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Virginia Bluebells (Mertensia virginica) are herbaceous perennial wildflowers native to eastern Canada and the central and eastern United States. You will find them growing in low, dense clumps along the walkway leading from the Welcome Center to the Lotus Pond.
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17apr1:00 pm2:15 pmSeedlings: Sensational SpringAges 3-6
Event Details
Wednesdays in March Connecting with nature is essential to child development, sparking creativity and imagination โ and spring is the season to explore the great awakening and change in
Event Details
Wednesdays in March
Connecting with nature is essential to child development, sparking creativity and imagination โ and spring is the season to explore the great awakening and change in nature. Join a Pittsburgh Botanic Garden educator to head outdoors in search of adventure. Examine a different theme each week, from the plants awakening from their winter slumber to animals embracing the warmth of the season. Each visit will include time in the Gardenโs different habitats, a story reading and time for free play.
Members $10 | Nonmembers $15ย (Includes one adult registration)
Program suitable for children ages 3-6, each child (including siblings) must be registered and one adult caregiver must be present per 3 children. Please sign in to receive member discount.
Time
(Wednesday) 1:00 pm - 2:15 pm(GMT-04:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464.ย No refunds will be issued after that point.ย The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
17apr4:30 pm6:45 pmForest Bathing: A Guided, Restorative Woodland Walk
Event Details
Join us and experience nature’s power to soothe, refresh, and open your heart. The Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku (Forest Bathing in English) is a slow, sensory-based walk in the woods,
Event Details
Join us and experience nature’s power to soothe, refresh, and open your heart. The Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku (Forest Bathing in English) is a slow, sensory-based walk in the woods, during which we focus on the sights, sounds, smells, feels and tastes of nature. This is neither a naturalist exploration nor a fitness trek; this walk is about soaking in the health benefits of spending relaxed time in nature. It’s also about tending and mending our relationships with nature, ourselves, and others. There are no requirements – just come as you are.
Members $35 | Nonmembers $45ย (Please sign in to receive member discount)
About the Instructor
Doug Jones received his certification as a Forest Therapy Guide in 2020 from the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guides and Programs (ANFT). Prior to beginning his Forest Therapy practice, he worked as an independent psychologist in Sewickley, Pennsylvania and at Sewickley Academy for over 30 years. In retirement, his goal is to guide walks as a way of staying in service to others and nature. The encounters that occur during a Forest Therapy walk provide participants with the opportunity to recollect and embody their sense of being at home in nature and with themselves. The ANFT motto is: “The forest is the therapist, the guide opens the doors.โ
Program suitable for adults (18+) and children age 16 years and older, if accompanied by an adult.
Time
(Wednesday) 4:30 pm - 6:45 pm(GMT-04:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464.ย No refunds will be issued after that point.ย The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
If you have any questions, please contact our Welcome Desk atย 412-444-4464.
20apr(apr 20)9:00 am30(apr 30)5:00 pmDogwood DaysDrop-In Programs
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Celebrate the blooming of the Garden’s Flowering dogwood (Cornus florida) trees! As the season changes and temperatures rise, these fascinating native trees display brilliant white blooms throughout the
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Celebrate the blooming of the Garden’s Flowering dogwood (Cornus florida) trees! As the season changes and temperatures rise, these fascinating native trees display brilliant white blooms throughout the Garden. Pittsburgh Botanic Garden has over 500 catalogued specimens across our 65 acres, with a prominent stand along the Margaret Lawrence Simon Dogwood Meadow.
During Dogwood Days, enhance your visit with interactive activities, drop-in programming and more. Many are included with regular daily admission, but registration may be required. Pittsburgh Botanic Garden members may visit and attend most drop-in programming for free!
Drop-In Programs & Events
Sunday, April 21 – Tai Chi Qigong in the Dogwoods
Learn about Tai Chi and Qigong under the native stand of flowering dogwoods near Margaret Lawrence Simon Dogwood Meadow. Free with admission, but registration in advance is required.
Sunday, April 21 – Therapy Dogs by the Dogwoods
Meet different therapy dogs and learn about how they are able to assist people! Dogs and their handlers will be near the Highmark gazebo from 10-11am and 3-4pm. Advance registration is not required.
Tuesday, April 23 – Drop-In Story Time & Crafts
Make flowering dogwood crafts and read a garden-inspired story at the Highmark gazebo near Margaret Lawrence Simon Dogwood Meadow! Join us from 11am-12pm, advance registration is not required.
