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Wednesday, June 3 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jun 3, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of people hike up a moss-covered path through a forest, the view captured from behind the group.
Jun 3, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Wetlands Hike

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
From ponds and vernal pools to small rivers, on this free hike, we'll explore the Gardens' many wetlands to see…

Thursday, June 4 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jun 4, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A family of three wears backpacks and stand in front of a giant wooden troll sculpture in a forest setting.
Jun 4, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Hike the Trolls

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
The Guardians of the Seeds have emerged from the woods and are waiting to be found! On this guided hike,…

Friday, June 5 2026

Four small, light-colored caterpillars with dark spots feeding on a leaf, severely damaged with holes and brown edges.
Jun 5, 2026 - 9:30am

Integrated Pest & Disease Management

Certificate: Native Plants & Ecological Horticulture Gardening & Horticulture The Gardens All Levels
State Horticulturist Gary Fish leads this one-day class covering insects, diseases, and deficiencies found on plants in the landscape. Using…
A group of people sits on rocks, listening to a woman playing a drum in a lush, outdoor setting.
Jun 5, 2026 - Multiple times available

Homeschool Days: Wabanaki Traditions (Ages 8-18)

14+ 8-13 Youth and Family The Gardens
Deepen your understanding of Wabanaki values and traditions on a special garden walk with Passamaquoddy educator Sandra Bassett. Sandra will…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jun 5, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A young person holds a small brown frog on their open palm, looking closely at it.
Jun 5, 2026 - Multiple times available

Homeschool Days: Pond Life (Ages 3-12)

3-7 8-13 Youth and Family The Gardens
Our ponds are teaming with amphibians, reptiles, and aquatic insects. Come and explore the pond with us as we identify…
A family of three wears backpacks and stand in front of a giant wooden troll sculpture in a forest setting.
Jun 5, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Hike the Trolls

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
The Guardians of the Seeds have emerged from the woods and are waiting to be found! On this guided hike,…

Saturday, June 6 2026

Six assorted succulent arrangements in scalloped pots, arranged on a rustic wooden table with a garden background.
Jun 6, 2026 - Multiple times available

Plant a Succulent Container Garden

Garden Crafts Gardening & Horticulture The Gardens All Levels
Add elegance and personality to your space by creating your own succulent container garden to take home and enjoy. Succulents…
Book cover "Mushroom Mania", A watercolor illustration of stacked oyster mushrooms with brown caps and white gills, a black background
Jun 6, 2026 - 10:00am

Mushroom Mania

Botany & Ecology The Gardens All Levels
Join author and illustrator Hilary Bartlett for a talk inspired by her book, Mushroom Mania. Learn about the fruiting bodies…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jun 6, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of five people standing and sitting in a lush green outdoor area as a woman wearing a pink t-shirt stands and speaks to the group.
Jun 6, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free “Let’s Talk Biodiversity” Tour

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
Biodiversity is the variety of all life on Earth. It provides us with everything that makes life on Earth possible—clean…

Sunday, June 7 2026

Sunlight filters through dense forest trees, illuminating a large, glowing white sphere on a rock; atmosphere is serene and mystical.
Jun 7, 2026 - 8:00am

Members Mornings

Members Only The Gardens
Experience the Gardens under the gentle morning sun. Opening at 8 a.m., members can enjoy exclusive access and a peaceful…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jun 7, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of five people standing and sitting in a lush green outdoor area as a woman wearing a pink t-shirt stands and speaks to the group.
Jun 7, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free “Let’s Talk Biodiversity” Tour

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
Biodiversity is the variety of all life on Earth. It provides us with everything that makes life on Earth possible—clean…

Monday, June 8 2026

Acrylic painting of a large beetle with orange and brown spots on the wings, against a light background.
Jun 8, 2026 - 10:00am

Paint Insects & Butterflies in Gouache

Botanical Arts & Photography Certificate: Botanical Arts The Gardens All Levels
Learn to paint crawly insects and fluttery butterflies in this observation-based gouache class with Caroline Clare Davis. Students will work…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jun 8, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
Four people hiking a gravel path in a lush green forest, the path curves left and is bordered by a low stone wall on the left.
Jun 8, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Native Plant Hike

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join our Native Plant Hike for a deeper dive into the world of native plants. We begin the hike down…

Tuesday, June 9 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jun 9, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
Four people hiking a gravel path in a lush green forest, the path curves left and is bordered by a low stone wall on the left.
Jun 9, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Native Plant Hike

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join our Native Plant Hike for a deeper dive into the world of native plants. We begin the hike down…

Wednesday, June 10 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jun 10, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of people hike up a moss-covered path through a forest, the view captured from behind the group.
Jun 10, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Wetlands Hike

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
From ponds and vernal pools to small rivers, on this free hike, we'll explore the Gardens' many wetlands to see…

Thursday, June 11 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jun 11, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A family of three wears backpacks and stand in front of a giant wooden troll sculpture in a forest setting.
Jun 11, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Hike the Trolls

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
The Guardians of the Seeds have emerged from the woods and are waiting to be found! On this guided hike,…
Sun setting behind dense evergreen trees, casting warm light over a garden with purple and pink flowers and whimsical, curving sculptures.
Jun 11, 2026 - 5:00pm

Member Evening

Members Only The Gardens
Make plans to join us for Member Evenings this summer! On select dates in June, July, and August, we stay…

Friday, June 12 2026

A framed painting of a garden scene, featuring purple, yellow, and pink flowers, set in a matching garden environment.
Jun 12, 2026 - 9:00am

Plein Air Days

Botanical Arts & Photography The Gardens All Levels
Our annual FREE Plein Air Days are back! Over four days, artists are invited to pack their easels, paints, brushes,…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jun 12, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A family of three wears backpacks and stand in front of a giant wooden troll sculpture in a forest setting.
Jun 12, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Hike the Trolls

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
The Guardians of the Seeds have emerged from the woods and are waiting to be found! On this guided hike,…
A forest ranger speaking to a group of people during a guided nature walk in a forest.
Jun 12, 2026 - 1:00pm

Trees of Maine: ID & Ecology

Botany & Ecology The Gardens All Levels
Start summer early with this field-study class exploring our northeastern forests and the fragile ecosystems they support. Maine has a…

Saturday, June 13 2026

A framed painting of a garden scene, featuring purple, yellow, and pink flowers, set in a matching garden environment.
Jun 13, 2026 - 9:00am

Plein Air Days

Botanical Arts & Photography The Gardens All Levels
Our annual FREE Plein Air Days are back! Over four days, artists are invited to pack their easels, paints, brushes,…
Vertical Gardening
Jun 13, 2026 - Multiple times available

Vertical Gardening

Garden Crafts Gardening & Horticulture The Gardens
Leave with a beautiful vertical garden in this hands-on workshop. Designers Cheryl Tyler and Jen Dunlap will guide participants through…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jun 13, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of five people standing and sitting in a lush green outdoor area as a woman wearing a pink t-shirt stands and speaks to the group.
Jun 13, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free “Let’s Talk Biodiversity” Tour

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
Biodiversity is the variety of all life on Earth. It provides us with everything that makes life on Earth possible—clean…

Sunday, June 14 2026

A framed painting of a garden scene, featuring purple, yellow, and pink flowers, set in a matching garden environment.
Jun 14, 2026 - 9:00am

Plein Air Days

Botanical Arts & Photography The Gardens All Levels
Our annual FREE Plein Air Days are back! Over four days, artists are invited to pack their easels, paints, brushes,…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jun 14, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of five people standing and sitting in a lush green outdoor area as a woman wearing a pink t-shirt stands and speaks to the group.
Jun 14, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free “Let’s Talk Biodiversity” Tour

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
Biodiversity is the variety of all life on Earth. It provides us with everything that makes life on Earth possible—clean…

Monday, June 15 2026

A framed painting of a garden scene, featuring purple, yellow, and pink flowers, set in a matching garden environment.
Jun 15, 2026 - 9:00am

Plein Air Days

Botanical Arts & Photography The Gardens All Levels
Our annual FREE Plein Air Days are back! Over four days, artists are invited to pack their easels, paints, brushes,…
The cluster of purple flowers with green leaves on a lobelia plant, growing in a garden setting.
Jun 15, 2026 - 10:00am

Selecting Native Herbaceous Plants

Botany & Ecology Hybrid
Native plant expert Dan Jaffe-Wilder presents a three-part series introducing a range of various native perennials for garden settings. The…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jun 15, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
Four people hiking a gravel path in a lush green forest, the path curves left and is bordered by a low stone wall on the left.
Jun 15, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Native Plant Hike

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join our Native Plant Hike for a deeper dive into the world of native plants. We begin the hike down…

Tuesday, June 16 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jun 16, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
Four people hiking a gravel path in a lush green forest, the path curves left and is bordered by a low stone wall on the left.
Jun 16, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Native Plant Hike

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join our Native Plant Hike for a deeper dive into the world of native plants. We begin the hike down…

