Maine Residents get in free on Maine Days, Friday, May 31 through Sunday, June 2. Advance tickets are required. Get them online here.
Unleash your creativity in this family-friendly silk painting workshop lead by artist Erica Qualey. Inspired by the enchanting flowers and...
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...
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....
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....
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...
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....
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....
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....
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...
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....
Wednesdays, May 1-October 18 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., 3-4:30 p.m. Additional tours in July-September at 1-2:30 p.m. Our one and...
Wednesdays, May 1-October 18 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., 3-4:30 p.m. Additional tours in July-September at 1-2:30 p.m. Our one and...
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...
Wednesdays, May 1-October 18 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., 3-4:30 p.m. Additional tours in July-September at 1-2:30 p.m. Our one and...
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....
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....
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...
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...
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....
Friday, May 31–Sunday, June 2 | FREE for Maine Residents Each year during Maine Days, we invite our fellow Maine...
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....
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....
Friday, May 31–Sunday, June 2 | FREE for Maine Residents Each year during Maine Days, we invite our fellow Maine...
Friday, May 31–Sunday, June 2 | FREE for Maine Residents Each year during Maine Days, we invite our fellow Maine...
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...
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....
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....
Tuesday, May 7, noon-1:30 p.m. & 2-3:30 p.m. Monday, June 3, 10-11:30 a.m. Explore a plant's life cycle from seed...
Spring is a great time to forage for wild edibles; fresh shoots are readily available and tastier than their older counterparts. Local forager and restaurateur Nikaline Iacano will lead participants through the Gardens and surrounding woodlands, searching for edible greens, tasty weeds, shoots, mushrooms, flowers, roots, tubers, and even pine pollen. Bring your taste buds and a sense of adventure! We will end the session by making a tea with our collections. 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.
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....
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....
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...
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....
Wednesdays, May 1-October 18 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., 3-4:30 p.m. Additional tours in July-September at 1-2:30 p.m. Our one and...
Wednesdays, May 1-October 18 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., 3-4:30 p.m. Additional tours in July-September at 1-2:30 p.m. Our one and...
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...
Wednesdays, May 1-October 18 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., 3-4:30 p.m. Additional tours in July-September at 1-2:30 p.m. Our one and...
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....
This class is sold out, but please click "Learn More" to join our waitlist. | Guided by ecologist Ted Elliman, this comprehensive, two-day hybrid course will introduce students to natural plant communities, their defining physical environments, the plants living in them, and the natural processes affecting them. Online discussion and hands-on field work will evaluate the variety of plant communities throughout Maine and how this information influences your gardening choices. Class Level: Intermediate
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....
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...
Friday, June 7-Monday, June 10 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Calling all artists! Join us for our annual Plein Air Days four-day...
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....
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....
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....
Deepening your connection to nature through moving meditation offers enormous benefits for personal well-being. In this gentle and sensory-oriented class, students will experience the practice of walking mindfully through a forest to gain deep serenity and new awareness. Follow Susan Bickford, certified guide in the Japanese practice of shinrin-yoku, or forest therapy/forest bathing, as she gives you the tools to begin your own meditation practice. The walk ends with a tea ceremony that honors the experience. Suitable for teens 14+.
This class is sold out, but please click "Learn More" to join our waitlist. | Leave with a beautiful vertical garden in this hands-on workshop. Designers Cheryl Tyler and Jen Dunlap will guide students through a step-by-step process of building and planting an 18"x 14" framed planter. The plant pallet of ferns, mosses, and lichens will be provided for outdoor and indoor applications. Class Level: All Levels. Suitable for teens 14+.
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...
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....
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....
Build your own pin or pendant (or both) based on inspirations from the flowers and foliage in the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens. From observational drawing or photography, develop a simple flower or leaf design based on a color palette of your choosing. Employing Bonnie's signature marquetry techniques for surface design, and construct your pendant before making a pin back or pendant bale using wire and clay for a beautiful and fun finish. Basic polymer skills will be helpful but not required. Suitable for teens 14+.
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....
Learn about the ecological and cultural significance of Maine's native trees, including their role in supporting wildlife, their use by...
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....
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...
Wednesdays, May 1-October 18 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., 3-4:30 p.m. Additional tours in July-September at 1-2:30 p.m. Our one and...
