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GET INVOLVED! Offering a wide range of programs geared towards both youth and adult education, Garfield Park Conservatory and Sunken Garden provides a unique setting for engaged learning. Read below to learn up to date information on programs, seasonal displays, lecture series, club events and much more! To find out specific info on any of these events call 317.327.7580.

Click here to find out infomation regarding events, programs and fees at all Indy Parks.

GUIDED CONSERVATORY TOUR

Join Garfield Park Master Gardeners as they guide you through the Conservatory, highlighting interesting plant and historical information. Tours will take place on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month. Tours are free with the regular $1 admission.

June 13 & 27, 2:30 - 3:30pm
July 11 & 25, 2:30 - 3:30pm
Aug 8 & 22, 2:30 - 3:30pm

GARDEN STORIES

Join us Thursday afternoons in June for story time in the Garden! Bring a blanket or lawn chair and relax in the shade while enjoying a story show-and-tell. Ages 3-12. FREE.

June 4, 11, 18 and 25. 3pm - 4pm

JUNGLE TALES

Ages: 2-5 (with adult), Cost: $3 per session

This popular preschool program returns with a focus on the rainforest and the world around us. Join us for nature-related stories, activities and crafts. Activities may be messy or involve going outdoors, so dress appropriately. This program fills up fast and pre-registration is required, SO REGISTER TODAY! Program dates are the second Tuesday of each month: May 12, June 9, July 14, August 11. Choose between 10am - 11am or the new 3pm -4pm session. Call early to pre-register: 317.327.7580.

YOUTH GARDENING

Junior Gardener Club - Come out to the Children’s Garden each month for a fun-filled garden lesson and activity. No “green thumbs” required. The Club will meet in the Conservatory in cases of inclement weather. Please pre-register for this exciting program by calling 327-7580, as spots are limited. (Ages 6-12). Sessions are from 11am-12pm on the second Saturday of each month: May 9

Junior Master Gardeners - Through this 9-week program, kids can learn about plant basics, composting, and growing their own food! Each child will have plant their own garden and enjoy the bounty of their labor. Space is limited. Participants are encouraged to come to Family Planting Day on May 30th from 9-10AM to plant their gardens.

Ages 6-8 Session is June 11- Aug 6 meeting on Wednesdays 10am -12PM - $30
Ages 9-13 Session is June 11 - Aug 6 meeting on Wednesdays 2 - 4pm - $30

Junior Master Gardeners for Homeschoolers - This spring the Junior Master Gardener program will be offered for homeschoolers looking to get their fingers a little dirty! This bi-weekly program will feature different topics such as plant basics, soils, composting, and insects during the 7 sessions. Time will be spent indoors and outdoors, raising herbs and cool season vegetables. (Ages 6-12). Sessions are bi-weekly Wednesdays from 1:30-3pm from Feb 25 - May 20. $25.

TAIJIQUAN (TAI CHI) AT THE CONSERVATORY

Ages: 18+, Cost: $37 per 8 class session

Taijiquan, or Tai Chi, is an exercise-based class that teaches health principles about mind, body, environment, and how they interact. Suitable for all fitness levels. Increase your balance, flexibility, circulation, relaxation, ease of movement, and return to a more youthful feel. For more information, contact the Conservatory: 317-327-7580.

Meet every Tuesday and Friday from 8:30am - 9:15am

SESSION DATES:
12-May/5-Jun
9-Jun/3-Jul
7-Jul/31-Jul
4-Aug/28-Aug

GARDEN CLUB EVENTS

Garden Club Trip: Henderson, KY. Aug 22 - Join Garden Club Tours for a one-day bus trip and visit the John James Audubon State Park and the Museum and Nature Center. For more details, contact tour organizer Ginny Jones at (317) 894-8417. Ages 18+

2009

JUNE EVENTS

Rose Show - Saturday, June 6th, 12 - 5pm - Free with $1 Admission - The Indianapolis Rose Society will present a stunning show of many different rose varieties. Society members will also be on hand, so bring your questions!

Bonsai Show - Sat & Sun June 13-14, 10am - 5pm - Free with $1 Admission - Join the Indianapolis Bonsai Club as they display a number of different bonsai plants. The club will also have some plants for sale. Members will be on hand to answer questions.

Wacky Planters - Saturday, June 20 11am - 12pm - $4 - Come by and find out that plants can grow in just about anything. Bring an old shoe, hat, or whatever you think would be neat – and we’ll supply the soil, plants, and fun! Space is limited. Ages 5+.

