May 3, 17, & 31, 2026
1-3 pm

Learn to create beautiful works of art while outside with watercolor paints in this introductory class with local Memphis artist and instructor, Barrie Foster. Every week Barrie will lead you through a new part of the Garden to paint what’s in bloom and explore. Tickets are available as single class dates or buy the series to save!  

This class is adults-only, 18+, and requires a supply list. Please read through the supply list prior to purchasing your tickets. Supply brands are able to be swapped as needed but the materials should remain the same. 

Barrie Foster began painting in watercolor in 1998 when she and her husband moved to a farm in Tipton County.  Since that time, she has won numerous art awards both locally and nationally.  She now paints in several mediums including watercolor, acrylic, oils, chalk pastels, oil pastels, charcoal, and water-soluble graphite. She has taught art in the community for more than 15 years and continues to do so throughout the Mid-South. Currently she teaches art at the VA Hospital in Memphis, to the Seniors at Creative Aging, and to the Tipton County 4 H children.

Single class: Members $52 /Non-Members $60

Series: Members $150/Non-Members $170

May 3, 17, & 31, 2026
1-3 pm

Learn to create beautiful works of art while outside with watercolor paints in this introductory class with local Memphis artist and instructor, Barrie Foster. Every week Barrie will lead you through a new part of the Garden to paint what’s in bloom and explore. Tickets are available as single class dates or buy the series to save!  

This class is adults-only, 18+, and requires a supply list. Please read through the supply list prior to purchasing your tickets. Supply brands are able to be swapped as needed but the materials should remain the same. 

Barrie Foster began painting in watercolor in 1998 when she and her husband moved to a farm in Tipton County.  Since that time, she has won numerous art awards both locally and nationally.  She now paints in several mediums including watercolor, acrylic, oils, chalk pastels, oil pastels, charcoal, and water-soluble graphite. She has taught art in the community for more than 15 years and continues to do so throughout the Mid-South. Currently she teaches art at the VA Hospital in Memphis, to the Seniors at Creative Aging, and to the Tipton County 4 H children.

Single class: Members $52 /Non-Members $60

Series: Members $150/Non-Members $170

April 16, May 21, June 18, July 9, August 20, September 10, 2026
6-8 pm

Back for another year, it’s time to bring your best buds to Flower Happy Hour at the Garden! Join us and try your hand at flower arranging with some of Memphis’ favorite florists. You’ll learn new design techniques and special tricks from local experts as you build an arrangement to take home. Each artist will focus on a different theme that centers around floral design, so attendees will have a different experience each time.  

This event is for adults only 21+. Advance registration is required. Bring your own beverages & snacks to enjoy while creating! All supplies are provided, but feel free to bring your favorite snacks, small bites, and nonalcoholic beverages to your class. Cocktails, wine, and small snacks will be available for purchase in class.   

Schedule:

• April 16: Snapdragon Floral 901 
• May 21: The Mane Wildling 
• June 18: Kacie Cooper Floral Design
• July 9: Midtown Bramble and Bloom 
• August 20: Everbloom
• September 10: Le FLEUR (A Unique Flower Shoppe) 

$45 Members/$55 Non-Members – Bundle: $230 Members/$280 Non-Members

May 3, 17, & 31, 2026
1-3 pm

Learn to create beautiful works of art while outside with watercolor paints in this introductory class with local Memphis artist and instructor, Barrie Foster. Every week Barrie will lead you through a new part of the Garden to paint what’s in bloom and explore. Tickets are available as single class dates or buy the series to save!  

This class is adults-only, 18+, and requires a supply list. Please read through the supply list prior to purchasing your tickets. Supply brands are able to be swapped as needed but the materials should remain the same. 

Barrie Foster began painting in watercolor in 1998 when she and her husband moved to a farm in Tipton County.  Since that time, she has won numerous art awards both locally and nationally.  She now paints in several mediums including watercolor, acrylic, oils, chalk pastels, oil pastels, charcoal, and water-soluble graphite. She has taught art in the community for more than 15 years and continues to do so throughout the Mid-South. Currently she teaches art at the VA Hospital in Memphis, to the Seniors at Creative Aging, and to the Tipton County 4 H children.

Single class: Members $52 /Non-Members $60

Series: Members $150/Non-Members $170

June 1-5, 2026 or July 6-10, 2026

10 am-12 pm

Join Ms. Kristen for Caterpillar Club summer edition! You and your little one will enjoy sunny days filled with fun games, crafts, and activities designed to help you make the most of summer in your own backyard. Together, you’ll explore the wonders of nature and create memories. 