Wednesday, June 17 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jun 17, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of people hike up a moss-covered path through a forest, the view captured from behind the group.
Jun 17, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Wetlands Hike

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
From ponds and vernal pools to small rivers, on this free hike, we'll explore the Gardens' many wetlands to see…
A young child wearing a blue shirt holds a small frog gently in both hands. He is outdoors in sunny weather with greenery in the background.
Jun 17, 2026 - 1:30pm

Pond Investigations

Youth and Family Alfond Children Garden
The pond in our Children’s Garden is teeming with life during the summer months. Drop in and discover which creatures…

Thursday, June 18 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jun 18, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A family of three wears backpacks and stand in front of a giant wooden troll sculpture in a forest setting.
Jun 18, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Hike the Trolls

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
The Guardians of the Seeds have emerged from the woods and are waiting to be found! On this guided hike,…

Friday, June 19 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jun 19, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A family of three wears backpacks and stand in front of a giant wooden troll sculpture in a forest setting.
Jun 19, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Hike the Trolls

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
The Guardians of the Seeds have emerged from the woods and are waiting to be found! On this guided hike,…

Saturday, June 20 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jun 20, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of five people standing and sitting in a lush green outdoor area as a woman wearing a pink t-shirt stands and speaks to the group.
Jun 20, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free “Let’s Talk Biodiversity” Tour

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
Biodiversity is the variety of all life on Earth. It provides us with everything that makes life on Earth possible—clean…

Sunday, June 21 2026

Sunlight filters through dense forest trees, illuminating a large, glowing white sphere on a rock; atmosphere is serene and mystical.
Jun 21, 2026 - 8:00am

Members Mornings

Members Only The Gardens
Experience the Gardens under the gentle morning sun. Opening at 8 a.m., members can enjoy exclusive access and a peaceful…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jun 21, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of five people standing and sitting in a lush green outdoor area as a woman wearing a pink t-shirt stands and speaks to the group.
Jun 21, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free “Let’s Talk Biodiversity” Tour

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
Biodiversity is the variety of all life on Earth. It provides us with everything that makes life on Earth possible—clean…

Monday, June 22 2026

Abstract painting of a flower garden with loose brushstrokes in shades of pink, red, green, blue, and yellow.
Jun 22, 2026 - 10:00am

Expressive Garden Painting in Pastels

Botanical Arts & Photography Certificate: Botanical Arts The Gardens All Levels
Be inspired by the beautiful gardens and summer light to create vibrant paintings using pastels in this two-day workshop led…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jun 22, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
Four people hiking a gravel path in a lush green forest, the path curves left and is bordered by a low stone wall on the left.
Jun 22, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Native Plant Hike

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join our Native Plant Hike for a deeper dive into the world of native plants. We begin the hike down…

Tuesday, June 23 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jun 23, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
Four people hiking a gravel path in a lush green forest, the path curves left and is bordered by a low stone wall on the left.
Jun 23, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Native Plant Hike

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join our Native Plant Hike for a deeper dive into the world of native plants. We begin the hike down…
Two conical woven metal sculptures with curved tops are positioned in a garden setting surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
Jun 23, 2026 - 1:00pm

Member Insider Tour: Indigo Arts Sculpture Tour

Members Only The Gardens All Levels
Join Sarah Callan, our Interpretation and Exhibits Program Manager, for a guided tour of the four art installations commissioned in…

Wednesday, June 24 2026

Visitors gather at an outdoor booth as an educator displays owl wings and feathers; children and adults observe closely under a canopy.
Jun 24, 2026 - 10:00am

Chewonki at the Gardens: Owls of Maine

Special Event The Gardens
Live owls, native to Maine and New England, are the highlight of this program with Chewonki. Participants will learn the…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jun 24, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of people hike up a moss-covered path through a forest, the view captured from behind the group.
Jun 24, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Wetlands Hike

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
From ponds and vernal pools to small rivers, on this free hike, we'll explore the Gardens' many wetlands to see…
A young child wearing a blue shirt holds a small frog gently in both hands. He is outdoors in sunny weather with greenery in the background.
Jun 24, 2026 - 1:30pm

Pond Investigations

Youth and Family Alfond Children Garden
The pond in our Children’s Garden is teeming with life during the summer months. Drop in and discover which creatures…

Thursday, June 25 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jun 25, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A family of three wears backpacks and stand in front of a giant wooden troll sculpture in a forest setting.
Jun 25, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Hike the Trolls

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
The Guardians of the Seeds have emerged from the woods and are waiting to be found! On this guided hike,…
Sun setting behind dense evergreen trees, casting warm light over a garden with purple and pink flowers and whimsical, curving sculptures.
Jun 25, 2026 - 5:00pm

Member Evening

Members Only The Gardens
Make plans to join us for Member Evenings this summer! On select dates in June, July, and August, we stay…

Friday, June 26 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jun 26, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A family of three wears backpacks and stand in front of a giant wooden troll sculpture in a forest setting.
Jun 26, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Hike the Trolls

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
The Guardians of the Seeds have emerged from the woods and are waiting to be found! On this guided hike,…

Saturday, June 27 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jun 27, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of five people standing and sitting in a lush green outdoor area as a woman wearing a pink t-shirt stands and speaks to the group.
Jun 27, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free “Let’s Talk Biodiversity” Tour

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
Biodiversity is the variety of all life on Earth. It provides us with everything that makes life on Earth possible—clean…

Sunday, June 28 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jun 28, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of five people standing and sitting in a lush green outdoor area as a woman wearing a pink t-shirt stands and speaks to the group.
Jun 28, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free “Let’s Talk Biodiversity” Tour

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
Biodiversity is the variety of all life on Earth. It provides us with everything that makes life on Earth possible—clean…

Monday, June 29 2026

Group of children smiling and holding wicker baskets filled with harvested vegetables on a sunny path in a garden setting.
Jun 29, 2026 - 9:30am

Garden Explorers Camp (Ages 7-9)

3-7 8-13 Summer Camp Youth and Family The Gardens All Levels
Budding gardeners will spend the week digging, planting, watering, and harvesting fruits and vegetables in our learning garden. We'll investigate…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jun 29, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
Four people hiking a gravel path in a lush green forest, the path curves left and is bordered by a low stone wall on the left.
Jun 29, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Native Plant Hike

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join our Native Plant Hike for a deeper dive into the world of native plants. We begin the hike down…

Tuesday, June 30 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jun 30, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
Four people hiking a gravel path in a lush green forest, the path curves left and is bordered by a low stone wall on the left.
Jun 30, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Native Plant Hike

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join our Native Plant Hike for a deeper dive into the world of native plants. We begin the hike down…

Wednesday, July 1 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jul 1, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of people hike up a moss-covered path through a forest, the view captured from behind the group.
Jul 1, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Wetlands Hike

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
From ponds and vernal pools to small rivers, on this free hike, we'll explore the Gardens' many wetlands to see…
A young child wearing a blue shirt holds a small frog gently in both hands. He is outdoors in sunny weather with greenery in the background.
Jul 1, 2026 - 1:30pm

Pond Investigations

Youth and Family Alfond Children Garden
The pond in our Children’s Garden is teeming with life during the summer months. Drop in and discover which creatures…

Thursday, July 2 2026

An adult and child examine a low-growing plant with needle-like leaves in green and orange next to a green pond with vegetation around it.
Jul 2, 2026 - 10:00am

Five Senses Garden Family Tour

Youth and Family Lerner Garden of the Five Senses
Put your senses to work as we wind our way through the Lerner Garden of the Five Senses, experiencing this…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jul 2, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A family of three wears backpacks and stand in front of a giant wooden troll sculpture in a forest setting.
Jul 2, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Hike the Trolls

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
The Guardians of the Seeds have emerged from the woods and are waiting to be found! On this guided hike,…
Sustainable Horticulture Practices
Jul 2, 2026 - 5:00pm

Sustainable Horticulture Practices

Certificate: Native Plants & Ecological Horticulture Gardening & Horticulture Hybrid
In this three-part series, we will guide students in applying ecologically sound gardening methods to their own landscapes. We’ll explore…

Friday, July 3 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jul 3, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A family of three wears backpacks and stand in front of a giant wooden troll sculpture in a forest setting.
Jul 3, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Hike the Trolls

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
The Guardians of the Seeds have emerged from the woods and are waiting to be found! On this guided hike,…

Saturday, July 4 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jul 4, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of five people standing and sitting in a lush green outdoor area as a woman wearing a pink t-shirt stands and speaks to the group.
Jul 4, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free “Let’s Talk Biodiversity” Tour

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
Biodiversity is the variety of all life on Earth. It provides us with everything that makes life on Earth possible—clean…

Sunday, July 5 2026

Sunlight filters through dense forest trees, illuminating a large, glowing white sphere on a rock; atmosphere is serene and mystical.
Jul 5, 2026 - 8:00am