America We Remember -Friday, June 26th, 8PM - Free patriotic music and fireworks featuring the Indianapolis Jazz Orchestra. Music program begins at 8:00 pm in The MacAllister Center for the Performing Arts. Fireworks will begin at dark and will originate in the north-east side of the park so they will be visible from most areas in the park. Come to the park early and bring along your own blankets, chairs and a picnic supper or enjoy some of the fair-type food available from on-site concessions.

JULY EVENTS

Family Scavenger Hunt - Thursdays in July 4-6pm, FREE - Stop by the Conservatory and pick up our Family Scavenger Hunt. This hunt will send you all over the Conservatory and Gardens. Bring your finished hunt back and receive a prize! Hunts must be returned during scheduled times in order to receive a prize. July 9, 16, 23 & 30.

Nature T-Shirt - Sunday, July 12 3-4pm, $2 - Drop by the Conservatory with a plain solid colored t-shirt (dark colors will work well) and create a one-of-a-kind design using objects from nature. Space is limited. Ages 7-14.

Music in the Garden - Saturday July 18th, 6:30 -8pm, FREE - Bring your lawn chairs or blanket and enjoy live music in the beautiful Sunken Garden in Garfield Park. Event sponsored by Friends of Garfield Park, Inc and Indy Parks. Performer to be announced.

Froggy Fun - Saturday, July 25, 10:30-11:30am, $3 - Join us for a look into the world of these croaking creatures. See live frogs and toads from Indiana and the tropics and create some “frog slime” of your own. Space is limited. Ages 5-10.

The Many Uses of Herbs - Saturday, July 25, 1:30-2:30pm, $5 - Come learn about herb gardening and the many uses of popular herbs. Space is limited. Ages 18+.

AUGUST EVENTS

Family Bee Day - Sunday, Aug 2, 2-3pm, FREE - Come learn about the fascinating world of bees and beekeeping. Join a real beekeeper and explore bee biology – with a special look inside the hive in our garden. See how honey is extracted and sample a taste. Space is limited. Ages 3+.

Beautiful Butterflies - Saturday, Aug 22, 10:30am - 12pm, FREE - Butterflies are everywhere this time of year! Stop by the Conservatory to learn more about these winged creatures and explore the Garden for caterpillars and butterflies. Get some tips on attracting butterflies to your own yard. Ages 3+.


PROGRAMS & EVENTS	Photography Policy - Directions - Volunteering - Jobs - Trips and Tours - Photo Gallery - Admissions
Home Conservatory Sunken Garden Programs & Events Wedding Information Contact Us Plant Collection Gallery High Res (Flash) Low Res	GET INVOLVED! Offering a wide range of programs geared towards both youth and adult education, Garfield Park Conservatory and Sunken Garden provides a unique setting for engaged learning. Read below to learn up to date information on programs, seasonal displays, lecture series, club events and much more! To find out specific info on any of these events call 317.327.7580. Click here to find out infomation regarding events, programs and fees at all Indy Parks.

	GUIDED CONSERVATORY TOUR Join Garfield Park Master Gardeners as they guide you through the Conservatory, highlighting interesting plant and historical information. Tours will take place on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month. Tours are free with the regular $1 admission. June 13 & 27, 2:30 - 3:30pm July 11 & 25, 2:30 - 3:30pm Aug 8 & 22, 2:30 - 3:30pm

	GARDEN STORIES Join us Thursday afternoons in June for story time in the Garden! Bring a blanket or lawn chair and relax in the shade while enjoying a story show-and-tell. Ages 3-12. FREE. June 4, 11, 18 and 25. 3pm - 4pm

	JUNGLE TALES Ages: 2-5 (with adult), Cost: $3 per session This popular preschool program returns with a focus on the rainforest and the world around us. Join us for nature-related stories, activities and crafts. Activities may be messy or involve going outdoors, so dress appropriately. This program fills up fast and pre-registration is required, SO REGISTER TODAY! Program dates are the second Tuesday of each month: May 12, June 9, July 14, August 11. Choose between 10am - 11am or the new 3pm -4pm session. Call early to pre-register: 317.327.7580.

