Programs for Kids & Families
Featured Programs at the Missouri Botanical Garden
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For ages 4–6 		Mother and daughter
Budding Scientists & Budding Artists
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Canopy Climb
For ages 8 and up
Come Grow With Us...
Mother and daughter potting a plant Offered for a diversity of learners, from young explorers to budding enthusiasts, our programs have been expertly designed to educate, inspire and enrich. Most importantly, they are intended to strengthen the connections each of us has with the natural world.

Our classes for kids and families have been designed for children and adults to experience together. Instructors strive to engage children in age-appropriate activities, while providing adults examples of ways to learn about the natural world at home.

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Early Childhood Programs for
Grown-up & Child
Family Programs at the Garden

 

Family Programs at
Shaw Nature Reserve

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in Gray Summit, Missouri

Bring the family to Gray Summit to discover the prairie, the wetlands and nature. Join us for a Creek Stomp, Geocaching or a Canopy Climb! We have classes and programs for families with children of all ages. Learn more

Family Events at
the Butterfly House

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in Chesterfield, Missouri

Visit us at the Butterfly House in Chesterfield! Join us for the Spring Fling, Summer Buggin’, Booterfly House, Winter Jewels or participate in one of our other fun programs. Learn more

 

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Visiting the Garden with Kids?
Show-Me Backpack

Order a Show-Me Backpack! The packs are bursting with activities and supplies to help you explore nature together. Learn more

 

Summer Reading Club
This summer, Missouri Botanical Garden will be partnering with St. Louis County Library and their Summer Reading Club. Please visit their website for more information. To redeem your Missouri Botanical Garden specialty prize pack, please bring your certificate to the Missouri Botanical Garden Membership desk between the dates of June 13 and August 13, 2022. Book recommendations