Wednesdays, May 1-October 18 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., 3-4:30 p.m. Additional tours in July-September at 1-2:30 p.m. Our one and...
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...
Wednesdays, May 1-October 18 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., 3-4:30 p.m. Additional tours in July-September at 1-2:30 p.m. Our one and...
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....
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....
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...
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....
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....
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....
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....
Succulents provide the perfect plant for both seasoned and aspiring gardeners. These powerhouse low-maintenance plants add elegance and unique displays for small or large gardens. Join staff Horticulturist and container garden aficionado Brent McHale to show you what plants to use and how to plant your own shallow container garden that you'll take home to display and admire on your patio, deck, or balcony. All materials will be provided. Class Level: All Levels. Suitable for teens 14+.
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...
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....
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....
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...
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....
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....
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....
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...
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....
Wednesdays, May 1-October 18 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., 3-4:30 p.m. Additional tours in July-September at 1-2:30 p.m. Our one and...
Wednesdays, May 1-October 18 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., 3-4:30 p.m. Additional tours in July-September at 1-2:30 p.m. Our one and...
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...
The pond in our Children’s Garden is teeming with life during the summer months. Drop in and discover which creatures...
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....
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....
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...
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....
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....
Ecosystem balance, soil, and water quality are all influenced by our landscape practices. This extensive, two-day sustainable horticulture class will help students apply the principles of ecologically safe gardening practices to their garden or landscape. Through online and in-person sessions, we’ll examine composting, techniques for eco-friendly soil amendments, alternatives to pesticides and herbicides, responsible native plant acquisition, erosion control methods, plant forms for function, and so much more. Class Level: Intermediate-Advanced
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....
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....
Ferns are commonly used to add elegance, texture, and an ethereal feeling to any shade garden, and did you know there are thousands of fern species? To learn more about fascinating fern ecology, genera, species, and cultivars, join Bill Cullina, former Director of Horticulture and President & CEO of Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, now Director of Morris Arboretum at the University of Pennsylvania, and author of Native Ferns, Mosses, & Grasses for a captivating slideshow and garden tour exploring the extensive inventory of ferns at the Gardens. Class Level: All Levels
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...
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....
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....
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...
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....
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....
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....
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...
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....
Wednesdays, May 1-October 18 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., 3-4:30 p.m. Additional tours in July-September at 1-2:30 p.m. Our one and...
Wednesday-Friday, June 26-28, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Explore the vibrant world of watercolor with artist Erica Qualey, in this workshop designed...
Wednesdays, May 1-October 18 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., 3-4:30 p.m. Additional tours in July-September at 1-2:30 p.m. Our one and...
Chewonki returns to the Gardens with their popular drop-in naturalist residency program, which is open to all and included in...
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....
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....
Explore the world of bugs with our resident entomologist, Zac Smith-Hess, as he guides us through the vibrant life within...
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...
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....
State Horticulturalist Gary Fish leads this one-day class, which covers extensive ground on the insects, diseases, and deficiencies found on plants in the landscape. Applying principles of integrated pest management (IPM), the course will help students identify, monitor, and prevent poor plant health and, when necessary, deal with treatments. Mr. Fish will emphasize preventative measures and help students determine methods to mitigate further plant pest problems. Class Level: Intermediate
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....
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....
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...
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....
Monday-Wednesday, July 1-3, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Join artist Jordan Kendall Parks for a playful introduction to planning, carving, and printing...
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....
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....
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....
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....
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...
Meet us in the Native Butterfly House as we investigate the lives of the butterflies and moths. From egg to...
Wednesdays, May 1-October 18 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., 3-4:30 p.m. Additional tours in July-September at 1-2:30 p.m. Our one and...
Wednesdays, May 1-October 18 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., 3-4:30 p.m. Additional tours in July-September at 1-2:30 p.m. Our one and...
Wednesdays, May 1-October 18 9-10:45 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m., 3-4:30 p.m. Additional tours in July-September at 1-2:30 p.m. Our one and...
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...
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....
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....
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...
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....
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....
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....
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....
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....
Tuesday, May 28; Tuesday, June 25; Saturday, July 6; Tuesday, July 16; Tuesday, July 30; Saturday, August 10; Tuesday, August...
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