Wednesday, April 24 – Native Trees & Shrubs for the PA Landscape
Join Education & Exhibits Director, Dr. Mark Miller, to learn about the fascinating different plants that thrive in western Pennsylvania gardens! This is a paid program, advance registration is required.
Thursday, April 25 – Drop-In Story Time & Crafts
Make flowering dogwood crafts and read a garden-inspired story at the Highmark gazebo near Margaret Lawrence Simon Dogwood Meadow! Join us from 11am-12pm, advance registration is not required.
Friday, April 26 – Tree-Related Arts & Crafts
1-3pm: Drop-in, tree-related arts and crafts with information about the Flowering dogwood (Cornus florida) at Weisbrod Learning Pavilion. Free with admission!
Friday, April 26 – Guided Tree Tours
1:30-3pm: Guided tree tours with master naturalist Judy Bonnaure. Free with admission, but registration in advance is required.
Friday, April 26 – Screening of Cathedral: The Fight to Save the Ancient Hemlocks of Cook Forest
12:30-1pm Movie screening of Cathedral: The Fight to Save the Ancient Hemlocks of Cook Forest in the Peirce Education Rooms. Free with admission, but registration in advance is required.
Friday, April 26 – Screening of Cathedral: The Fight to Save the Ancient Hemlocks of Cook Forest
3:15-3:45pm Movie screening of Cathedral: The Fight to Save the Ancient Hemlocks of Cook Forest in the Peirce Education Rooms. Free with admission, but registration in advance is required.
Saturday, April 27 – Yoga Under the Dogwoods
10-11am: Relax and connect with nature as you practice yoga next to the native stand of flowering dogwoods near Margaret Lawrence Simon Dogwood Meadow. Free with admission, but registration in advance is required.
Saturday, April 27 – Forest Bathing
10am-12:15pm: Learn the Japanese practice shinrin-yoku, or forest bathing, to utilize all of your senses to take in all of nature’s healing benefits. Free with admission, but registration in advance is required.
Saturday, April 27 – Drop-In Textile Art & Dogwood Crafts
12-2pm: Use recycled fabric scraps alongside dogwood-themed information and activities. Free with admission, advance registration is not required.
Saturday, April 27 – Therapy Dogs by the Dogwoods
Meet different therapy dogs and learn about how they are able to assist people! Dogs and their handlers will be near the Highmark gazebo from 3-4pm. Advance registration is not required.
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Dogwood Days is included with regular admission. If you are a Pittsburgh Botanic Garden member, your visit and most activities are free! Join today to support the Garden and enjoy member benefits for a full year.
Timed tickets are encouraged, but not required to participate in Dogwood Days. For easy check-in when you arrive for your visit, reserve timed tickets below.
Evening Thyme: Don’t forget – during Spring/Summer hours, the Garden is open late on Wednesdays & Thursdays! Enjoy an evening visit April 24-25 until 7:00pm.
Dogwood Days at Pittsburgh Botanic Garden is presented by Peoples Natural Gas
Time
20 (Saturday) 9:00 am - 30 (Tuesday) 5:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Tickets
Reserve Timed TicketsCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464. No refunds will be issued after that point. The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather. If you have any questions, please contact Guest Services at 412-444-4464.
20apr2:00 pm4:00 pmArts & Crafts with Recycled Materials
Event Details
Contribute to a community craft at Weisbrod Learning Pavilion! Materials provided by Scrapwerx, a zero-waste initiative dedicated to preventing recyclable materials from going to the landfill. Participants will also receive
Event Details
Contribute to a community craft at Weisbrod Learning Pavilion! Materials provided by Scrapwerx, a zero-waste initiative dedicated to preventing recyclable materials from going to the landfill. Participants will also receive take-home crafts made from recycled fabric scraps, such as hair scrunchies and wind socks.This program will be held outdoors at Weisbrod Learning Pavilion, weather permitting.
This drop-in program is free with regular daily admission. Registration is not required to attend, but nonmembers will need to pay daily admission at the Welcome Desk upon arrival. Garden members may visit and attend drop-in programs for free – become a member today!