Caterpillar Club is designed for parents (or grandparents, aunts, uncles, or nannies) to accompany their toddler or preschooler (ages 2-5) as they share stories, play games, create crafts, and explore the natural world. Led by Kristen Zemaitis, Youth Education Program Director, Caterpillar Club is one of the few preschool adventures in Memphis that gets your little one discovering nature, hands-on, in the great outdoors.

Caterpillar Club Summer Camp runs Monday, June 1 or July 6, through Friday, June 5 or June 6, from 10 am-12 pm.

Adventures in My Big Backyard
June 1-5, 2026 
10 am-12 pm
Kick off summer with a week of discovery in My Big Backyard! We’ll explore the plants and animals that call our own backyards home, digging into Wormville, buzzing through Pollinator Pass, and diving into hands-on activities, crafts, stories, and games. It’s curiosity, play, and nature all rolled into one unforgettable adventure.

Nature Detectives
July 6-10, 2026
10 am – 12 pm 
Calling all curious, nature-loving preschoolers! Who left that footprint? What’s that sound? Why do bees adore flowers? Spend the week sleuthing through the Garden as we crack nature’s coolest mysteries. Little detectives will dig, discover, and uncover clues all around them because every good mystery deserves a muddy answer.

Cost for the Week:

$120 MBG Members/$150 Non-Members

Summer Camp at the Garden 2026

Summer fun is in full bloom at the Garden! Join us for a season of discovery, creativity, and outdoor adventures. Our nature camps are dedicated to inspiring a love for the natural world in kids of all ages. Each week, campers ages 6-12 will enjoy nature crafts, games, and explorations led by expert Garden Guides.

All camps run Monday through Friday from 9 am-3 pm.

• June 8-12: Around the World in Five Days, Ages 6-9
• June 15-19: Art in Nature, Ages 6-9
• June 22-26: Mythbusters, Ages 6-9
• July 13-17: Things with Wings, Ages 6-9
• July 20-24: Eco Engineers, Ages 10-12
• July 27-31: Wildlife Safari, Ages 6-9

CAMP DESCRIPTIONS:

Around the World in Five Days
Ages 6-9  
June 8-12, 9 am-3 pm 
Pack your imagination—this week we’re traveling the globe! Each day, campers “visit” a new part of the world through hands-on activities with garden exploration, games and art.  No passports required—just curiosity and a sense of adventure!

Art in Nature 
Ages 6-9  
June 15-19, 9 am-3 pm
Each day, campers discover new plants, colors, textures, and patterns while learning how nature shapes art. Through guided walks, observation and imaginative prompts, children create their own masterpieces from watercolor and natural dyes to clay, collage, and eco-friendly crafts. Along the way, they develop curiosity, confidence, and a deeper appreciation for the living world.

Mythbusters
Ages 6-9  
June 22-26, 9 am-3 pm
In this curiosity-powered camp, young investigators put common nature myths to the test and discover the real science behind some of the garden’s most surprising stories. Each day, campers explore different parts of the garden—digging into soil mysteries, observing pollinators up close, investigating plants and learning how animals and ecosystems really work.

Things with Wings
Ages 6-9  
July 13-17, 9 am-3 pm
This week will fly by as your camper learns about all of nature’s creatures that have wings. Bees, birds, butterflies, bats OH MY! This week we will soar into crafts, games and garden exploration all focusing on all of our winged neighbors.

Eco Engineer
Ages 10-12
July 20-24, 9 am-3 pm 
Calling all problem-solvers, nature lovers, and creative thinkers! Campers will explore the incredible systems that make our planet work—and design innovative solutions to protect them. Set in the living laboratory of the botanic garden, this hands-on camp blends science, engineering, and environmental stewardship.

Wildlife Safari 
Ages 6-9   
July 27-July 31, 9 am-3 pm
Adventure is closer than you think—right in our backyard and yours.  At Backyard Wildlife Safari Camp, young explorers will discover the incredible creatures that live just outside their doors. From tiny insects to hopping frogs and visiting birds, campers will learn to observe, protect, and celebrate the wildlife around them.

Cost per Week:

$270 MBG Members/$300 Non-Members

Looking for our summer programs for your pre-schooler? Click here to learn about our NEW Caterpillar Club Camp for you & your little one.

Summer Camp at the Garden 2026

Summer fun is in full bloom at the Garden! Join us for a season of discovery, creativity, and outdoor adventures. Our nature camps are dedicated to inspiring a love for the natural world in kids of all ages. Each week, campers ages 6-12 will enjoy nature crafts, games, and explorations led by expert Garden Guides.