Members Mornings

Members Only The Gardens
Experience the Gardens under the gentle morning sun. Opening at 8 a.m., members can enjoy exclusive access and a peaceful…
A winding dirt path through a sunlit forest, flanked by moss-covered ground and evergreen trees, leads to a bright area in the distance.
Jul 5, 2026 - 9:00am

Forest Bathing and Tea (Summer)

Wellness The Gardens All Levels
Deepening your connection to nature through moving meditation offers enormous benefits for personal well-being. In this gentle, sensory-oriented class, students…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jul 5, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of five people standing and sitting in a lush green outdoor area as a woman wearing a pink t-shirt stands and speaks to the group.
Jul 5, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free “Let’s Talk Biodiversity” Tour

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
Biodiversity is the variety of all life on Earth. It provides us with everything that makes life on Earth possible—clean…

Monday, July 6 2026

Three children and an adult explore the inside of a fallen log in a forest. A young boy in a red shirt points while two children are behind.
Jul 6, 2026 - 9:30am

Finding Wonder in Nature Camp (Ages 4-6)

3-7 Summer Camp Youth and Family The Gardens All Levels
Creating, exploring, and playing are powerful ways young children learn. When creative opportunities are presented in a natural setting, children’s…
Abstract floral painting with textured brushstrokes of colored wax with stylized flowers in warm tones of yellow, orange, and mauve.
Jul 6, 2026 - 10:00am

Encaustics: Flowers and Wax

Botanical Arts & Photography Certificate: Botanical Arts The Gardens All Levels
Whatever your relationship to flowers—whether you’re an avid gardener, a giver or receiver of bouquets, or someone with a creative…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jul 6, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
Four people hiking a gravel path in a lush green forest, the path curves left and is bordered by a low stone wall on the left.
Jul 6, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Native Plant Hike

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join our Native Plant Hike for a deeper dive into the world of native plants. We begin the hike down…

Tuesday, July 7 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jul 7, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
Four people hiking a gravel path in a lush green forest, the path curves left and is bordered by a low stone wall on the left.
Jul 7, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Native Plant Hike

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join our Native Plant Hike for a deeper dive into the world of native plants. We begin the hike down…

Wednesday, July 8 2026

Square abstract garden painting with teal, black, pink, yellow, and white layers; daisies with pink centers above smaller flowers.
Jul 8, 2026 - 9:30am

Painting the Garden In Wax (Ages 11-15)

14+ 8-13 Summer Camp Youth and Family The Gardens All Levels
Paint as the Ancient Egyptians once did! Explore encaustics with beeswax-based paint that can be sculpted, layered, and developed with…
An educator holds a turtle at an outdoor table while a child raises a hand; turtle shells and materials are displayed on a table.
Jul 8, 2026 - 10:00am

Chewonki at the Gardens: Scales & Tails

Special Event The Gardens
Get an up-close look at the fascinating world of reptiles with Chewonki educators and their live animal ambassadors. While many…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jul 8, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of people hike up a moss-covered path through a forest, the view captured from behind the group.
Jul 8, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Wetlands Hike

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
From ponds and vernal pools to small rivers, on this free hike, we'll explore the Gardens' many wetlands to see…
A young child wearing a blue shirt holds a small frog gently in both hands. He is outdoors in sunny weather with greenery in the background.
Jul 8, 2026 - 1:30pm

Pond Investigations

Youth and Family Alfond Children Garden
The pond in our Children’s Garden is teeming with life during the summer months. Drop in and discover which creatures…
Sun setting behind dense evergreen trees, casting warm light over a garden with purple and pink flowers and whimsical, curving sculptures.
Jul 8, 2026 - 5:00pm

Member Evening

Members Only The Gardens
Make plans to join us for Member Evenings this summer! On select dates in June, July, and August, we stay…

Thursday, July 9 2026

An adult and child examine a low-growing plant with needle-like leaves in green and orange next to a green pond with vegetation around it.
Jul 9, 2026 - 10:00am

Five Senses Garden Family Tour

Youth and Family Lerner Garden of the Five Senses
Put your senses to work as we wind our way through the Lerner Garden of the Five Senses, experiencing this…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jul 9, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A family of three wears backpacks and stand in front of a giant wooden troll sculpture in a forest setting.
Jul 9, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Hike the Trolls

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
The Guardians of the Seeds have emerged from the woods and are waiting to be found! On this guided hike,…

Friday, July 10 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jul 10, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A family of three wears backpacks and stand in front of a giant wooden troll sculpture in a forest setting.
Jul 10, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Hike the Trolls

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
The Guardians of the Seeds have emerged from the woods and are waiting to be found! On this guided hike,…

Saturday, July 11 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jul 11, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of five people standing and sitting in a lush green outdoor area as a woman wearing a pink t-shirt stands and speaks to the group.
Jul 11, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free “Let’s Talk Biodiversity” Tour

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
Biodiversity is the variety of all life on Earth. It provides us with everything that makes life on Earth possible—clean…

Sunday, July 12 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jul 12, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of five people standing and sitting in a lush green outdoor area as a woman wearing a pink t-shirt stands and speaks to the group.
Jul 12, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free “Let’s Talk Biodiversity” Tour

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
Biodiversity is the variety of all life on Earth. It provides us with everything that makes life on Earth possible—clean…

Monday, July 13 2026

Young man kneels on forest path among ferns, holding a guide sheet as three children with similar sheets examine plants in the woods
Jul 13, 2026 - 9:30am

STEAM in the Garden Camp (Ages 9-13)

8-13 Summer Camp Youth and Family The Gardens All Levels
Calling all young Scientists, Techies, Engineers, Artists, and Mathematicians to experience S.T.E.A.M in the garden! Each day of this summer…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jul 13, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
Four people hiking a gravel path in a lush green forest, the path curves left and is bordered by a low stone wall on the left.
Jul 13, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Native Plant Hike

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join our Native Plant Hike for a deeper dive into the world of native plants. We begin the hike down…

Tuesday, July 14 2026

Two small red and black insects sitting on a green, spiky milkweed pod, surrounded by large green leaves.
Jul 14, 2026 - 10:00am

Member Insider Tour: Insect Walk and Talk

Members Only The Gardens All Levels
Insects are more than just pests—they play vital roles in healthy ecosystems. They help keep our soils healthy, break down…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jul 14, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
Four people hiking a gravel path in a lush green forest, the path curves left and is bordered by a low stone wall on the left.
Jul 14, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Native Plant Hike

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join our Native Plant Hike for a deeper dive into the world of native plants. We begin the hike down…

Wednesday, July 15 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jul 15, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of people hike up a moss-covered path through a forest, the view captured from behind the group.
Jul 15, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Wetlands Hike

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
From ponds and vernal pools to small rivers, on this free hike, we'll explore the Gardens' many wetlands to see…
A young child wearing a blue shirt holds a small frog gently in both hands. He is outdoors in sunny weather with greenery in the background.
Jul 15, 2026 - 1:30pm

Pond Investigations

Youth and Family Alfond Children Garden
The pond in our Children’s Garden is teeming with life during the summer months. Drop in and discover which creatures…

Thursday, July 16 2026

An adult and child examine a low-growing plant with needle-like leaves in green and orange next to a green pond with vegetation around it.
Jul 16, 2026 - 10:00am

Five Senses Garden Family Tour

Youth and Family Lerner Garden of the Five Senses
Put your senses to work as we wind our way through the Lerner Garden of the Five Senses, experiencing this…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jul 16, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A family of three wears backpacks and stand in front of a giant wooden troll sculpture in a forest setting.
Jul 16, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Hike the Trolls

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
The Guardians of the Seeds have emerged from the woods and are waiting to be found! On this guided hike,…

Friday, July 17 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jul 17, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A family of three wears backpacks and stand in front of a giant wooden troll sculpture in a forest setting.
Jul 17, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Hike the Trolls

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
The Guardians of the Seeds have emerged from the woods and are waiting to be found! On this guided hike,…

Saturday, July 18 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jul 18, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
Two performers sing and play hand drums under a wooden pavilion with a grass roof, surrounded by trees, rocks, and picnic tables outdoors.
Jul 18, 2026 - 11:00am

Firefly at the Gardens

Special Event The Gardens
Firefly, the hybrid song keeper, vocalist, and composer from the Penobscot Nation, brings his powerful voice and cultural heritage to…
A group of five people standing and sitting in a lush green outdoor area as a woman wearing a pink t-shirt stands and speaks to the group.
Jul 18, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free “Let’s Talk Biodiversity” Tour

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
Biodiversity is the variety of all life on Earth. It provides us with everything that makes life on Earth possible—clean…

Sunday, July 19 2026

Sunlight filters through dense forest trees, illuminating a large, glowing white sphere on a rock; atmosphere is serene and mystical.
Jul 19, 2026 - 8:00am

Members Mornings

Members Only The Gardens
Experience the Gardens under the gentle morning sun. Opening at 8 a.m., members can enjoy exclusive access and a peaceful…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jul 19, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of five people standing and sitting in a lush green outdoor area as a woman wearing a pink t-shirt stands and speaks to the group.
Jul 19, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free “Let’s Talk Biodiversity” Tour

