January 18, 2020
Marvelous Mediterranean
With winter upon us, let’s visit the Mediterranean climate in the Temperate House. Here we’ll find flowers and trees that are sheltered from the cold outside.
February 15, 2020
Evergreen Trees
Why do some trees' leaves stay green all winter? Join us as we explore the Garden and learn about which trees stay green and why.
March 21, 2020 Postponed
Getting the Garden Ready
Let’s explore the vegetable garden before it’s planted. What would you plant in your very own vegetable garden?
April 18, 2020 Postponed
Spectacular Spring
Spring is in the air! Join us as we take a stroll and search for spring wildflowers.
May 16, 2020
Missouri Native Shade Garden
Let’s learn about the plants of Missouri woods and how to protect the remaining native ecosystem.
June 20, 2020
Interesting Insects
What insects call the Garden their home? We’ll search the Garden for insects and spiders that make their home in the Garden.
July 18, 2020
Exploring the Chinese Garden
Tucked away from view, the Chinese Garden may be easy to pass by, but this special garden is well worth the stop.
August 19, 2020
Dazzling Dragonflies
Join us as we search the pond and the Central Axis Pools for these amazing insects.
September 19, 2020
Bye, Bye Birdies
This is the time of year that the birds begin to migrate, join us as we discover what other animals migrate.
October 17, 2020
Weather Watcher
Join us as we observe and identify changes in the weather and how this seasonal change affects the plants in the Garden.
November 20, 2020
Preparing for Winter
Winter will soon be approaching. Let’s search the Garden and discover what the plants and animals do to prepare for winter.
December 19, 2020
Art in the Garden
Join us as we search for sculptures, mosaics and other art in the Garden.
January 16, 2021
Tropical Trek
Let’s visit a forest that’s warm all year long. Learn about tropical plants, the rainforest ecosystem and ways to help with conservation.
February 20, 2021
Bird Friendly Gardens
Most of the birds have migrated, but some stay here all year. Join us as we search the Garden for birds and learn what makes the Garden bird friendly.