All camps run Monday through Friday from 9 am-3 pm.

• June 8-12: Around the World in Five Days, Ages 6-9
• June 15-19: Art in Nature, Ages 6-9
• June 22-26: Mythbusters, Ages 6-9
• July 13-17: Things with Wings, Ages 6-9
• July 20-24: Eco Engineers, Ages 10-12
• July 27-31: Wildlife Safari, Ages 6-9

CAMP DESCRIPTIONS:

Around the World in Five Days
Ages 6-9  
June 8-12, 9 am-3 pm 
Pack your imagination—this week we’re traveling the globe! Each day, campers “visit” a new part of the world through hands-on activities with garden exploration, games and art.  No passports required—just curiosity and a sense of adventure!

Art in Nature 
Ages 6-9  
June 15-19, 9 am-3 pm
Each day, campers discover new plants, colors, textures, and patterns while learning how nature shapes art. Through guided walks, observation and imaginative prompts, children create their own masterpieces from watercolor and natural dyes to clay, collage, and eco-friendly crafts. Along the way, they develop curiosity, confidence, and a deeper appreciation for the living world.

Mythbusters
Ages 6-9  
June 22-26, 9 am-3 pm
In this curiosity-powered camp, young investigators put common nature myths to the test and discover the real science behind some of the garden’s most surprising stories. Each day, campers explore different parts of the garden—digging into soil mysteries, observing pollinators up close, investigating plants and learning how animals and ecosystems really work.

Things with Wings
Ages 6-9  
July 13-17, 9 am-3 pm
This week will fly by as your camper learns about all of nature’s creatures that have wings. Bees, birds, butterflies, bats OH MY! This week we will soar into crafts, games and garden exploration all focusing on all of our winged neighbors.

Eco Engineer
Ages 10-12
July 20-24, 9 am-3 pm 
Calling all problem-solvers, nature lovers, and creative thinkers! Campers will explore the incredible systems that make our planet work—and design innovative solutions to protect them. Set in the living laboratory of the botanic garden, this hands-on camp blends science, engineering, and environmental stewardship.

Wildlife Safari 
Ages 6-9   
July 27-July 31, 9 am-3 pm
Adventure is closer than you think—right in our backyard and yours.  At Backyard Wildlife Safari Camp, young explorers will discover the incredible creatures that live just outside their doors. From tiny insects to hopping frogs and visiting birds, campers will learn to observe, protect, and celebrate the wildlife around them.

Cost per Week:

$270 MBG Members/$300 Non-Members

Looking for our summer programs for your pre-schooler? Click here to learn about our NEW Caterpillar Club Camp for you & your little one.

April 16, May 21, June 18, July 9, August 20, September 10, 2026
6-8 pm

Back for another year, it’s time to bring your best buds to Flower Happy Hour at the Garden! Join us and try your hand at flower arranging with some of Memphis’ favorite florists. You’ll learn new design techniques and special tricks from local experts as you build an arrangement to take home. Each artist will focus on a different theme that centers around floral design, so attendees will have a different experience each time.  

This event is for adults only 21+. Advance registration is required. Bring your own beverages & snacks to enjoy while creating! All supplies are provided, but feel free to bring your favorite snacks, small bites, and nonalcoholic beverages to your class. Cocktails, wine, and small snacks will be available for purchase in class.   

Schedule:

• April 16: Snapdragon Floral 901 
• May 21: The Mane Wildling 
• June 18: Kacie Cooper Floral Design
• July 9: Midtown Bramble and Bloom 
• August 20: Everbloom
• September 10: Le FLEUR (A Unique Flower Shoppe) 

$45 Members/$55 Non-Members – Bundle: $230 Members/$280 Non-Members

Summer Camp at the Garden 2026

Summer fun is in full bloom at the Garden! Join us for a season of discovery, creativity, and outdoor adventures. Our nature camps are dedicated to inspiring a love for the natural world in kids of all ages. Each week, campers ages 6-12 will enjoy nature crafts, games, and explorations led by expert Garden Guides.

All camps run Monday through Friday from 9 am-3 pm.

