Huntsville Botanical Garden
December 2023
Galaxy of Lights Walking Nights
November 17 – December 31 Walking Nights: November 17- 26, 29, 30 (Closed Thanksgiving Day) & December 1 – 3, 16 – 24 Dog Walking Nights: Every Monday and Tuesday during Walking Nights (November 20 & 21 and December 18 & 19) Driving Nights: December 4 – 15 & 26 – 31 Galaxy of Lights is a regional holiday tradition that takes place every November and December at the Huntsville Botanical Garden. For over 25 years, we have welcomed guests from near and far to…
Find out more »Galaxy of Lights Driving Nights
November 17 – December 31 Walking Nights: November 17- 26, 29, 30 (Closed Thanksgiving Day) & December 1 – 3, 16 – 24 Dog Walking Nights: Every Monday and Tuesday during Walking Nights (November 20 & 21 and December 18 & 19) Driving Nights: December 4 – 15 & 26 – 31 Galaxy of Lights is a regional holiday tradition that takes place every November and December at the Huntsville Botanical Garden. For over 25 years, we have welcomed guests from near and far to…
Find out more »Fresh Wreaths: What to grow and how to make them class
‘Tis the season for holiday wreaths! A fresh evergreen wreath in your home adds the perfect festive touch, and by knowing what to grow in your own home landscape, your decoration will be both festive AND convenient. In this hands-on class, your instructor, Rebecca Turk, will cover key trees and shrubs to grow as well as how to make an 18” wreath using those plants. Each class attendee will make their own 18” wreath from materials harvested from the Garden.…
Find out more »Nature Academy: Dome Sweet Dome
Have you ever climbed on a dome on the playground? The dome shape is very special because it is strong and inspired by nature! Domes are used worldwide in beautiful buildings, sports stadiums, and garden conservatories. Explore more about their potential for more sustainable living as homes and greenhouses. We will work together to build a model of a geodesic dome that you can replicate at home. What is Nature Academy? Nature Academy provides hands-on science classes at the Garden to…
Find out more »Holiday Table Garlands Class
Add natural beauty to your holiday display with handcrafted garlands by using fresh greenery such as cypress, arborvitae and magnolia. In this class, you’ll learn the steps to turn unassuming branches and foliage into beautiful pieces of festive cheer. In this hands-on class, your instructor, Rebecca Turk, will cover key trees and shrubs to grow as well as how to make an six foot table garland using those plants. Each class attendee will make their own 6’ table garden from…
Find out more »Galaxy of Lights Dog Walking Nights
November 17 – December 31 Walking Nights: November 17- 26, 29, 30 (Closed Thanksgiving Day) & December 1 – 3, 16 – 24 Dog Walking Nights: Every Monday and Tuesday during Walking Nights (November 20 & 21 and December 18 & 19) Driving Nights: December 4 – 15 & 26 – 31 Ready to immerse yourself and your four-legged friend in the magic of the holiday season? Galaxy of Lights Walking Nights offers many opportunities to walk through with your pup! Member tickets Non-Member tickets…
Find out more »January 2024
Nature Academy: January: Weather Watchers
Weather plays an important role in gardening. Vegetables and flowers aren’t going to grow without water and sunlight. Storms and cold temperatures can be harmful to your plants. Learn about weather-watching so you can be a better steward of your garden space. Tuesday, January 9, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Thursday, January 11, 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Find out more »Huntsville Symphony Orchestra
Join us as members of the Huntsville Symphony Orchestra in conjunction with their Music in the City program to delight us with beautiful music in the Garden Atrium.
Find out more »February 2024
Nature Academy: February: Backyard Birds
We see birds around our community all the time, but do you recognize them by name? Come walk our Lewis Birding Trail and learn more about how to identify birds when you see and hear them. Learn about their habitats and how we can care for our feathered friends. Tuesday, February 13, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Thursday, February 15, 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
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