calendar of events
There's always something happening at the Arb & Gardens, whether it's a single cactus blooming in the Conservatory or a few thousand people enjoying Earth Day celebrations. Free guided tours. Prescribed burns. Gardening and art classes for kids and adults. School field trips. Seasonal exhibits. Let our calendar help you find the activity that's right for you and your family.
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This starfish flower resides in the arid house of the Botanical Gardens Conservatory. The arid house is one of three galleries in the Conservatory, each representing one of the world’s major biomes.
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- Feast! - A Cross-Cultural Culinary Tour of Plants Around the World
From cinnamon in Sri Lanka to figs in ancient Rome, the winter exhibit takes a look at how plants have played an essential role in celebrations and cooking, especially during the holiday season. Activities during the exhibit include a visit from Father Christmas, food event, music on Nov. 24, seasonal flower display, member sale, kids activities, and more.
Location: Matthaei Botanical Gardens Date: 11/24/2012 to 1/6/2013 Date Details: Sat., Nov. 24 through Sun., Jan. 6, 2013
Matthaei Botanical Gardens Time: 10 am to 4:30 pm More info: click here - Holiday Open House at Matthaei
Join us for opening weekend of our conservatory exhibit Feast! at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. Members' sale in the Garden Store; live music 11 am-2 pm, 11/24 & 25 in the Conservatory; holiday tree and flower display; Spinner's Flock fiber art sale; and more. Learn about food plants of the world used in celebration and ceremony in our exhibit Feast! - A Cross-Cultural Culinary Tour of Plants Around the World, through Jan. 6.
Plus, all invited to our special holiday dinner December 14 prepared by U-M chefs. Feast - A World Dinner Party is a ticketed event. Visit our website to purchase tickets. Limited ticket availability.
Open day after Thanksgiving and New Year's Day. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas day, and New Year's Eve, Free conservatory admission.
Location: Matthaei Botanical Gardens Date: 11/24/2012 to 11/25/2012 Date Details: Sat., Nov. 24 through Sun., Jan. 6, 2013 Time: 10 am to 4:30 pm More info: click here
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