• June 8-12: Around the World in Five Days, Ages 6-9
• June 15-19: Art in Nature, Ages 6-9
• June 22-26: Mythbusters, Ages 6-9
• July 13-17: Things with Wings, Ages 6-9
• July 20-24: Eco Engineers, Ages 10-12
• July 27-31: Wildlife Safari, Ages 6-9

CAMP DESCRIPTIONS:

Around the World in Five Days
Ages 6-9  
June 8-12, 9 am-3 pm 
Pack your imagination—this week we’re traveling the globe! Each day, campers “visit” a new part of the world through hands-on activities with garden exploration, games and art.  No passports required—just curiosity and a sense of adventure!

Art in Nature 
Ages 6-9  
June 15-19, 9 am-3 pm
Each day, campers discover new plants, colors, textures, and patterns while learning how nature shapes art. Through guided walks, observation and imaginative prompts, children create their own masterpieces from watercolor and natural dyes to clay, collage, and eco-friendly crafts. Along the way, they develop curiosity, confidence, and a deeper appreciation for the living world.

Mythbusters
Ages 6-9  
June 22-26, 9 am-3 pm
In this curiosity-powered camp, young investigators put common nature myths to the test and discover the real science behind some of the garden’s most surprising stories. Each day, campers explore different parts of the garden—digging into soil mysteries, observing pollinators up close, investigating plants and learning how animals and ecosystems really work.

Things with Wings
Ages 6-9  
July 13-17, 9 am-3 pm
This week will fly by as your camper learns about all of nature’s creatures that have wings. Bees, birds, butterflies, bats OH MY! This week we will soar into crafts, games and garden exploration all focusing on all of our winged neighbors.

Eco Engineer
Ages 10-12
July 20-24, 9 am-3 pm 
Calling all problem-solvers, nature lovers, and creative thinkers! Campers will explore the incredible systems that make our planet work—and design innovative solutions to protect them. Set in the living laboratory of the botanic garden, this hands-on camp blends science, engineering, and environmental stewardship.

Wildlife Safari 
Ages 6-9   
July 27-July 31, 9 am-3 pm
Adventure is closer than you think—right in our backyard and yours.  At Backyard Wildlife Safari Camp, young explorers will discover the incredible creatures that live just outside their doors. From tiny insects to hopping frogs and visiting birds, campers will learn to observe, protect, and celebrate the wildlife around them.

Cost per Week:

$270 MBG Members/$300 Non-Members

Looking for our summer programs for your pre-schooler? Click here to learn about our NEW Caterpillar Club Camp for you & your little one.

June 1-5, 2026 or July 6-10, 2026

10 am-12 pm

Join Ms. Kristen for Caterpillar Club summer edition! You and your little one will enjoy sunny days filled with fun games, crafts, and activities designed to help you make the most of summer in your own backyard. Together, you’ll explore the wonders of nature and create memories. 

Caterpillar Club is designed for parents (or grandparents, aunts, uncles, or nannies) to accompany their toddler or preschooler (ages 2-5) as they share stories, play games, create crafts, and explore the natural world. Led by Kristen Zemaitis, Youth Education Program Director, Caterpillar Club is one of the few preschool adventures in Memphis that gets your little one discovering nature, hands-on, in the great outdoors.

Caterpillar Club Summer Camp runs Monday, June 1 or July 6, through Friday, June 5 or June 6, from 10 am-12 pm.

Adventures in My Big Backyard
June 1-5, 2026 
10 am-12 pm
Kick off summer with a week of discovery in My Big Backyard! We’ll explore the plants and animals that call our own backyards home, digging into Wormville, buzzing through Pollinator Pass, and diving into hands-on activities, crafts, stories, and games. It’s curiosity, play, and nature all rolled into one unforgettable adventure.

Nature Detectives
July 6-10, 2026
10 am – 12 pm 
Calling all curious, nature-loving preschoolers! Who left that footprint? What’s that sound? Why do bees adore flowers? Spend the week sleuthing through the Garden as we crack nature’s coolest mysteries. Little detectives will dig, discover, and uncover clues all around them because every good mystery deserves a muddy answer.

Cost for the Week:

$120 MBG Members/$150 Non-Members

April 16, May 21, June 18, July 9, August 20, September 10, 2026
6-8 pm

Back for another year, it’s time to bring your best buds to Flower Happy Hour at the Garden! Join us and try your hand at flower arranging with some of Memphis’ favorite florists. You’ll learn new design techniques and special tricks from local experts as you build an arrangement to take home. Each artist will focus on a different theme that centers around floral design, so attendees will have a different experience each time.  

This event is for adults only 21+. Advance registration is required. Bring your own beverages & snacks to enjoy while creating! All supplies are provided, but feel free to bring your favorite snacks, small bites, and nonalcoholic beverages to your class. Cocktails, wine, and small snacks will be available for purchase in class.   

