Mongabay Founder Rhett Ayers Butler will receive the Henry Shaw Medal on Wednesday, Oct. 22.   

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Throughout the entire month of October, the Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House will be transformed into the BOOterfly House. Unlike other Halloween events, the BOOterfly House doesn’t aim to scare, but educate guests on the bugs often deemed scary. Full story.

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Tree species in the Amazon and Andes are not responding fast enough to keep up with warming temperatures, according to a recently published study by an international team including Missouri Botanical Garden scientists and collaborators. For some species, this could mean shrinking distributions or even extinction. 

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The Missouri Botanical Garden will once again be hosting one of the area’s most beloved fall events next weekend, highlighting over 150 artisans, artists and local businesses at the Best of Missouri Market®. Full story.

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Garden Glow returns for its 13th year in November with a new sponsor – Edward Jones.
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This Labor Day Weekend, the Missouri Botanical Garden is hosting one of the largest and longest-running celebrations of Japanese culture in the country. The annual Japanese Festival features local and international performers, authentic cuisine, unique merchandise, hands-on classes, demonstrations and more.  

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Jingle in July takes place during the Garden’s Thursday evening hours and will feature appearances from some Garden Glow favorites, live music performed by the Soulard Island Dudes, special crafts, holiday-themed drinks and more. Full story.

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The Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House is hosting educational opportunities for children all summer long, offering hands-on learning to keep young minds active and engaged during summer break and fostering an appreciation for insects and conservation. Full story.

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On Saturday, June 7, visitors of the Missouri Botanical Garden can explore local, sustainable businesses and discover new, eco-friendly home solutions while enjoying live music and outdoor activities at the 24th annual Green Living Festival.
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A rare Amorphophallus titanum plant is expected to bloom soon at the Missouri Botanical Garden. Corpse flower Lucy is the Garden's 18th corpse flower bloom.

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