Classes, Tours & Workshops
Public Programs Registration
Registration for Fall/Winter classes opens AUGUST 1, 2019 at 9 a.m.

Check back then for class descriptions and dates.

Programs for Adults
Instructor and student discuss photographyFrom gardening practices to nature study and everything in between—the Missouri Botanical Garden offers a full range of classes. Go to a list of all adult education classes.

If you have questions, please call us at (314) 577-5140 or email classes@mobot.org.

Join us for an upcoming class. Here are just a few:

 

 

Fruit
Art Forms in Nature
Saturday, August 10;
9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Learn more and register

 

Climatron
Photographing Color in Motion
Monday, August 12; 8–10 p.m.
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Water lilies
Behind the Scenes: Water Lilies
Tuesday, August 20; 5–7 p.m.
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Climatron with tulips and daffodils
The Impact of Color in your Photography
Saturday, August 24; 10 a.m.–noon
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Go to a full listing of our classes.

“Awesome teacher! He gave great examples and made everything easy to understand.”

“Able to cross slab pottery class off my bucket list! Thanks!”

“Taking time to really immerse yourself in different areas of the Garden.”
—Quotes from previous participants

 

Give the Garden
Class participant creating wreath from succulentsGive the gift of knowledge! Instead of the typical “stuff,” give that hard-to-buy-for friend or family member a fun, memorable experience. Missouri Botanical Garden and its family of attractions offer many engaging and enriching classes throughout the year.

Purchase a gift card that can be used for classes, as well as for admission, merchandise, membership and more.

 

Quick Links
Herb & Heirloom Tuesdays
English lavender
Tuesdays, June 4–August 27, 2019
10 a.m.–noon
Discover a different herb each week. The first 200 participants will pot one up to take home. Included in Garden admission.
Learn more

 

Learn More
plant and trowels
Take your love for gardening to the next level. Learn more about the St. Louis Master Gardener Program and share your passion for plants with fellow gardeners, Garden visitors and your community.
St. Louis Master Gardener Program
Help for the Home Gardener

 

Online Master's Degree
Adult students studying plantsCheck out a graduate degree program that combines web-based courses through Miami University with experiential learning, internships, and field study in person at the Garden. Learn more