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
Biodiversity is the variety of all life on Earth. It provides us with everything that makes life on Earth possible—clean…
Silver serving tray with five red cocktails and a matching decanter on a rustic table outdoors, with a backdrop of green foliage.
Jul 19, 2026 - 2:00pm

Garden to Glass Cocktails & Herbal Tonic Elixirs

Garden Crafts Wellness The Gardens All Levels
Join us under the Timberframe at the Gardens to explore the art of crafting seasonally inspired botanical drinks. Learn how…

Monday, July 20 2026

Children watch a girl run across a grassy park lawn near a large gray inflatable sculpture, with trees and red flowers in the background
Jul 20, 2026 - 9:30am

STEAM in the Garden Camp (Ages 7-9)

3-7 8-13 Summer Camp Youth and Family The Gardens All Levels
Experience S.T.E.A.M in the garden! Each day of this summer camp will focus on one of these exciting fields through…
Mosaic urn with blue-white tiles, seashells, beads, porcelain flowers,; floral base set against a blurred brick wall.
Jul 20, 2026 - 10:00am

Make a Mosaic Memory Vessel

Botanical Arts & Photography Certificate: Botanical Arts The Gardens All Levels
Create an original, personalized mosaic vessel in this two-day workshop with Caroline Clare Davis. Students will learn to use mosaic…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jul 20, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
Four people hiking a gravel path in a lush green forest, the path curves left and is bordered by a low stone wall on the left.
Jul 20, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Native Plant Hike

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join our Native Plant Hike for a deeper dive into the world of native plants. We begin the hike down…

Tuesday, July 21 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jul 21, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
Four people hiking a gravel path in a lush green forest, the path curves left and is bordered by a low stone wall on the left.
Jul 21, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Native Plant Hike

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join our Native Plant Hike for a deeper dive into the world of native plants. We begin the hike down…

Wednesday, July 22 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jul 22, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of people hike up a moss-covered path through a forest, the view captured from behind the group.
Jul 22, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Wetlands Hike

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
From ponds and vernal pools to small rivers, on this free hike, we'll explore the Gardens' many wetlands to see…
A young child wearing a blue shirt holds a small frog gently in both hands. He is outdoors in sunny weather with greenery in the background.
Jul 22, 2026 - 1:30pm

Pond Investigations

Youth and Family Alfond Children Garden
The pond in our Children’s Garden is teeming with life during the summer months. Drop in and discover which creatures…

Thursday, July 23 2026

An adult and child examine a low-growing plant with needle-like leaves in green and orange next to a green pond with vegetation around it.
Jul 23, 2026 - 10:00am

Five Senses Garden Family Tour

Youth and Family Lerner Garden of the Five Senses
Put your senses to work as we wind our way through the Lerner Garden of the Five Senses, experiencing this…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jul 23, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A family of three wears backpacks and stand in front of a giant wooden troll sculpture in a forest setting.
Jul 23, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Hike the Trolls

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
The Guardians of the Seeds have emerged from the woods and are waiting to be found! On this guided hike,…

Friday, July 24 2026

Two people use a tabletop machine to melt and reshape plastic into strips at an outdoor pavilion, with tools, bins, and trees nearby.
Jul 24, 2026 - 9:00am

PopUpCycler

Special Event The Gardens
Join in on a DIY recycling project with the PopUpCycler from July 24 to 26 and help visiting artist Kim…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jul 24, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A family of three wears backpacks and stand in front of a giant wooden troll sculpture in a forest setting.
Jul 24, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Hike the Trolls

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
The Guardians of the Seeds have emerged from the woods and are waiting to be found! On this guided hike,…

Saturday, July 25 2026

Two people use a tabletop machine to melt and reshape plastic into strips at an outdoor pavilion, with tools, bins, and trees nearby.
Jul 25, 2026 - 9:00am

PopUpCycler

Special Event The Gardens
Join in on a DIY recycling project with the PopUpCycler from July 24 to 26 and help visiting artist Kim…
Collage close-up of diverse moss: pink blooms in green needles, orange capsules on stems, hanging lime strands, fernlike mats, seed pods
Jul 25, 2026 - 9:00am

Maine Mosses

Botany & Ecology The Gardens Beginner—Intermediate
Maine's cool, humid climate is ideal for the over 700 species of mosses and liverworts that live in our ecosystems.…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jul 25, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of five people standing and sitting in a lush green outdoor area as a woman wearing a pink t-shirt stands and speaks to the group.
Jul 25, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free “Let’s Talk Biodiversity” Tour

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
Biodiversity is the variety of all life on Earth. It provides us with everything that makes life on Earth possible—clean…
Sun setting behind dense evergreen trees, casting warm light over a garden with purple and pink flowers and whimsical, curving sculptures.
Jul 25, 2026 - 5:00pm

Member Evening

Members Only The Gardens
Make plans to join us for Member Evenings this summer! On select dates in June, July, and August, we stay…

Sunday, July 26 2026

Two people use a tabletop machine to melt and reshape plastic into strips at an outdoor pavilion, with tools, bins, and trees nearby.
Jul 26, 2026 - 9:00am

PopUpCycler

Special Event The Gardens
Join in on a DIY recycling project with the PopUpCycler from July 24 to 26 and help visiting artist Kim…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jul 26, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of five people standing and sitting in a lush green outdoor area as a woman wearing a pink t-shirt stands and speaks to the group.
Jul 26, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free “Let’s Talk Biodiversity” Tour

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
Biodiversity is the variety of all life on Earth. It provides us with everything that makes life on Earth possible—clean…

Monday, July 27 2026

A young girl with long brown hair, crafting with natural materials on wooden table, focusing on arranging greenery tied to a cardboard base.
Jul 27, 2026 - 9:30am

Nature Crafting Workshop (Ages 6-10)

3-7 8-13 Summer Camp Youth and Family The Gardens All Levels
Do you have a crafty kid who loves spending time in nature? This three-day workshop provides young artists with guidance…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jul 27, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
Four people hiking a gravel path in a lush green forest, the path curves left and is bordered by a low stone wall on the left.
Jul 27, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Native Plant Hike

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join our Native Plant Hike for a deeper dive into the world of native plants. We begin the hike down…

Tuesday, July 28 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jul 28, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
Four people hiking a gravel path in a lush green forest, the path curves left and is bordered by a low stone wall on the left.
Jul 28, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Native Plant Hike

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join our Native Plant Hike for a deeper dive into the world of native plants. We begin the hike down…

Wednesday, July 29 2026

The Caterpillar Lab
Jul 29, 2026 - 10:00am

The Caterpillar Lab

Special Event The Gardens
The Caterpillar Lab, sets up its functioning caterpillar rearing, researching, photographing, filming, and educating facility in our Education Center. No…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jul 29, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of people hike up a moss-covered path through a forest, the view captured from behind the group.
Jul 29, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Wetlands Hike

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
From ponds and vernal pools to small rivers, on this free hike, we'll explore the Gardens' many wetlands to see…
A young child wearing a blue shirt holds a small frog gently in both hands. He is outdoors in sunny weather with greenery in the background.
Jul 29, 2026 - 1:30pm

Pond Investigations

Youth and Family Alfond Children Garden
The pond in our Children’s Garden is teeming with life during the summer months. Drop in and discover which creatures…

Thursday, July 30 2026

The Caterpillar Lab
Jul 30, 2026 - 10:00am

The Caterpillar Lab

Special Event The Gardens
The Caterpillar Lab, sets up its functioning caterpillar rearing, researching, photographing, filming, and educating facility in our Education Center. No…
An adult and child examine a low-growing plant with needle-like leaves in green and orange next to a green pond with vegetation around it.
Jul 30, 2026 - 10:00am

Five Senses Garden Family Tour

Youth and Family Lerner Garden of the Five Senses
Put your senses to work as we wind our way through the Lerner Garden of the Five Senses, experiencing this…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jul 30, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A family of three wears backpacks and stand in front of a giant wooden troll sculpture in a forest setting.
Jul 30, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Hike the Trolls

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
The Guardians of the Seeds have emerged from the woods and are waiting to be found! On this guided hike,…

Friday, July 31 2026

The Caterpillar Lab
Jul 31, 2026 - 10:00am

The Caterpillar Lab

Special Event The Gardens
The Caterpillar Lab, sets up its functioning caterpillar rearing, researching, photographing, filming, and educating facility in our Education Center. No…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Jul 31, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A family of three wears backpacks and stand in front of a giant wooden troll sculpture in a forest setting.
Jul 31, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Hike the Trolls

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
The Guardians of the Seeds have emerged from the woods and are waiting to be found! On this guided hike,…

Saturday, August 1 2026

A winding dirt path through a sunlit forest, flanked by moss-covered ground and evergreen trees, leads to a bright area in the distance.
Aug 1, 2026 - 9:00am

Forest Bathing and Tea (Late Summer)