Schedule:

• April 16: Snapdragon Floral 901 
• May 21: The Mane Wildling 
• June 18: Kacie Cooper Floral Design
• July 9: Midtown Bramble and Bloom 
• August 20: Everbloom
• September 10: Le FLEUR (A Unique Flower Shoppe) 

$45 Members/$55 Non-Members – Bundle: $230 Members/$280 Non-Members

Summer Camp at the Garden 2026

Summer fun is in full bloom at the Garden! Join us for a season of discovery, creativity, and outdoor adventures. Our nature camps are dedicated to inspiring a love for the natural world in kids of all ages. Each week, campers ages 6-12 will enjoy nature crafts, games, and explorations led by expert Garden Guides.

All camps run Monday through Friday from 9 am-3 pm.

• June 8-12: Around the World in Five Days, Ages 6-9
• June 15-19: Art in Nature, Ages 6-9
• June 22-26: Mythbusters, Ages 6-9
• July 13-17: Things with Wings, Ages 6-9
• July 20-24: Eco Engineers, Ages 10-12
• July 27-31: Wildlife Safari, Ages 6-9

CAMP DESCRIPTIONS:

Around the World in Five Days
Ages 6-9  
June 8-12, 9 am-3 pm 
Pack your imagination—this week we’re traveling the globe! Each day, campers “visit” a new part of the world through hands-on activities with garden exploration, games and art.  No passports required—just curiosity and a sense of adventure!

Art in Nature 
Ages 6-9  
June 15-19, 9 am-3 pm
Each day, campers discover new plants, colors, textures, and patterns while learning how nature shapes art. Through guided walks, observation and imaginative prompts, children create their own masterpieces from watercolor and natural dyes to clay, collage, and eco-friendly crafts. Along the way, they develop curiosity, confidence, and a deeper appreciation for the living world.

Mythbusters
Ages 6-9  
June 22-26, 9 am-3 pm
In this curiosity-powered camp, young investigators put common nature myths to the test and discover the real science behind some of the garden’s most surprising stories. Each day, campers explore different parts of the garden—digging into soil mysteries, observing pollinators up close, investigating plants and learning how animals and ecosystems really work.

Things with Wings
Ages 6-9  
July 13-17, 9 am-3 pm
This week will fly by as your camper learns about all of nature’s creatures that have wings. Bees, birds, butterflies, bats OH MY! This week we will soar into crafts, games and garden exploration all focusing on all of our winged neighbors.

Eco Engineer
Ages 10-12
July 20-24, 9 am-3 pm 
Calling all problem-solvers, nature lovers, and creative thinkers! Campers will explore the incredible systems that make our planet work—and design innovative solutions to protect them. Set in the living laboratory of the botanic garden, this hands-on camp blends science, engineering, and environmental stewardship.

Wildlife Safari 
Ages 6-9   
July 27-July 31, 9 am-3 pm
Adventure is closer than you think—right in our backyard and yours.  At Backyard Wildlife Safari Camp, young explorers will discover the incredible creatures that live just outside their doors. From tiny insects to hopping frogs and visiting birds, campers will learn to observe, protect, and celebrate the wildlife around them.

Cost per Week:

$270 MBG Members/$300 Non-Members

Looking for our summer programs for your pre-schooler? Click here to learn about our NEW Caterpillar Club Camp for you & your little one.

Summer Camp at the Garden 2026

Summer fun is in full bloom at the Garden! Join us for a season of discovery, creativity, and outdoor adventures. Our nature camps are dedicated to inspiring a love for the natural world in kids of all ages. Each week, campers ages 6-12 will enjoy nature crafts, games, and explorations led by expert Garden Guides.

All camps run Monday through Friday from 9 am-3 pm.

• June 8-12: Around the World in Five Days, Ages 6-9
• June 15-19: Art in Nature, Ages 6-9
• June 22-26: Mythbusters, Ages 6-9
• July 13-17: Things with Wings, Ages 6-9
• July 20-24: Eco Engineers, Ages 10-12
• July 27-31: Wildlife Safari, Ages 6-9

CAMP DESCRIPTIONS:

Around the World in Five Days
Ages 6-9  
June 8-12, 9 am-3 pm 
Pack your imagination—this week we’re traveling the globe! Each day, campers “visit” a new part of the world through hands-on activities with garden exploration, games and art.  No passports required—just curiosity and a sense of adventure!

