Gather with fellow Garden Members at the Christine Frechard Gallery for an evening of wine tasting, art appreciation and fellowship. Located in the trendy Lawrenceville section of Pittsburgh, the gallery space is the perfect place to explore beauty indoors during the winter season. Member only exclusive event. Space is limited.

$20 | Member Only

Members, get ready for a month of free cultural fun across the city!

Pittsburgh’s leading cultural organizations are coming together to say to “thank you” to their dedicated supporters. On select days in February, members will receive free admission* to participating attractions. Just show your photo ID along with your membership card for free admission (no pre-registration needed).

• Student and Individual membership admits the cardholder only.
• Dual membership admits up to two people, including at least one cardholder.
• Family memberships and above admit up to two adults and four children, including at least one cardholder.

The complete calendar of free dates follows. Please view the websites of each participating organization for additional information about hours and parking unless noted below:

Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh  |  Sun., Feb. 2 
(including Carnegie Museum of Art, Carnegie Museum of Natural History, Carnegie Science Center and The Andy Warhol Museum)

Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh  |  Fri., Feb. 7
(MuseumLab open until 6 p.m.)

Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens  |  Sun., Feb. 9

Mattress Factory  |  Wed., Feb. 12
(Open until 8 p.m.)

Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium  |  Sat., Feb. 15; 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
(admission gates close at 3 p.m.)

Heinz History Center  |  Sun., Feb. 16
(includes the Fort Pitt Museum) 

The Westmoreland Museum of American Art  |  Sat., Feb. 22

The Frick Pittsburgh  |  Wed., Feb. 26
(tours of Clayton must be reserved in advance; contact the Frick at 412-371-0600 for details)

Pittsburgh Botanic Garden  |  Sat., Feb. 29; 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

*Reciprocal admission honored at the same level of your current membership up to 2 adults and 4 children. 

Contact us directly with any questions at kware@pittsburghbotanicgarden.org or by calling 412-444-4464 ext. 232. 

Learn about the art of taping trees to create maple syrup! Explore the regions of the world where maple syrup is produced, and the weather conditions are needed to start the process. Attendees will walk into the Garden and observe the tapping of a maple tree. Suitable for families with children ages 5 and older.

$5 Member Child| $5 Nonmember Child

Looking to add a vertical dimension to your garden? Learn about both annual and woody vines that grow well in our climate. Join Keith S. Kaiser, Pittsburgh Botanic Garden Executive Director, for this session to learn which vines fit specific characteristics of your garden. Attendees will take home seedling plants of annual vines to plant in their garden.

$20 Member | $30 Nonmember

Pittsburgh Botanic Garden Adult Programs provide practical and inspirational techniques and tools for gardeners and nature enthusiasts. Registration and pre-payment is required for all programs.  For more information and to register, visit PittsburghBotanicGarden.org or call 412-444-4464.

Gardens have been places of healing and rejuvenation for time immemorial. Healing gardens are designed through the arrangement of spaces, placement of paths, selection of materials and plants to help people overcome physical and emotional challenges. In this lecture, explore the rich history of healing gardens and delve into the current research that sheds light on the health and wellness values associated with being amongst plants and nature. Take a journey into the world of gardens that use specific design ideas to create spaces for physical and emotional respite, restoration, and rejuvenation.

Amy Wagenfeld, PhD, a therapeutic designer, educator, researcher, and co-author of Therapeutic Gardens: Design for Healing Spaces, will talk about why being in nature can support health and well-being, and how healing gardens can be designed to benefit everyone.

Light refreshments will be served 6:30 – 7 pm with the opportunity to meet the speaker. Lecture begins at 7 pm. 

$25 Member | $35 Nonmember

Pittsburgh Botanic Garden Adult Programs provide practical and inspirational techniques and tools for gardeners and nature enthusiasts. Registration and pre-payment is required for all programs.  For more information and to register, visit PittsburghBotanicGarden.org or call 412-444-4464.

Do you wish to carve out a meditative space in your yard? Learn basic design principles that can be incorporated into your own garden. To begin this process, Dr. Amy Wagenfeld will lead participants through a modified Kawa (river) model activity, which includes a reflective nature walk to connect elements found in nature to one’s own feelings, and to lay the groundwork for designing a healing garden that is personally meaningful. Bring printed photographs of your garden or a nearby open space to help guide your design. Attendees will be invited to use a combination of drawing and collage along with insight generated from the Kawa (river) Activity to create their personal healing garden, be it inside, on a balcony, or a backyard. No previous design experience necessary.