Wellness All Levels
Deepening your connection to nature through moving meditation offers enormous benefits for personal well-being. In this gentle, sensory-oriented class, students…
The Caterpillar Lab
Aug 1, 2026 - 10:00am

The Caterpillar Lab

Special Event The Gardens
The Caterpillar Lab, sets up its functioning caterpillar rearing, researching, photographing, filming, and educating facility in our Education Center. No…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Aug 1, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of five people standing and sitting in a lush green outdoor area as a woman wearing a pink t-shirt stands and speaks to the group.
Aug 1, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free “Let’s Talk Biodiversity” Tour

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
Biodiversity is the variety of all life on Earth. It provides us with everything that makes life on Earth possible—clean…

Sunday, August 2 2026

Sunlight filters through dense forest trees, illuminating a large, glowing white sphere on a rock; atmosphere is serene and mystical.
Aug 2, 2026 - 8:00am

Members Mornings

Members Only The Gardens
Experience the Gardens under the gentle morning sun. Opening at 8 a.m., members can enjoy exclusive access and a peaceful…
The Caterpillar Lab
Aug 2, 2026 - 10:00am

The Caterpillar Lab

Special Event The Gardens
The Caterpillar Lab, sets up its functioning caterpillar rearing, researching, photographing, filming, and educating facility in our Education Center. No…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Aug 2, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of five people standing and sitting in a lush green outdoor area as a woman wearing a pink t-shirt stands and speaks to the group.
Aug 2, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free “Let’s Talk Biodiversity” Tour

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
Biodiversity is the variety of all life on Earth. It provides us with everything that makes life on Earth possible—clean…

Monday, August 3 2026

A group of young girls and a boy stand on a wooden observation deck, examining notes and maps, with a backdrop of a lush green forest.
Aug 3, 2026 - 9:30am

Growing Agents of Change Camp (Ages 9-13)

8-13 Summer Camp Youth and Family The Gardens All Levels
A young Malala Yousafzai once said, “It is you who can change the world.†We invite your young Change Agent…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Aug 3, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
Four people hiking a gravel path in a lush green forest, the path curves left and is bordered by a low stone wall on the left.
Aug 3, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Native Plant Hike

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join our Native Plant Hike for a deeper dive into the world of native plants. We begin the hike down…

Tuesday, August 4 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Aug 4, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
Four people hiking a gravel path in a lush green forest, the path curves left and is bordered by a low stone wall on the left.
Aug 4, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Native Plant Hike

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join our Native Plant Hike for a deeper dive into the world of native plants. We begin the hike down…

Wednesday, August 5 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Aug 5, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of people hike up a moss-covered path through a forest, the view captured from behind the group.
Aug 5, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Wetlands Hike

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
From ponds and vernal pools to small rivers, on this free hike, we'll explore the Gardens' many wetlands to see…
A young child wearing a blue shirt holds a small frog gently in both hands. He is outdoors in sunny weather with greenery in the background.
Aug 5, 2026 - 1:30pm

Pond Investigations

Youth and Family Alfond Children Garden
The pond in our Children’s Garden is teeming with life during the summer months. Drop in and discover which creatures…

Thursday, August 6 2026

An adult and child examine a low-growing plant with needle-like leaves in green and orange next to a green pond with vegetation around it.
Aug 6, 2026 - 10:00am

Five Senses Garden Family Tour

Youth and Family Lerner Garden of the Five Senses
Put your senses to work as we wind our way through the Lerner Garden of the Five Senses, experiencing this…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Aug 6, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A family of three wears backpacks and stand in front of a giant wooden troll sculpture in a forest setting.
Aug 6, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Hike the Trolls

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
The Guardians of the Seeds have emerged from the woods and are waiting to be found! On this guided hike,…
Sun setting behind dense evergreen trees, casting warm light over a garden with purple and pink flowers and whimsical, curving sculptures.
Aug 6, 2026 - 5:00pm

Member Evening

Members Only The Gardens
Make plans to join us for Member Evenings this summer! On select dates in June, July, and August, we stay…

Friday, August 7 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Aug 7, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A family of three wears backpacks and stand in front of a giant wooden troll sculpture in a forest setting.
Aug 7, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Hike the Trolls

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
The Guardians of the Seeds have emerged from the woods and are waiting to be found! On this guided hike,…

Saturday, August 8 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Aug 8, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
Two performers sing and play hand drums under a wooden pavilion with a grass roof, surrounded by trees, rocks, and picnic tables outdoors.
Aug 8, 2026 - 11:00am

Firefly at the Gardens

Special Event The Gardens
Firefly, the hybrid song keeper, vocalist, and composer from the Penobscot Nation, brings his powerful voice and cultural heritage to…
A group of five people standing and sitting in a lush green outdoor area as a woman wearing a pink t-shirt stands and speaks to the group.
Aug 8, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free “Let’s Talk Biodiversity” Tour

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
Biodiversity is the variety of all life on Earth. It provides us with everything that makes life on Earth possible—clean…

Sunday, August 9 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Aug 9, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of five people standing and sitting in a lush green outdoor area as a woman wearing a pink t-shirt stands and speaks to the group.
Aug 9, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free “Let’s Talk Biodiversity” Tour

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
Biodiversity is the variety of all life on Earth. It provides us with everything that makes life on Earth possible—clean…

Monday, August 10 2026

Young boy in a blue cap holding a tall garlic plant with a flower head in a garden, with other children and plant signage in the background.
Aug 10, 2026 - 9:30am

Garden Explorers Camp (Ages 4-6)

3-7 Summer Camp Youth and Family The Gardens All Levels
Budding gardeners will spend the week digging, planting, watering, and harvesting fruits and vegetables in our learning garden. We'll investigate…
Linocut print of overlapping oyster shells in bright blue, red, orange, purple, green, and yellow on a white background.
Aug 10, 2026 - 10:00am

Block Printing: Reduction Techniques

Botanical Arts & Photography Certificate: Botanical Arts The Gardens All Levels
Discover the magic of reduction block printing in this hands-on two day workshop led by artist and printmaker Jordan Kendall…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Aug 10, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
Four people hiking a gravel path in a lush green forest, the path curves left and is bordered by a low stone wall on the left.
Aug 10, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Native Plant Hike

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join our Native Plant Hike for a deeper dive into the world of native plants. We begin the hike down…

Tuesday, August 11 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Aug 11, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
Four people hiking a gravel path in a lush green forest, the path curves left and is bordered by a low stone wall on the left.
Aug 11, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Native Plant Hike

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join our Native Plant Hike for a deeper dive into the world of native plants. We begin the hike down…

Wednesday, August 12 2026

Introduction to Native Flora of Maine
Aug 12, 2026 - 9:30am

Introduction to Native Flora of Maine

Botany & Ecology Certificate: Native Plants & Ecological Horticulture The Gardens
The first step to gardening with Maine’s native plants is meeting them in their wild habitats. Over this three-day in-person…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Aug 12, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of people hike up a moss-covered path through a forest, the view captured from behind the group.
Aug 12, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Wetlands Hike

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
From ponds and vernal pools to small rivers, on this free hike, we'll explore the Gardens' many wetlands to see…
A tall informational sign stands in a garden setting amongst trees with lush green corn stalks in the foreground.
Aug 12, 2026 - 1:00pm

Member Insider Tour: 3 Sisters Garden Tour

Members Only Three Sisters Garden All Levels
Developed in collaboration with Wabanaki Public Health and Wellness, the Three Sisters Garden is one of the Gardens’ newest spaces.…
A young child wearing a blue shirt holds a small frog gently in both hands. He is outdoors in sunny weather with greenery in the background.
Aug 12, 2026 - 1:30pm

Pond Investigations

Youth and Family Alfond Children Garden
The pond in our Children’s Garden is teeming with life during the summer months. Drop in and discover which creatures…

Thursday, August 13 2026

An adult and child examine a low-growing plant with needle-like leaves in green and orange next to a green pond with vegetation around it.
Aug 13, 2026 - 10:00am

Five Senses Garden Family Tour

Youth and Family Lerner Garden of the Five Senses
Put your senses to work as we wind our way through the Lerner Garden of the Five Senses, experiencing this…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Aug 13, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A family of three wears backpacks and stand in front of a giant wooden troll sculpture in a forest setting.
Aug 13, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Hike the Trolls

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
The Guardians of the Seeds have emerged from the woods and are waiting to be found! On this guided hike,…

Friday, August 14 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Aug 14, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A family of three wears backpacks and stand in front of a giant wooden troll sculpture in a forest setting.
Aug 14, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Hike the Trolls

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
The Guardians of the Seeds have emerged from the woods and are waiting to be found! On this guided hike,…

Saturday, August 15 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Aug 15, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of five people standing and sitting in a lush green outdoor area as a woman wearing a pink t-shirt stands and speaks to the group.
Aug 15, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free “Let’s Talk Biodiversity” Tour

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
Biodiversity is the variety of all life on Earth. It provides us with everything that makes life on Earth possible—clean…