Time
(Saturday) 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
21apr12:00 pm2:00 pmArts & Crafts with Recycled Materials
Event Details
Contribute to a community craft at Weisbrod Learning Pavilion! Materials provided by Scrapwerx, a zero-waste initiative dedicated to preventing recyclable materials from going to the landfill. Participants will also receive
Event Details
Contribute to a community craft at Weisbrod Learning Pavilion! Materials provided by Scrapwerx, a zero-waste initiative dedicated to preventing recyclable materials from going to the landfill. Participants will also receive take-home crafts made from recycled fabric scraps, such as hair scrunchies and wind socks.This program will be held outdoors at Weisbrod Learning Pavilion, weather permitting.
This drop-in program is free with regular daily admission. Registration is not required to attend, but nonmembers will need to pay daily admission at the Welcome Desk upon arrival. Garden members may visit and attend drop-in programs for free – become a member today!
Time
(Sunday) 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
21apr9:30 am10:30 amTai Chi Qigong at the GardenFree with Admission for Dogwood Days
Event Details
Tai Chi and Qigong (โchee-kungโ) are ancient Chinese wellness practices. They are rooted in the philosophy of recognizing and aligning with the patterns and rhythms of nature, around us and
Event Details
Tai Chi and Qigong (โchee-kungโ) are ancient Chinese wellness practices. They are rooted in the philosophy of recognizing and aligning with the patterns and rhythms of nature, around us and within. Through motion and stillness, we explore our relationship with ourselves and our environment. Mindful use of breath, grounding, and gentle, fluid movement lead to a sense of wholeness and peace.ย Let the beauty and calm of the garden move you! Feel the support of the earth below and the open sky above to replenish your energy, find balance, serenity and joy. Classes are taught standing with some seating provided. No equipment is needed. Wear comfortable everyday clothes and flat, flexible shoes attached at the heel.
This session is included with admission as part of Dogwood Days!ย Please register in advance below. If you are not a Garden member, you will be required to pay regular daily admission upon arrival at the Garden.
About the Instructor
Gurney Bolster (she/her) has an MA in Dance/Movement Therapy and has been studying dance, tai chi and western approaches to mind-body integration since 1977. For 18 years she was an adjunct professor in the contemporary dance departments of Concordia University and the University of Quebec in Montreal, teaching dancers and dance teachers to understand and respect the body, to avoid injury and to heal more quickly after injury or illness.ย She has worked with people of all ages – healthy, injured or frail – to help them enjoy their natural power, grace and expression in movement.
Gurney formed Tai Chi for Health Pittsburgh upon moving here in 2005. She has taught tai chi for Allegheny Health Networkโs Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, Highmark, CCAC Life Enrichment and the Allegheny County Public Health Department. She teaches her own classes online and in-person at numerous locations in the area. For more information visit taichiforhealthpittsburgh.com.
No experience or equipment necessary. Please wear flat, comfortable shoes and dress appropriately for weather conditions. This program will be held outside, weather permitting, and may be moved indoors in the case of inclement weather.
Dogwood Days at Pittsburgh Botanic Garden is presented by Peoples Natural Gas
Time
(Sunday) 9:30 am - 10:30 am(GMT-11:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464.ย No refunds will be issued after that point.ย The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
If you have any questions, please contact our Welcome Desk atย 412-444-4464.
23apr9:00 am4:00 pmGarden Discovery DayMembers - Only
Event Details
Join fellow Garden members to tour Joe Hamm’s daffodils with Executive Director, Keith S. Kaiser, and visit Arcadia Natives.ย Joe Hamm’s daffodils is an American Daffodil Society (ADS) approved Display
Event Details
Join fellow Garden members to tour Joe Hamm’s daffodils with Executive Director, Keith S. Kaiser, and visit Arcadia Natives.ย Joe Hamm’s daffodils is an American Daffodil Society (ADS) approved Display Garden featuring an extensive Daffodil Hortus (or daffodil archive collection). Following the tour, the group will enjoy a pizza lunch at The Union Grill. Finish the day with a visit to Arcadia Natives, a plant nursery owned by Kelly Strope. Kelly focuses on propagating straight native plant species and offers many seed grown local ecotypes indigenous to Pennsylvania and the Mid-Atlantic Region.
Our shuttle will depart from Pittsburgh Botanic Garden at 9:00am, and will return to the Garden between 4:00-4:30pm. This event will take place rain or shine, please dress appropriately for the weather.
Registration Deadline
Registration will close on April 9 in order to plan accordingly with the locations and restaurant.
Tickets
Members-Onlyย | $140
Registration includes a native plant selection from Arcadia Natives!
Not a Garden member? Join today to for free daily admission, 10% off in Canopy Cafe and members-only events!