Art in Nature 
Ages 6-9  
June 15-19, 9 am-3 pm
Each day, campers discover new plants, colors, textures, and patterns while learning how nature shapes art. Through guided walks, observation and imaginative prompts, children create their own masterpieces from watercolor and natural dyes to clay, collage, and eco-friendly crafts. Along the way, they develop curiosity, confidence, and a deeper appreciation for the living world.

Mythbusters
Ages 6-9  
June 22-26, 9 am-3 pm
In this curiosity-powered camp, young investigators put common nature myths to the test and discover the real science behind some of the garden’s most surprising stories. Each day, campers explore different parts of the garden—digging into soil mysteries, observing pollinators up close, investigating plants and learning how animals and ecosystems really work.

Things with Wings
Ages 6-9  
July 13-17, 9 am-3 pm
This week will fly by as your camper learns about all of nature’s creatures that have wings. Bees, birds, butterflies, bats OH MY! This week we will soar into crafts, games and garden exploration all focusing on all of our winged neighbors.

Eco Engineer
Ages 10-12
July 20-24, 9 am-3 pm 
Calling all problem-solvers, nature lovers, and creative thinkers! Campers will explore the incredible systems that make our planet work—and design innovative solutions to protect them. Set in the living laboratory of the botanic garden, this hands-on camp blends science, engineering, and environmental stewardship.

Wildlife Safari 
Ages 6-9   
July 27-July 31, 9 am-3 pm
Adventure is closer than you think—right in our backyard and yours.  At Backyard Wildlife Safari Camp, young explorers will discover the incredible creatures that live just outside their doors. From tiny insects to hopping frogs and visiting birds, campers will learn to observe, protect, and celebrate the wildlife around them.

Cost per Week:

$270 MBG Members/$300 Non-Members

Looking for our summer programs for your pre-schooler? Click here to learn about our NEW Caterpillar Club Camp for you & your little one.

Summer Camp at the Garden 2026

Summer fun is in full bloom at the Garden! Join us for a season of discovery, creativity, and outdoor adventures. Our nature camps are dedicated to inspiring a love for the natural world in kids of all ages. Each week, campers ages 6-12 will enjoy nature crafts, games, and explorations led by expert Garden Guides.

All camps run Monday through Friday from 9 am-3 pm.

• June 8-12: Around the World in Five Days, Ages 6-9
• June 15-19: Art in Nature, Ages 6-9
• June 22-26: Mythbusters, Ages 6-9
• July 13-17: Things with Wings, Ages 6-9
• July 20-24: Eco Engineers, Ages 10-12
• July 27-31: Wildlife Safari, Ages 6-9

CAMP DESCRIPTIONS:

Around the World in Five Days
Ages 6-9  
June 8-12, 9 am-3 pm 
Pack your imagination—this week we’re traveling the globe! Each day, campers “visit” a new part of the world through hands-on activities with garden exploration, games and art.  No passports required—just curiosity and a sense of adventure!

Art in Nature 
Ages 6-9  
June 15-19, 9 am-3 pm
Each day, campers discover new plants, colors, textures, and patterns while learning how nature shapes art. Through guided walks, observation and imaginative prompts, children create their own masterpieces from watercolor and natural dyes to clay, collage, and eco-friendly crafts. Along the way, they develop curiosity, confidence, and a deeper appreciation for the living world.

Mythbusters
Ages 6-9  
June 22-26, 9 am-3 pm
In this curiosity-powered camp, young investigators put common nature myths to the test and discover the real science behind some of the garden’s most surprising stories. Each day, campers explore different parts of the garden—digging into soil mysteries, observing pollinators up close, investigating plants and learning how animals and ecosystems really work.

Things with Wings
Ages 6-9  
July 13-17, 9 am-3 pm
This week will fly by as your camper learns about all of nature’s creatures that have wings. Bees, birds, butterflies, bats OH MY! This week we will soar into crafts, games and garden exploration all focusing on all of our winged neighbors.

Eco Engineer
Ages 10-12
July 20-24, 9 am-3 pm 
Calling all problem-solvers, nature lovers, and creative thinkers! Campers will explore the incredible systems that make our planet work—and design innovative solutions to protect them. Set in the living laboratory of the botanic garden, this hands-on camp blends science, engineering, and environmental stewardship.

Wildlife Safari 
Ages 6-9   
July 27-July 31, 9 am-3 pm
Adventure is closer than you think—right in our backyard and yours.  At Backyard Wildlife Safari Camp, young explorers will discover the incredible creatures that live just outside their doors. From tiny insects to hopping frogs and visiting birds, campers will learn to observe, protect, and celebrate the wildlife around them.