Sunday, August 16 2026

Sunlight filters through dense forest trees, illuminating a large, glowing white sphere on a rock; atmosphere is serene and mystical.
Aug 16, 2026 - 8:00am

Members Mornings

Members Only The Gardens
Experience the Gardens under the gentle morning sun. Opening at 8 a.m., members can enjoy exclusive access and a peaceful…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Aug 16, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of five people standing and sitting in a lush green outdoor area as a woman wearing a pink t-shirt stands and speaks to the group.
Aug 16, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free “Let’s Talk Biodiversity” Tour

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
Biodiversity is the variety of all life on Earth. It provides us with everything that makes life on Earth possible—clean…

Monday, August 17 2026

Children playing a game on a grassy lawn, walking through hoops in a line.
Aug 17, 2026 - 9:30am

Nature Adventure Camp (Ages 7-9)

3-7 8-13 Summer Camp The Gardens All Levels
It's time for your child to pull on their hiking shoes to explore the farthest reaches of the Gardens! Each day…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Aug 17, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
Four people hiking a gravel path in a lush green forest, the path curves left and is bordered by a low stone wall on the left.
Aug 17, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Native Plant Hike

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join our Native Plant Hike for a deeper dive into the world of native plants. We begin the hike down…

Tuesday, August 18 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Aug 18, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
Four people hiking a gravel path in a lush green forest, the path curves left and is bordered by a low stone wall on the left.
Aug 18, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Native Plant Hike

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join our Native Plant Hike for a deeper dive into the world of native plants. We begin the hike down…

Wednesday, August 19 2026

Chewonki booth under a green canopy at a garden pavilion, with visitors gathered around an outdoor nature education display.
Aug 19, 2026 - 10:00am

Chewonki at the Gardens: Predators

Special Event The Gardens
Discover the important role predators play in healthy ecosystems and gardens in this interactive experience with Chewonki educators and their…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Aug 19, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of people hike up a moss-covered path through a forest, the view captured from behind the group.
Aug 19, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Wetlands Hike

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
From ponds and vernal pools to small rivers, on this free hike, we'll explore the Gardens' many wetlands to see…
A young child wearing a blue shirt holds a small frog gently in both hands. He is outdoors in sunny weather with greenery in the background.
Aug 19, 2026 - 1:30pm

Pond Investigations

Youth and Family Alfond Children Garden
The pond in our Children’s Garden is teeming with life during the summer months. Drop in and discover which creatures…

Thursday, August 20 2026

An adult and child examine a low-growing plant with needle-like leaves in green and orange next to a green pond with vegetation around it.
Aug 20, 2026 - 10:00am

Five Senses Garden Family Tour

Youth and Family Lerner Garden of the Five Senses
Put your senses to work as we wind our way through the Lerner Garden of the Five Senses, experiencing this…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Aug 20, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A family of three wears backpacks and stand in front of a giant wooden troll sculpture in a forest setting.
Aug 20, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Hike the Trolls

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
The Guardians of the Seeds have emerged from the woods and are waiting to be found! On this guided hike,…
Sun setting behind dense evergreen trees, casting warm light over a garden with purple and pink flowers and whimsical, curving sculptures.
Aug 20, 2026 - 5:00pm

Member Evening

Members Only The Gardens
Make plans to join us for Member Evenings this summer! On select dates in June, July, and August, we stay…

Friday, August 21 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Aug 21, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A family of three wears backpacks and stand in front of a giant wooden troll sculpture in a forest setting.
Aug 21, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Hike the Trolls

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
The Guardians of the Seeds have emerged from the woods and are waiting to be found! On this guided hike,…
Selecting Native Woody Plants
Aug 21, 2026 - 5:00pm

Selecting Native Woody Plants

Botany & Ecology Certificate: Native Plants & Ecological Horticulture Hybrid
In this three-part hybrid class, learn about native woody plants that contribute so much to our landscapes and local biodiversity.…

Saturday, August 22 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Aug 22, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of five people standing and sitting in a lush green outdoor area as a woman wearing a pink t-shirt stands and speaks to the group.
Aug 22, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free “Let’s Talk Biodiversity” Tour

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
Biodiversity is the variety of all life on Earth. It provides us with everything that makes life on Earth possible—clean…

Sunday, August 23 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Aug 23, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of five people standing and sitting in a lush green outdoor area as a woman wearing a pink t-shirt stands and speaks to the group.
Aug 23, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free “Let’s Talk Biodiversity” Tour

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
Biodiversity is the variety of all life on Earth. It provides us with everything that makes life on Earth possible—clean…

Monday, August 24 2026

Hand holding large, handmade paper flower with pink and peach petals yellow center, surrounded by colorful crepe paper sheets.
Aug 24, 2026 - 9:30am

Creating Paper Flowers Workshop (Ages 9-13)

8-13 Summer Camp Youth and Family The Gardens All Levels
In this botanical art workshop, paper flower artist Amity Libby will guide students on garden explorations as they learn to…
A botanical illustration of a tall, thin plant with a long stem and multiple small, lance-shaped leaves, next to a pressed plant specimen.
Aug 24, 2026 - 10:00am

Drawing From the Herbarium

Botanical Arts & Photography Certificate: Botanical Arts The Gardens All Levels
Combining botany, illustration, and design, students will draw directly from our herbarium during this two-day workshop. Participants will learn valuable…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Aug 24, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
Four people hiking a gravel path in a lush green forest, the path curves left and is bordered by a low stone wall on the left.
Aug 24, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Native Plant Hike

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join our Native Plant Hike for a deeper dive into the world of native plants. We begin the hike down…

Tuesday, August 25 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Aug 25, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
Four people hiking a gravel path in a lush green forest, the path curves left and is bordered by a low stone wall on the left.
Aug 25, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Native Plant Hike

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join our Native Plant Hike for a deeper dive into the world of native plants. We begin the hike down…

Wednesday, August 26 2026

Girl with braided hair flips through sketchbook at art table; pop-art flower painting on easel behind her, art supplies and other kids.
Aug 26, 2026 - 9:30am

Painting the Garden in Pastel (Ages 9-13)

8-13 Summer Camp Youth and Family The Gardens All Levels
Young artists will create colorful pastel paintings inspired by guided journaling outdoors. Time spent sketching in nature encourages careful observation…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Aug 26, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of people hike up a moss-covered path through a forest, the view captured from behind the group.
Aug 26, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Wetlands Hike

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
From ponds and vernal pools to small rivers, on this free hike, we'll explore the Gardens' many wetlands to see…
A young child wearing a blue shirt holds a small frog gently in both hands. He is outdoors in sunny weather with greenery in the background.
Aug 26, 2026 - 1:30pm

Pond Investigations

Youth and Family Alfond Children Garden
The pond in our Children’s Garden is teeming with life during the summer months. Drop in and discover which creatures…

Thursday, August 27 2026

An adult and child examine a low-growing plant with needle-like leaves in green and orange next to a green pond with vegetation around it.
Aug 27, 2026 - 10:00am

Five Senses Garden Family Tour

Youth and Family Lerner Garden of the Five Senses
Put your senses to work as we wind our way through the Lerner Garden of the Five Senses, experiencing this…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Aug 27, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A family of three wears backpacks and stand in front of a giant wooden troll sculpture in a forest setting.
Aug 27, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Hike the Trolls

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
The Guardians of the Seeds have emerged from the woods and are waiting to be found! On this guided hike,…

Friday, August 28 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Aug 28, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A family of three wears backpacks and stand in front of a giant wooden troll sculpture in a forest setting.
Aug 28, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Hike the Trolls

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
The Guardians of the Seeds have emerged from the woods and are waiting to be found! On this guided hike,…

Saturday, August 29 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Aug 29, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of five people standing and sitting in a lush green outdoor area as a woman wearing a pink t-shirt stands and speaks to the group.
Aug 29, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free “Let’s Talk Biodiversity” Tour

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
Biodiversity is the variety of all life on Earth. It provides us with everything that makes life on Earth possible—clean…

Sunday, August 30 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Aug 30, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of five people standing and sitting in a lush green outdoor area as a woman wearing a pink t-shirt stands and speaks to the group.
Aug 30, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free “Let’s Talk Biodiversity” Tour

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
Biodiversity is the variety of all life on Earth. It provides us with everything that makes life on Earth possible—clean…

Monday, August 31 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Aug 31, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
Four people hiking a gravel path in a lush green forest, the path curves left and is bordered by a low stone wall on the left.
Aug 31, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Native Plant Hike

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join our Native Plant Hike for a deeper dive into the world of native plants. We begin the hike down…

Tuesday, September 1 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Sep 1, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
Four people hiking a gravel path in a lush green forest, the path curves left and is bordered by a low stone wall on the left.
Sep 1, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Native Plant Hike

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join our Native Plant Hike for a deeper dive into the world of native plants. We begin the hike down…

Wednesday, September 2 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Sep 2, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of people hike up a moss-covered path through a forest, the view captured from behind the group.
Sep 2, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Wetlands Hike