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Time
(Tuesday) 9:00 am - 4:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Tickets
RegisterCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464. No refunds will be issued after that point. The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather. If you have any questions, please contact Guest Services at 412-444-4464.
24apr1:00 pm2:15 pmSeedlings: Sensational SpringAges 3-6
Event Details
Wednesdays in March Connecting with nature is essential to child development, sparking creativity and imagination โ and spring is the season to explore the great awakening and change in
Event Details
Wednesdays in March
Connecting with nature is essential to child development, sparking creativity and imagination โ and spring is the season to explore the great awakening and change in nature. Join a Pittsburgh Botanic Garden educator to head outdoors in search of adventure. Examine a different theme each week, from the plants awakening from their winter slumber to animals embracing the warmth of the season. Each visit will include time in the Gardenโs different habitats, a story reading and time for free play.
Members $10 | Nonmembers $15ย (Includes one adult registration)
Program suitable for children ages 3-6, each child (including siblings) must be registered and one adult caregiver must be present per 3 children. Please sign in to receive member discount.
Time
(Wednesday) 1:00 pm - 2:15 pm(GMT-04:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464.ย No refunds will be issued after that point.ย The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
24apr5:30 pm7:00 pmNative Trees & Shrubs for the PA Landscape
Event Details
Celebrate Earth Day, the Gardenโs Dogwood Days and Arbor Day by learning more about western Pennsylvaniaโs terrific native plants. Not only do these beauties form the foundation of our local
Event Details
Celebrate Earth Day, the Gardenโs Dogwood Days and Arbor Day by learning more about western Pennsylvaniaโs terrific native plants. Not only do these beauties form the foundation of our local ecosystems and support wildlife, but native trees and shrubs are genetically hardwired to flourish in our gardens. Join us as Education Director, Dr. Mark Miller, highlights some of his favorite native plants that fulfill whatever function you need โ from establishing shade to screening unsightly views, from creating curb appeal to adding unique plants of interest.
Members $10 | Nonmembers $15
About the Instructor
Dr. Mark Miller is the Education & Exhibits Director at Pittsburgh Botanic Garden. He earned his Ph.D. in Environment & Natural Resources at The Ohio State University and has over 40 years experience working as a landscape designer, tree crop specialist, educator, and director at botanical institutions and associations around the country.
Time
(Wednesday) 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm(GMT-11:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464.ย No refunds will be issued after that point.ย The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
If you have any questions, please contact our Welcome Desk atย 412-444-4464.
25apr4:30 pm5:30 pmChair Yoga at the Garden
Event Details
Certified instructors from Yoga HโOm lead sessions aimed at improving flexibility, strength, and mind-body connection. Pittsburgh Botanic Gardenโs peaceful gardens and woodlands provide an excellent environment to focus and immerse
Event Details
Certified instructors from Yoga HโOm lead sessions aimed at improving flexibility, strength, and mind-body connection. Pittsburgh Botanic Gardenโs peaceful gardens and woodlands provide an excellent environment to focus and immerse yourself in this practice.ย Chair Yoga at the Garden is suitable for adults and is especially good for those with mobility issues or those recovering from injuries. There will be a mix of seated-in-a-chair poses and standing poses using the chair for balance. Everyone will be encouraged to work within their abilities. This class is open to individuals of all levels of yoga experience.
Members $15 | Nonmembers $20
About the Instructors
Yoga H’Om has been providing classic Hatha yoga to students of all abilities in the Western suburbs of Pittsburgh since 2002. In their classes, you will be respected and allowed to grow at your own pace. You will also be encouraged and challenged to go beyond your perceived limitations and discover your true inner self and potential.
Please bring your own yoga mat for this session. Yoga at the Garden is suitable for adults, or youth ages 16+ if accompanied by an adult. This class is open to beginners or participants of all levels of yoga experience.
Time
(Thursday) 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464.ย No refunds will be issued after that point.ย The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
If you have any questions, please contact our Welcome Desk atย 412-444-4464.
01may1:00 pm3:00 pmYoung Artists in the Garden
Event Details
Children and parents will have a blast getting inspired by nature and engaging the senses at Young Artists in the Garden! Each week, this drop-in program includes activities like coloring,
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Children and parents will have a blast getting inspired by nature and engaging the senses at Young Artists in the Garden! Each week, this drop-in program includes activities like coloring, reading books, making a craft and playing games – all relating to a new garden topic. Bring a friend and join the fun in the Weisbrod Learning Pavilion, located in the Garden of the Five Senses.