Cost per Week:

$270 MBG Members/$300 Non-Members

Looking for our summer programs for your pre-schooler? Click here to learn about our NEW Caterpillar Club Camp for you & your little one.

April 16, May 21, June 18, July 9, August 20, September 10, 2026
6-8 pm

Back for another year, it’s time to bring your best buds to Flower Happy Hour at the Garden! Join us and try your hand at flower arranging with some of Memphis’ favorite florists. You’ll learn new design techniques and special tricks from local experts as you build an arrangement to take home. Each artist will focus on a different theme that centers around floral design, so attendees will have a different experience each time.  

This event is for adults only 21+. Advance registration is required. Bring your own beverages & snacks to enjoy while creating! All supplies are provided, but feel free to bring your favorite snacks, small bites, and nonalcoholic beverages to your class. Cocktails, wine, and small snacks will be available for purchase in class.   

Schedule:

• April 16: Snapdragon Floral 901 
• May 21: The Mane Wildling 
• June 18: Kacie Cooper Floral Design
• July 9: Midtown Bramble and Bloom 
• August 20: Everbloom
• September 10: Le FLEUR (A Unique Flower Shoppe) 

$45 Members/$55 Non-Members – Bundle: $230 Members/$280 Non-Members

Wednesdays, September 9-October 14, 2026
9 am-1 pm

Investigate and learn about our urban forest from the experts. Instruction and outdoor learning will cover tree physiology, tree species identification, tree care, tree selection, risk management, how trees support wildlife, tree inventory, champion trees, the history of urban forestry, tree law for homeowners, and arboretum requirements. Classes are designed for the public, municipal employees, plant-related non-profits, arboretums, members of neighborhood associations, tree boards, garden clubs, and plant societies. 

This class is sponsored by the West TN Chapter of the TN Urban Forestry Council, the Memphis Botanic Garden, and the Memphis Tree Board.  

Your instructors for the course include:  

• Eric Bridges – Director of Operations & Capital Improvements: Overton Park      
• Laurie Williams – Retired Horticulturist
• Bill Bullock – Invasive Plant Removal Specialist: Overton Park
• Joellen Dimond – U of M Landscape Director
• Dr. Mark Follis – Follis Tree Preservation President
• Claire Barnett –Environmental Engineer                    
• Wes Hopper – ISA Certified Arborist Instructor, Owner of Urban Forestry Consulting

What’s included in this class:  

Your class fee includes all classroom materials, a notebook, and dues for both the West Tennessee Urban Forestry Council and the state organization (upon submission of completed examination)  

Things to know:  

• A limited number of scholarships are available; for more information, please contact jshellab@comcast.net
• CEU’s may be available for ISA certified arborists upon request.
• Participants in this program can become certified as a UFA volunteer after completing 20 volunteer hours after their course and completion of test.

This event is in partnership with the West TN Chapter of the Tennessee Urban Forestry Council and Memphis Tree Board

$120 per person

April 16, May 21, June 18, July 9, August 20, September 10, 2026
6-8 pm

Back for another year, it’s time to bring your best buds to Flower Happy Hour at the Garden! Join us and try your hand at flower arranging with some of Memphis’ favorite florists. You’ll learn new design techniques and special tricks from local experts as you build an arrangement to take home. Each artist will focus on a different theme that centers around floral design, so attendees will have a different experience each time.  

This event is for adults only 21+. Advance registration is required. Bring your own beverages & snacks to enjoy while creating! All supplies are provided, but feel free to bring your favorite snacks, small bites, and nonalcoholic beverages to your class. Cocktails, wine, and small snacks will be available for purchase in class.   

Schedule:

• April 16: Snapdragon Floral 901 
• May 21: The Mane Wildling 
• June 18: Kacie Cooper Floral Design
• July 9: Midtown Bramble and Bloom 
• August 20: Everbloom
• September 10: Le FLEUR (A Unique Flower Shoppe) 

$45 Members/$55 Non-Members – Bundle: $230 Members/$280 Non-Members

Wednesdays, September 9-October 14, 2026
9 am-1 pm

Investigate and learn about our urban forest from the experts. Instruction and outdoor learning will cover tree physiology, tree species identification, tree care, tree selection, risk management, how trees support wildlife, tree inventory, champion trees, the history of urban forestry, tree law for homeowners, and arboretum requirements. Classes are designed for the public, municipal employees, plant-related non-profits, arboretums, members of neighborhood associations, tree boards, garden clubs, and plant societies. 