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
From ponds and vernal pools to small rivers, on this free hike, we'll explore the Gardens' many wetlands to see…

Thursday, September 3 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Sep 3, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A family of three wears backpacks and stand in front of a giant wooden troll sculpture in a forest setting.
Sep 3, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Hike the Trolls

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
The Guardians of the Seeds have emerged from the woods and are waiting to be found! On this guided hike,…
A hand, holding a pen, examines a tall green plant with small yellow flowers in a natural outdoor setting, likely for scientific study.
Sep 3, 2026 - 5:30pm

Plant ID & Ecology: Goldenrods & Asters

Botany & Ecology Hybrid Intermediate—Advanced
Asters and goldenrods adorn our New England landscapes in late summer and early fall in shades of white, yellow, pink,…

Friday, September 4 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Sep 4, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A family of three wears backpacks and stand in front of a giant wooden troll sculpture in a forest setting.
Sep 4, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Hike the Trolls

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
The Guardians of the Seeds have emerged from the woods and are waiting to be found! On this guided hike,…

Saturday, September 5 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Sep 5, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of five people standing and sitting in a lush green outdoor area as a woman wearing a pink t-shirt stands and speaks to the group.
Sep 5, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free “Let’s Talk Biodiversity” Tour

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
Biodiversity is the variety of all life on Earth. It provides us with everything that makes life on Earth possible—clean…

Sunday, September 6 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Sep 6, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of five people standing and sitting in a lush green outdoor area as a woman wearing a pink t-shirt stands and speaks to the group.
Sep 6, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free “Let’s Talk Biodiversity” Tour

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
Biodiversity is the variety of all life on Earth. It provides us with everything that makes life on Earth possible—clean…

Monday, September 7 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Sep 7, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
Four people hiking a gravel path in a lush green forest, the path curves left and is bordered by a low stone wall on the left.
Sep 7, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Native Plant Hike

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join our Native Plant Hike for a deeper dive into the world of native plants. We begin the hike down…

Tuesday, September 8 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Sep 8, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
Four people hiking a gravel path in a lush green forest, the path curves left and is bordered by a low stone wall on the left.
Sep 8, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Native Plant Hike

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join our Native Plant Hike for a deeper dive into the world of native plants. We begin the hike down…

Wednesday, September 9 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Sep 9, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of people hike up a moss-covered path through a forest, the view captured from behind the group.
Sep 9, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Wetlands Hike

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
From ponds and vernal pools to small rivers, on this free hike, we'll explore the Gardens' many wetlands to see…

Thursday, September 10 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Sep 10, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A family of three wears backpacks and stand in front of a giant wooden troll sculpture in a forest setting.
Sep 10, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Hike the Trolls

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
The Guardians of the Seeds have emerged from the woods and are waiting to be found! On this guided hike,…

Friday, September 11 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Sep 11, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A family of three wears backpacks and stand in front of a giant wooden troll sculpture in a forest setting.
Sep 11, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Hike the Trolls

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
The Guardians of the Seeds have emerged from the woods and are waiting to be found! On this guided hike,…

Saturday, September 12 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Sep 12, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of five people standing and sitting in a lush green outdoor area as a woman wearing a pink t-shirt stands and speaks to the group.
Sep 12, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free “Let’s Talk Biodiversity” Tour

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
Biodiversity is the variety of all life on Earth. It provides us with everything that makes life on Earth possible—clean…

Sunday, September 13 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Sep 13, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of five people standing and sitting in a lush green outdoor area as a woman wearing a pink t-shirt stands and speaks to the group.
Sep 13, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free “Let’s Talk Biodiversity” Tour

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
Biodiversity is the variety of all life on Earth. It provides us with everything that makes life on Earth possible—clean…

Monday, September 14 2026

Close-up of two pink and orange roses with water droplets, green stems and buds against a blurred green background.
Sep 14, 2026 - 8:00am

The Art of Flower Portraiture

Botanical Arts & Photography The Gardens All Levels
Take advantage of the morning light in this informative and much-loved flower photography workshop with Kathleen Clemons. Students will explore…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Sep 14, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
Four people hiking a gravel path in a lush green forest, the path curves left and is bordered by a low stone wall on the left.
Sep 14, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Native Plant Hike

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join our Native Plant Hike for a deeper dive into the world of native plants. We begin the hike down…

Tuesday, September 15 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Sep 15, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
Four people hiking a gravel path in a lush green forest, the path curves left and is bordered by a low stone wall on the left.
Sep 15, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Native Plant Hike

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join our Native Plant Hike for a deeper dive into the world of native plants. We begin the hike down…

Wednesday, September 16 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Sep 16, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of people hike up a moss-covered path through a forest, the view captured from behind the group.
Sep 16, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Wetlands Hike

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
From ponds and vernal pools to small rivers, on this free hike, we'll explore the Gardens' many wetlands to see…

Thursday, September 17 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Sep 17, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A family of three wears backpacks and stand in front of a giant wooden troll sculpture in a forest setting.
Sep 17, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Hike the Trolls

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
The Guardians of the Seeds have emerged from the woods and are waiting to be found! On this guided hike,…

Friday, September 18 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Sep 18, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A family of three wears backpacks and stand in front of a giant wooden troll sculpture in a forest setting.
Sep 18, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Hike the Trolls

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
The Guardians of the Seeds have emerged from the woods and are waiting to be found! On this guided hike,…

Saturday, September 19 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Sep 19, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of five people standing and sitting in a lush green outdoor area as a woman wearing a pink t-shirt stands and speaks to the group.
Sep 19, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free “Let’s Talk Biodiversity” Tour

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
Biodiversity is the variety of all life on Earth. It provides us with everything that makes life on Earth possible—clean…

Sunday, September 20 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Sep 20, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of five people standing and sitting in a lush green outdoor area as a woman wearing a pink t-shirt stands and speaks to the group.
Sep 20, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free “Let’s Talk Biodiversity” Tour

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
Biodiversity is the variety of all life on Earth. It provides us with everything that makes life on Earth possible—clean…

Monday, September 21 2026

Illustration of various garden vegetables: a red heirloom tomato, Swiss chard, kohlrabi, and two eggplants on a textured tan background.
Sep 21, 2026 - 10:00am

Farmers Market Art Week: Bees, Banners & Harvest Botanicals

Botanical Arts & Photography Certificate: Botanical Arts The Gardens All Levels
Join Mindy Lighthipe for a flexible, creativity-filled celebration of Maine’s autumn harvest using watercolor, gouache, and colored pencils. Each day…
A detailed watercolor painting depicts a vibrant green bee on red and yellow flower with a textured yellow center and blue background.
Sep 21, 2026 - 10:00am

Farmers Market Art, Day 1: Pollinator Portraits

Botanical Arts & Photography Certificate: Botanical Arts The Gardens All Levels
Learn about the essential role bees play in fruit and vegetable production while developing detailed illustrations. Maine is home to…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Sep 21, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
Four people hiking a gravel path in a lush green forest, the path curves left and is bordered by a low stone wall on the left.
Sep 21, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Native Plant Hike

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join our Native Plant Hike for a deeper dive into the world of native plants. We begin the hike down…

Tuesday, September 22 2026

Illustration of a large, red heirloom tomato with the word "HEIRLOOM" on a scroll beneath it.
Sep 22, 2026 - 10:00am

Farmers Market Art, Day 2: Local Heirloom Harvest

Botanical Arts & Photography Certificate: Botanical Arts The Gardens All Levels
Capture the character of the season’s harvest through careful observation and painting. The classroom will be transformed into a farmers’…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Sep 22, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
Four people hiking a gravel path in a lush green forest, the path curves left and is bordered by a low stone wall on the left.
Sep 22, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Native Plant Hike

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join our Native Plant Hike for a deeper dive into the world of native plants. We begin the hike down…

Wednesday, September 23 2026

Watercolor illustration of a purple kohlrabi with green leaves, labeled "KOHLRABI" on a scroll.
Sep 23, 2026 - 10:00am

Farmers Market Art, Day 3: Handlettered Banners & Accents

Botanical Arts & Photography Certificate: Botanical Arts The Gardens All Levels
Explore how illustrated lettering can enhance a botanical composition by creating a farmers’ market–style banner. Demonstrations will cover scroll banners,…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Sep 23, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of people hike up a moss-covered path through a forest, the view captured from behind the group.
Sep 23, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Wetlands Hike

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
From ponds and vernal pools to small rivers, on this free hike, we'll explore the Gardens' many wetlands to see…

Thursday, September 24 2026

A detailed watercolor painting depicts a vibrant green bee on red and yellow flower with a textured yellow center and blue background.
Sep 24, 2026 - 10:00am

Farmers Market Art, Day 4: Sunflower Showcase

Botanical Arts & Photography Certificate: Botanical Arts The Gardens All Levels
Sunflowers take center stage in this day devoted to their dramatic bright yellow petals and intricate patterns. Working from provided…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Sep 24, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A family of three wears backpacks and stand in front of a giant wooden troll sculpture in a forest setting.
Sep 24, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Hike the Trolls