Young Artists in the Garden is included with regular daily admission. Don’t forget – members visit free!
For details or questions about Young Artists in the Garden, please email Gina Walter (Education & Volunteer Coordinator) at gwalter@pittsburghbotanicgarden.org.
Time
(Wednesday) 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
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01may4:30 pm6:45 pmForest Bathing: A Guided, Restorative Woodland Walk
Event Details
Join us and experience nature’s power to soothe, refresh, and open your heart. The Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku (Forest Bathing in English) is a slow, sensory-based walk in the woods,
Event Details
Join us and experience nature’s power to soothe, refresh, and open your heart. The Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku (Forest Bathing in English) is a slow, sensory-based walk in the woods, during which we focus on the sights, sounds, smells, feels and tastes of nature. This is neither a naturalist exploration nor a fitness trek; this walk is about soaking in the health benefits of spending relaxed time in nature. It’s also about tending and mending our relationships with nature, ourselves, and others. There are no requirements – just come as you are.
Members $35 | Nonmembers $45ย (Please sign in to receive member discount)
About the Instructor
Doug Jones received his certification as a Forest Therapy Guide in 2020 from the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guides and Programs (ANFT). Prior to beginning his Forest Therapy practice, he worked as an independent psychologist in Sewickley, Pennsylvania and at Sewickley Academy for over 30 years. In retirement, his goal is to guide walks as a way of staying in service to others and nature. The encounters that occur during a Forest Therapy walk provide participants with the opportunity to recollect and embody their sense of being at home in nature and with themselves. The ANFT motto is: “The forest is the therapist, the guide opens the doors.โ
Program suitable for adults (18+) and children age 16 years and older, if accompanied by an adult.
Time
(Wednesday) 4:30 pm - 6:45 pm(GMT-04:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464.ย No refunds will be issued after that point.ย The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
If you have any questions, please contact our Welcome Desk atย 412-444-4464.
02may4:00 pm6:30 pmTeacher Happy Hour
Event Details
Pittsburgh Botanic Garden invites current teachers in the Pittsburgh area to join us for a fun and informative happy hour event at the Garden!ย The numerous field trip, Scout, and outreach
Event Details
Pittsburgh Botanic Garden invites current teachers in the Pittsburgh area to join us for a fun and informative happy hour event at the Garden!ย The numerous field trip, Scout, and outreach programs that we offer will be highlighted. Several tours of the Garden’s habitats, ecosystems and interactive garden areas used during field trips will be offered. Meet Garden educators who can discuss your needs and provide unique options to make your field trip experience truly impactful.
This happy hour is free for current teachers.ย For capacity and planning purposes, please register below in advance. Registration includes seasonal fare of light hors d’oeuvres, cruditรฉ, healthy snacks and adult beverages.
Who will you meet?
Dr. Mark Miller is the Education & Exhibits Director at Pittsburgh Botanic Garden. He earned his Ph.D. in Environment & Natural Resources at The Ohio State University and has over 40 years experience working as a landscape designer, tree crop specialist, educator, and director at botanical institutions and associations around the country.
Sarah Levinthalย is a Pennsylvania Master Naturalist with an education background. She has been leading camps, field trips and preschool programs at the Garden for over a year. Outside of teaching, she loves hiking and spending time with her three children.
Colleen Mutschlerย is a Youth Educator at Pittsburgh Botanic Garden. Colleen taught elementary school for 33 years before joining the Garden’s Education team. When she’s not working or walking her dog, she loves to try new recipes for her husband and 2 children and exploring new areas around Pittsburgh.
Gina Walterย is the Gardenโs Education Coordinator and has a background in landscape architecture and horticultural therapy. Gina loves showing children the wonders of nature. In her free time, Gina enjoys caring for her indoor plants and exploring outside with her dog.
Time
(Thursday) 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm(GMT-11:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, but want to receive information about field trips, outreach and more from our Education team, please contact gwalter@pittsburghbotanicgarden.org.
05may9:30 am10:30 amTai Chi Qigong at the Garden
Event Details
Tai Chi and Qigong (โchee-kungโ) are ancient Chinese wellness practices. They are rooted in the philosophy of recognizing and aligning with the patterns and rhythms of nature, around us and
Event Details
Tai Chi and Qigong (โchee-kungโ) are ancient Chinese wellness practices. They are rooted in the philosophy of recognizing and aligning with the patterns and rhythms of nature, around us and within. Through motion and stillness, we explore our relationship with ourselves and our environment. Mindful use of breath, grounding, and gentle, fluid movement lead to a sense of wholeness and peace.ย Let the beauty and calm of the garden move you! Feel the support of the earth below and the open sky above to replenish your energy, find balance, serenity and joy. Classes are taught standing with some seating provided. No equipment is needed. Wear comfortable everyday clothes and flat, flexible shoes attached at the heel.
