wednesday, May 8, 7-8:30 a.m. & Wednesday, May 15, 7-8:30 a.m. The early bird gets the worm! Join us at...
Wetlands Tour
Wetlands Tour
Wednesdays, May 1-October 16, 1-2:30 p.m. From ponds and vernal pools to small rivers, on this free staff-led tour, we'll...
5 events,
Member Photography Club
Member Photography Club
Every other Thursday, May 9-October 10 Photography Club is one of the unique perks of being a member. Experience the...
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
Beekeeping Demo
Beekeeping Demo
Sundays, Tuesdays, & Thursdays, May 2-October 20, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. What's all the buzz about bees? Join us at the...
5 events,
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
Horticultural Ecology
Horticultural Ecology
Plants interact with their garden environments, from abiotic influences like temperature, pH, humidity, and sunlight to biotic influences like other plants, animals, fungi, bacteria, and even humans. This two-day hybrid class teaches how plants adapt, compete, and depend on these influences. You'll learn concepts like parasitism, pollination, plant adaptation, and dispersal. Class Level: Intermediate to Advanced.
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
Signs of the Seasons Training
Signs of the Seasons Training
Friday, May 10, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Co-hosted with Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, Maine Sea Grant will offer in-person...
2 events,
Proper Planting: Plants & Practices
Proper Planting: Plants & Practices
Strengthen your gardening skills with a focus on best planting practices in this in-person workshop and demonstration. We'll demonstrate how...
The Lives of Insects Poetry Workshop (Ages 9-14)
The Lives of Insects Poetry Workshop (Ages 9-14)
Join us for an immersive poetry workshop with Wolastoqiyik writer and artist Mihku Paul. Poetry and art are great pathways to learning about nature. In this workshop, we'll explore new perspectives on our insect world through fun writing exercises. From direct observations in the garden and time with our entomologist, participants will document insects they encounter, collecting ideas, sketches, and pictures that will then become the basis for writing a poem or prose. Examples and templates will be provided to aid as a jumping-off place. Students will also be introduced to the Indigenous perspective on nature and learn some Passamaquoddy vocabulary as part of the instruction.
1 event,
Beekeeping Demo
Beekeeping Demo
Sundays, Tuesdays, & Thursdays, May 2-October 20, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. What's all the buzz about bees? Join us at the...
10 events,
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
Homeschool Days: Climate Stories Tour (Ages 10-18)
Homeschool Days: Climate Stories Tour (Ages 10-18)
Monday, May 13, 10-11:30 a.m. Thursday, May 30, 10-11:30 a.m. Explore how climate change is impacting the places we live...
Homeschool Days: Wabanaki Traditions (Ages 8-18)
Homeschool Days: Wabanaki Traditions (Ages 8-18)
Join us for a special walk through our garden and woodlands with Passamaquoddy educator Sandra Bassett. Sandra will share her personal story, demonstrate singing and drumming, and teach a sampling of Passamaquoddy words. Participants will also learn about the traditional uses of some of our native plants. Registration for this program includes admission for one child and one adult. Families who register for multiple programs or register more than one child for the same program, receive a special discounted rate at checkout. Financial Aid is available. Please email Erika Huber at ehuber@mainegardens.org for an application.
4 events,
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
Beekeeping Demo
Beekeeping Demo
Sundays, Tuesdays, & Thursdays, May 2-October 20, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. What's all the buzz about bees? Join us at the...
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
1 event,
Wetlands Tour
Wetlands Tour
Wednesdays, May 1-October 16, 1-2:30 p.m. From ponds and vernal pools to small rivers, on this free staff-led tour, we'll...
4 events,
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
Beekeeping Demo
Beekeeping Demo
Sundays, Tuesdays, & Thursdays, May 2-October 20, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. What's all the buzz about bees? Join us at the...
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
3 events,
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
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1 event,
Beekeeping Demo
Beekeeping Demo
Sundays, Tuesdays, & Thursdays, May 2-October 20, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. What's all the buzz about bees? Join us at the...