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
The Guardians of the Seeds have emerged from the woods and are waiting to be found! On this guided hike,…

Friday, September 25 2026

Illustration of various garden vegetables: a red heirloom tomato, Swiss chard, kohlrabi, and two eggplants on a textured tan background.
Sep 25, 2026 - 10:00am

Farmers Market Art Finale: Still Life Composition

Botanical Arts & Photography Certificate: Botanical Arts The Gardens All Levels
Using skills learned throughout the week, students will bring it all together in a final, multi-element composition celebrating the fall…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Sep 25, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A family of three wears backpacks and stand in front of a giant wooden troll sculpture in a forest setting.
Sep 25, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Hike the Trolls

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
The Guardians of the Seeds have emerged from the woods and are waiting to be found! On this guided hike,…

Saturday, September 26 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Sep 26, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of five people standing and sitting in a lush green outdoor area as a woman wearing a pink t-shirt stands and speaks to the group.
Sep 26, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free “Let’s Talk Biodiversity” Tour

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
Biodiversity is the variety of all life on Earth. It provides us with everything that makes life on Earth possible—clean…

Sunday, September 27 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Sep 27, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of five people standing and sitting in a lush green outdoor area as a woman wearing a pink t-shirt stands and speaks to the group.
Sep 27, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free “Let’s Talk Biodiversity” Tour

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
Biodiversity is the variety of all life on Earth. It provides us with everything that makes life on Earth possible—clean…

Monday, September 28 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Sep 28, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
Four people hiking a gravel path in a lush green forest, the path curves left and is bordered by a low stone wall on the left.
Sep 28, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Native Plant Hike

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join our Native Plant Hike for a deeper dive into the world of native plants. We begin the hike down…

Tuesday, September 29 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Sep 29, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
Four people hiking a gravel path in a lush green forest, the path curves left and is bordered by a low stone wall on the left.
Sep 29, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Native Plant Hike

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join our Native Plant Hike for a deeper dive into the world of native plants. We begin the hike down…

Wednesday, September 30 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Sep 30, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of people hike up a moss-covered path through a forest, the view captured from behind the group.
Sep 30, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Wetlands Hike

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
From ponds and vernal pools to small rivers, on this free hike, we'll explore the Gardens' many wetlands to see…

Thursday, October 1 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Oct 1, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A family of three wears backpacks and stand in front of a giant wooden troll sculpture in a forest setting.
Oct 1, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Hike the Trolls

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
The Guardians of the Seeds have emerged from the woods and are waiting to be found! On this guided hike,…

Friday, October 2 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Oct 2, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A vibrant green luna moth rests on the surface of a gray, textured tree stump. surrounded by forest floor debris and blurred green foliage.
Oct 2, 2026 - 11:00am

Landscaping for Wildlife

Certificate: Native Plants & Ecological Horticulture Gardening & Horticulture Hybrid All Levels
Everyday landscaping choices can either create—or destroy—the habitat that wildlife populations so urgently need. In this highly engaging, multi-day class,…
A family of three wears backpacks and stand in front of a giant wooden troll sculpture in a forest setting.
Oct 2, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Hike the Trolls

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
The Guardians of the Seeds have emerged from the woods and are waiting to be found! On this guided hike,…

Saturday, October 3 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Oct 3, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of five people standing and sitting in a lush green outdoor area as a woman wearing a pink t-shirt stands and speaks to the group.
Oct 3, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free “Let’s Talk Biodiversity” Tour

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
Biodiversity is the variety of all life on Earth. It provides us with everything that makes life on Earth possible—clean…

Sunday, October 4 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Oct 4, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of five people standing and sitting in a lush green outdoor area as a woman wearing a pink t-shirt stands and speaks to the group.
Oct 4, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free “Let’s Talk Biodiversity” Tour

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
Biodiversity is the variety of all life on Earth. It provides us with everything that makes life on Earth possible—clean…

Monday, October 5 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Oct 5, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
Four people hiking a gravel path in a lush green forest, the path curves left and is bordered by a low stone wall on the left.
Oct 5, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Native Plant Hike

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join our Native Plant Hike for a deeper dive into the world of native plants. We begin the hike down…

Tuesday, October 6 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Oct 6, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
Four people hiking a gravel path in a lush green forest, the path curves left and is bordered by a low stone wall on the left.
Oct 6, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Native Plant Hike

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join our Native Plant Hike for a deeper dive into the world of native plants. We begin the hike down…

Wednesday, October 7 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Oct 7, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of people hike up a moss-covered path through a forest, the view captured from behind the group.
Oct 7, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Wetlands Hike

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
From ponds and vernal pools to small rivers, on this free hike, we'll explore the Gardens' many wetlands to see…

Thursday, October 8 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Oct 8, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A family of three wears backpacks and stand in front of a giant wooden troll sculpture in a forest setting.
Oct 8, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Hike the Trolls

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
The Guardians of the Seeds have emerged from the woods and are waiting to be found! On this guided hike,…

Friday, October 9 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Oct 9, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A family of three wears backpacks and stand in front of a giant wooden troll sculpture in a forest setting.
Oct 9, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Hike the Trolls

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
The Guardians of the Seeds have emerged from the woods and are waiting to be found! On this guided hike,…

Saturday, October 10 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Oct 10, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of five people standing and sitting in a lush green outdoor area as a woman wearing a pink t-shirt stands and speaks to the group.
Oct 10, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free “Let’s Talk Biodiversity” Tour

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
Biodiversity is the variety of all life on Earth. It provides us with everything that makes life on Earth possible—clean…

Sunday, October 11 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Oct 11, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of five people standing and sitting in a lush green outdoor area as a woman wearing a pink t-shirt stands and speaks to the group.
Oct 11, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free “Let’s Talk Biodiversity” Tour

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
Biodiversity is the variety of all life on Earth. It provides us with everything that makes life on Earth possible—clean…

Monday, October 12 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Oct 12, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
Four people hiking a gravel path in a lush green forest, the path curves left and is bordered by a low stone wall on the left.
Oct 12, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Native Plant Hike

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join our Native Plant Hike for a deeper dive into the world of native plants. We begin the hike down…

Tuesday, October 13 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Oct 13, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
Four people hiking a gravel path in a lush green forest, the path curves left and is bordered by a low stone wall on the left.
Oct 13, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Native Plant Hike

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join our Native Plant Hike for a deeper dive into the world of native plants. We begin the hike down…

Wednesday, October 14 2026

Abstract painting of a natural landscape with a blue sky and white puffy clouds behind green and tan seed pods, red and orange berries.
Oct 14, 2026 - 10:00am

Painting with Acrylics: The Gardens in Autumn

Botanical Arts & Photography Certificate: Botanical Arts The Gardens All Levels
Explore the unique autumn landscapes at Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens and bring them to life through the art of acrylic…
Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Oct 14, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of people hike up a moss-covered path through a forest, the view captured from behind the group.
Oct 14, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Wetlands Hike

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
From ponds and vernal pools to small rivers, on this free hike, we'll explore the Gardens' many wetlands to see…

Thursday, October 15 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Oct 15, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A family of three wears backpacks and stand in front of a giant wooden troll sculpture in a forest setting.
Oct 15, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Hike the Trolls

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
The Guardians of the Seeds have emerged from the woods and are waiting to be found! On this guided hike,…

Friday, October 16 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Oct 16, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A family of three wears backpacks and stand in front of a giant wooden troll sculpture in a forest setting.
Oct 16, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free Hike the Trolls

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
The Guardians of the Seeds have emerged from the woods and are waiting to be found! On this guided hike,…

Saturday, October 17 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Oct 17, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of five people standing and sitting in a lush green outdoor area as a woman wearing a pink t-shirt stands and speaks to the group.
Oct 17, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free “Let’s Talk Biodiversity” Tour

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
Biodiversity is the variety of all life on Earth. It provides us with everything that makes life on Earth possible—clean…

Sunday, October 18 2026

Foreground of a garden featuring tall green stems of Allium flowers with large, spherical, white blooms.
Oct 18, 2026 - 11:00am

Free Highlights Tour

Tours Ledge and Meadow Garden All Levels
Join us for this hour-long walking tour through the Gardens' central areas. Meet at the Ledge and Meadow Garden before…
A group of five people standing and sitting in a lush green outdoor area as a woman wearing a pink t-shirt stands and speaks to the group.
Oct 18, 2026 - 1:00pm

Free “Let’s Talk Biodiversity” Tour

Tours Lerner Visitor Center All Levels
Biodiversity is the variety of all life on Earth. It provides us with everything that makes life on Earth possible—clean…

Friday, October 23 2026

Ecological Landscape Design
Oct 23, 2026 - 9:30am

Ecological Landscape Design

Certificate: Native Plants & Ecological Horticulture Hybrid
This immersive three-day course introduces the foundational principles of ecological landscape design for home gardeners and emerging professionals. Students will…