This class is sponsored by the West TN Chapter of the TN Urban Forestry Council, the Memphis Botanic Garden, and the Memphis Tree Board.  

Your instructors for the course include:  

• Eric Bridges – Director of Operations & Capital Improvements: Overton Park      
• Laurie Williams – Retired Horticulturist
• Bill Bullock – Invasive Plant Removal Specialist: Overton Park
• Joellen Dimond – U of M Landscape Director
• Dr. Mark Follis – Follis Tree Preservation President
• Claire Barnett –Environmental Engineer                    
• Wes Hopper – ISA Certified Arborist Instructor, Owner of Urban Forestry Consulting

What’s included in this class:  

Your class fee includes all classroom materials, a notebook, and dues for both the West Tennessee Urban Forestry Council and the state organization (upon submission of completed examination)  

Things to know:  

• A limited number of scholarships are available; for more information, please contact jshellab@comcast.net
• CEU’s may be available for ISA certified arborists upon request.
• Participants in this program can become certified as a UFA volunteer after completing 20 volunteer hours after their course and completion of test.

This event is in partnership with the West TN Chapter of the Tennessee Urban Forestry Council and Memphis Tree Board

$120 per person

Wednesdays, September 9-October 14, 2026
9 am-1 pm

Investigate and learn about our urban forest from the experts. Instruction and outdoor learning will cover tree physiology, tree species identification, tree care, tree selection, risk management, how trees support wildlife, tree inventory, champion trees, the history of urban forestry, tree law for homeowners, and arboretum requirements. Classes are designed for the public, municipal employees, plant-related non-profits, arboretums, members of neighborhood associations, tree boards, garden clubs, and plant societies. 

This class is sponsored by the West TN Chapter of the TN Urban Forestry Council, the Memphis Botanic Garden, and the Memphis Tree Board.  

Your instructors for the course include:  

• Eric Bridges – Director of Operations & Capital Improvements: Overton Park      
• Laurie Williams – Retired Horticulturist
• Bill Bullock – Invasive Plant Removal Specialist: Overton Park
• Joellen Dimond – U of M Landscape Director
• Dr. Mark Follis – Follis Tree Preservation President
• Claire Barnett –Environmental Engineer                    
• Wes Hopper – ISA Certified Arborist Instructor, Owner of Urban Forestry Consulting

What’s included in this class:  

Your class fee includes all classroom materials, a notebook, and dues for both the West Tennessee Urban Forestry Council and the state organization (upon submission of completed examination)  

Things to know:  

• A limited number of scholarships are available; for more information, please contact jshellab@comcast.net
• CEU’s may be available for ISA certified arborists upon request.
• Participants in this program can become certified as a UFA volunteer after completing 20 volunteer hours after their course and completion of test.

This event is in partnership with the West TN Chapter of the Tennessee Urban Forestry Council and Memphis Tree Board

$120 per person

Wednesdays, September 9-October 14, 2026
9 am-1 pm

Investigate and learn about our urban forest from the experts. Instruction and outdoor learning will cover tree physiology, tree species identification, tree care, tree selection, risk management, how trees support wildlife, tree inventory, champion trees, the history of urban forestry, tree law for homeowners, and arboretum requirements. Classes are designed for the public, municipal employees, plant-related non-profits, arboretums, members of neighborhood associations, tree boards, garden clubs, and plant societies. 

This class is sponsored by the West TN Chapter of the TN Urban Forestry Council, the Memphis Botanic Garden, and the Memphis Tree Board.  

Your instructors for the course include:  

• Eric Bridges – Director of Operations & Capital Improvements: Overton Park      
• Laurie Williams – Retired Horticulturist
• Bill Bullock – Invasive Plant Removal Specialist: Overton Park
• Joellen Dimond – U of M Landscape Director
• Dr. Mark Follis – Follis Tree Preservation President
• Claire Barnett –Environmental Engineer                    
• Wes Hopper – ISA Certified Arborist Instructor, Owner of Urban Forestry Consulting

What’s included in this class:  

Your class fee includes all classroom materials, a notebook, and dues for both the West Tennessee Urban Forestry Council and the state organization (upon submission of completed examination)  

Things to know:  

• A limited number of scholarships are available; for more information, please contact jshellab@comcast.net
• CEU’s may be available for ISA certified arborists upon request.
• Participants in this program can become certified as a UFA volunteer after completing 20 volunteer hours after their course and completion of test.

This event is in partnership with the West TN Chapter of the Tennessee Urban Forestry Council and Memphis Tree Board

$120 per person