5 events,
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
Watercolor Batik with Erica Qualey
Watercolor Batik with Erica Qualey
Watercolor and wax is an exciting combination, and when you add in a delicately textured rice paper, WOW! The results are fantastic and lovely, with rich, bold colors and soft textures created by the natural qualities of rice paper. Erica will lead you step by step through layering paint and wax, teaching you all the skills you need to know to start creating your watercolor batiks. We'll begin with how to choose a good reference photo, how to design a strong composition, and finally, where to apply wax and how to make corrections when you make a mistake. All levels of painters, from beginners to advanced, are encouraged to join the fun. Suitable for teens 14+.
Native Plant Tour
Native Plant Tour
Mondays, May 6-October 14, 1-2:30 p.m. For a deeper dive into the world of native plants, join our docent-led Native...
5 events,
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
Selecting Native Herbaceous Plants
Selecting Native Herbaceous Plants
Presented in three parts, native plant expert Dan Jaffe-Wilder will introduce students to various native perennials to use in garden settings. The course will include two online presentations in May and September and an in-person fieldwork day in July.
Through the series, we will discuss selecting the right plant for the right place in the right combination, using the best quality for the application, cultivation variables, choosing plants for their ecological role, specialized garden communities, aesthetics, propagation, and proper plant procurement. Class Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
Beekeeping Demo
Beekeeping Demo
Sundays, Tuesdays, & Thursdays, May 2-October 20, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. What's all the buzz about bees? Join us at the...
1 event,
Wetlands Tour
Wetlands Tour
Wednesdays, May 1-October 16, 1-2:30 p.m. From ponds and vernal pools to small rivers, on this free staff-led tour, we'll...
4 events,
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
Beekeeping Demo
Beekeeping Demo
Sundays, Tuesdays, & Thursdays, May 2-October 20, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. What's all the buzz about bees? Join us at the...
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
4 events,
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
Trees of Maine: ID, Ecology & Management
Trees of Maine: ID, Ecology & Management
Kick off Memorial Day weekend with this field-study class honoring our northeastern forests and learning more about their fragile ecosystems. Wabanahkik (Dawnland), the broader territory that includes the area now known as Maine, consists of a variety of climate conditions that host an assortment of deciduous and coniferous species valuable to thousands of living organisms. We'll discuss individual tree species, their ecological roles, and management practices that support the health of the living matrix. Class Level: All Levels. Suitable for teens 14+.
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
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2 events,
Silk Painting in Bloom Family Program (Ages 9+)
Silk Painting in Bloom Family Program (Ages 9+)
Unleash your creativity in this family-friendly silk painting workshop lead by artist Erica Qualey. Inspired by the enchanting flowers and...
Beekeeping Demo
Beekeeping Demo
Sundays, Tuesdays, & Thursdays, May 2-October 20, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. What's all the buzz about bees? Join us at the...
4 events,
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
Native Plant Tour
Native Plant Tour
Mondays, May 6-October 14, 1-2:30 p.m. For a deeper dive into the world of native plants, join our docent-led Native...
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
5 events,
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
Beekeeping Demo
Beekeeping Demo
Sundays, Tuesdays, & Thursdays, May 2-October 20, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. What's all the buzz about bees? Join us at the...
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
1 event,
Wetlands Tour
Wetlands Tour
Wednesdays, May 1-October 16, 1-2:30 p.m. From ponds and vernal pools to small rivers, on this free staff-led tour, we'll...
10 events,
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
Homeschool Days: Birds (Ages 8-18)
Homeschool Days: Birds (Ages 8-18)
Tuesday, May 7, 10-11:30 a.m. Thursday, May 30, 10-11:30 a.m. Join us on a walk to identify migrating and resident...
Homeschool Days: Climate Stories Tour (Ages 10-18)
Homeschool Days: Climate Stories Tour (Ages 10-18)
Monday, May 13, 10-11:30 a.m. Thursday, May 30, 10-11:30 a.m. Explore how climate change is impacting the places we live...
3 events,
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
Accessible Cart Tour
Accessible Cart Tour
May 1-October 18, Monday-Friday, 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., & 3-4:30 p.m. In July-September, an additional tour is available, 1-2:30 p.m....