	YOUTH GARDENING Junior Gardener Club - Come out to the Children’s Garden each month for a fun-filled garden lesson and activity. No “green thumbs” required. The Club will meet in the Conservatory in cases of inclement weather. Please pre-register for this exciting program by calling 327-7580, as spots are limited. (Ages 6-12). Sessions are from 11am-12pm on the second Saturday of each month: May 9 Junior Master Gardeners - Through this 9-week program, kids can learn about plant basics, composting, and growing their own food! Each child will have plant their own garden and enjoy the bounty of their labor. Space is limited. Participants are encouraged to come to Family Planting Day on May 30th from 9-10AM to plant their gardens. Ages 6-8 Session is June 11- Aug 6 meeting on Wednesdays 10am -12PM - $30 Ages 9-13 Session is June 11 - Aug 6 meeting on Wednesdays 2 - 4pm - $30 Junior Master Gardeners for Homeschoolers - This spring the Junior Master Gardener program will be offered for homeschoolers looking to get their fingers a little dirty! This bi-weekly program will feature different topics such as plant basics, soils, composting, and insects during the 7 sessions. Time will be spent indoors and outdoors, raising herbs and cool season vegetables. (Ages 6-12). Sessions are bi-weekly Wednesdays from 1:30-3pm from Feb 25 - May 20. $25.

	TAIJIQUAN (TAI CHI) AT THE CONSERVATORY Ages: 18+, Cost: $37 per 8 class session Taijiquan, or Tai Chi, is an exercise-based class that teaches health principles about mind, body, environment, and how they interact. Suitable for all fitness levels. Increase your balance, flexibility, circulation, relaxation, ease of movement, and return to a more youthful feel. For more information, contact the Conservatory: 317-327-7580. Meet every Tuesday and Friday from 8:30am - 9:15am SESSION DATES: 12-May/5-Jun 9-Jun/3-Jul 7-Jul/31-Jul 4-Aug/28-Aug

	GARDEN CLUB EVENTS Garden Club Trip: Henderson, KY. Aug 22 - Join Garden Club Tours for a one-day bus trip and visit the John James Audubon State Park and the Museum and Nature Center. For more details, contact tour organizer Ginny Jones at (317) 894-8417. Ages 18+

2009

	JUNE EVENTS Rose Show - Saturday, June 6th, 12 - 5pm - Free with $1 Admission - The Indianapolis Rose Society will present a stunning show of many different rose varieties. Society members will also be on hand, so bring your questions! Bonsai Show - Sat & Sun June 13-14, 10am - 5pm - Free with $1 Admission - Join the Indianapolis Bonsai Club as they display a number of different bonsai plants. The club will also have some plants for sale. Members will be on hand to answer questions. Wacky Planters - Saturday, June 20 11am - 12pm - $4 - Come by and find out that plants can grow in just about anything. Bring an old shoe, hat, or whatever you think would be neat – and we’ll supply the soil, plants, and fun! Space is limited. Ages 5+. America We Remember -Friday, June 26th, 8PM - Free patriotic music and fireworks featuring the Indianapolis Jazz Orchestra. Music program begins at 8:00 pm in The MacAllister Center for the Performing Arts. Fireworks will begin at dark and will originate in the north-east side of the park so they will be visible from most areas in the park. Come to the park early and bring along your own blankets, chairs and a picnic supper or enjoy some of the fair-type food available from on-site concessions.

	JULY EVENTS Family Scavenger Hunt - Thursdays in July 4-6pm, FREE - Stop by the Conservatory and pick up our Family Scavenger Hunt. This hunt will send you all over the Conservatory and Gardens. Bring your finished hunt back and receive a prize! Hunts must be returned during scheduled times in order to receive a prize. July 9, 16, 23 & 30. Nature T-Shirt - Sunday, July 12 3-4pm, $2 - Drop by the Conservatory with a plain solid colored t-shirt (dark colors will work well) and create a one-of-a-kind design using objects from nature. Space is limited. Ages 7-14. Music in the Garden - Saturday July 18th, 6:30 -8pm, FREE - Bring your lawn chairs or blanket and enjoy live music in the beautiful Sunken Garden in Garfield Park. Event sponsored by Friends of Garfield Park, Inc and Indy Parks. Performer to be announced. Froggy Fun - Saturday, July 25, 10:30-11:30am, $3 - Join us for a look into the world of these croaking creatures. See live frogs and toads from Indiana and the tropics and create some “frog slime” of your own. Space is limited. Ages 5-10. The Many Uses of Herbs - Saturday, July 25, 1:30-2:30pm, $5 - Come learn about herb gardening and the many uses of popular herbs. Space is limited. Ages 18+.

	AUGUST EVENTS Family Bee Day - Sunday, Aug 2, 2-3pm, FREE - Come learn about the fascinating world of bees and beekeeping. Join a real beekeeper and explore bee biology – with a special look inside the hive in our garden. See how honey is extracted and sample a taste. Space is limited. Ages 3+. Beautiful Butterflies - Saturday, Aug 22, 10:30am - 12pm, FREE - Butterflies are everywhere this time of year! Stop by the Conservatory to learn more about these winged creatures and explore the Garden for caterpillars and butterflies. Get some tips on attracting butterflies to your own yard. Ages 3+.