Amy Wagenfeld, PhD, a therapeutic designer, educator, researcher, and co-author of Therapeutic Gardens: Design for Healing Spaces, will talk about why being in nature can support health and well-being, and how healing gardens can be designed to benefit everyone.

$35 Member | $45 Nonmember

Pittsburgh Botanic Garden Adult Programs provide practical and inspirational techniques and tools for gardeners and nature enthusiasts. Registration and pre-payment is required for all programs.  For more information and to register, visit PittsburghBotanicGarden.org or call 412-444-4464.

Join Pittsburgh Botanic Garden Executive Director, Keith S. Kaiser, and explore the historic gardens of Virginia. Stroll the home and gardens of Thomas Jefferson at Monticello and visit historic Williamsburg. Discover everything that Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden has to offer in Richmond. Enjoy the 34th annual Gloucester Daffodil Festival and get an exclusive behind the scenes tour of Brent and Becky’s bulb farm and gardens. All transportation will be provided so that you can relax and enjoy the trip.

Deadline for registration is March 10, 2020. 

$925 Member (Double Occupancy) | $965 Nonmember (Double Occupancy)      

$1,275 Member (Single Occupancy) | $1,315 Nonmember (Single Occupancy)

Pittsburgh Botanic Garden Adult Programs provide practical and inspirational techniques and tools for gardeners and nature enthusiasts. Registration is required for all programs. All supplies will be provided unless specified.

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Photo Credit: lewisginter.org

Join Doug Oster, editor of Everybody Gardens, and Keith Kaiser, Pittsburgh Botanic Garden Executive Director, for a walk through the grounds to learn about spring blooming trees. The discussion will continue during a seasonal, plant-based lunch.

$35 Member | $45 Nonmember

Pittsburgh Botanic Garden Adult Programs provide practical and inspirational techniques and tools for gardeners and nature enthusiasts. Registration and pre-payment is required for all programs.  For more information and to register, visit PittsburghBotanicGarden.org or call 412-444-4464.

The Garden is looking for corporate groups to help plant trees at its reforestation site. The goal is to plant 6000 trees during April. Volunteer groups will join staff to plant young native trees in a non-public area, a formerly mined site that is being reforested. Staff will provide instructions and all necessary tools. Volunteers should be able to walk to the site and work outdoors for the duration of the shift. Terrain is uneven, so sturdy shoes and outdoor gear are recommended.

Available dates and shifts are:

Wednesday, April 15, from 9 am -12 pm and/or from 12:30 – 3 pm

Saturday, April 18, from 9 am – 12 pm

Wednesday, April 22, from 9 am -12 pm and/or from 12:30 – 3 pm

Saturday, April 25, from 9 am -12 pm

Wednesday, April 29, from 9 am -12 pm and/or from 12:30 – 3 pm 

Please register your group (10-50 individuals) by clicking below.  Maximum amount per shift is 50 volunteers. For more information, contact volunteer@pittsburghbotanicgarden.org

Do you want to start composting but do not know where to begin? Confused about what can and cannot go in the bin? This class is for you! Composting is a wonderful way to turn kitchen scraps and yard waste into a resource for your yard. Learn the basics about acquiring and setting up a composter, discuss different composting options, and what can and cannot be composted.

$5 Member | $15 Nonmember

Pittsburgh Botanic Garden Adult Programs provide practical and inspirational techniques and tools for
gardeners and nature enthusiasts. Registration and pre-payment is required for all programs. For more
information and to register, visit PittsburghBotanicGarden.org or call 412-444-4464.

Image Courtesy of Kathieswift.org

Visit the Garden Gift Shop for a first look at the seasonal plants, distinctive household items and gardening needs. Shop while enjoying the company of fellow Members, and ask your and plant questions to knowledgeable staff and local gardeners. Garden Members will receive special discounts throughout the evening, as well as enjoy small plates and sangria. This evening is free for Members, and registration is requested.

Pittsburgh Botanic Garden Adult Programs provide practical and inspirational techniques and tools for
gardeners and nature enthusiasts. Registration and pre-payment is required for all programs. For more
information and to register, visit PittsburghBotanicGarden.org or call 412-444-4464.