Members $20 | Nonmembers $25ย (Please sign in to receive member discount)
About the Instructor
Gurney Bolster (she/her) has an MA in Dance/Movement Therapy and has been studying dance, tai chi and western approaches to mind-body integration since 1977. For 18 years she was an adjunct professor in the contemporary dance departments of Concordia University and the University of Quebec in Montreal, teaching dancers and dance teachers to understand and respect the body, to avoid injury and to heal more quickly after injury or illness.ย She has worked with people of all ages – healthy, injured or frail – to help them enjoy their natural power, grace and expression in movement.
Gurney formed Tai Chi for Health Pittsburgh upon moving here in 2005. She has taught tai chi for Allegheny Health Networkโs Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, Highmark, CCAC Life Enrichment and the Allegheny County Public Health Department. She teaches her own classes online and in-person at numerous locations in the area. For more information visit taichiforhealthpittsburgh.com.
No experience or equipment necessary. Please wear flat, comfortable shoes and dress appropriately for weather conditions. This program will be held outside, weather permitting, and may be moved indoors in the case of inclement weather.
Time
(Sunday) 9:30 am - 10:30 am(GMT-04:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464.ย No refunds will be issued after that point.ย The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
If you have any questions, please contact our Welcome Desk atย 412-444-4464.
05may10:00 am12:00 pmHens Wing Hand Broom Workshop
Event Details
Attractive and utilitarian – Tia Tumminello, from Husk Brooms, will teach you how to create your very own hens wing hand broom! Made with broom corn and nylon cord, these
Event Details
Attractive and utilitarian – Tia Tumminello, from Husk Brooms, will teach you how to create your very own hens wing hand broom! Made with broom corn and nylon cord, these nifty fab-shaped brooms are great tools for cleaning large areas: desks, kitchen tables, stairs, fireplaces, or even radiators.
Broomcorn is the essential natural material for household cleaning because it’s delicate enough to catch hair and smaller debris while being strong enough to bend without breaking. Made intentionally with a long handle, these hand tools can easily be incorporated into daily use. Students will leave the workshop with one hand broom, crafted with the color cord of their choosing.
The hens wing design is a friendly style for beginners. Broom-making can be physically demanding and does require dexterity in both hands and feet. Participants should feel comfortable being barefoot or wear thin socks as it’s surprisingly easier to manipulate the foot bobbin.
Members $45 | Nonmembers $55ย (Please sign in to receive member discount)
About the Instructor
Tia Tumminello is the founder of Husk Brooms in Pittsburgh, PA. She started her broom making journey in 2021 after admiring a Shaker handcrafted broom. Tiaโs interest in the craft grew organically and by summer 2023, she launched Husk Brooms as a business. Her process for classes is to follow the leader style by showing students how each step goes and making the broom along with them. Classes are arranged in a circle so everyone can see the instructor and the process easily.
Program suitable for adults and children 16 years or older. Children under age 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult.
Time
(Sunday) 10:00 am - 12:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464. No refunds will be issued after that point. The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather. If you have any questions, please contact Guest Services at 412-444-4464.
08may4:00 pm7:00 pmRemake Learning Day: Get to Know the Garden
Event Details
Get to know Pittsburgh Botanic Garden and its rich history, conservation efforts, and the engaging programming that we offer. Experience a bit of what it was like to live in
Event Details
Get to know Pittsburgh Botanic Garden and its rich history, conservation efforts, and the engaging programming that we offer. Experience a bit of what it was like to live in 1790โs Western Pennsylvania – learn about the indigenous people who lived in this area, and how they survived and used plants in their everyday lives. A tour of the 1790โs Walker-Ewing-Glass Log House will inform you about daily life for early American settlers.
Tables will be available to highlight the other areas of the Garden that provide fertile ground for learning, including specimens from the Lotus Pond, arts & crafts from the Garden of the Five Senses, and information about intriguing camps offered this summer. Dress for the weather as we will be outside in the Heritage Homestead (East Lot).
This program is free, with registration in advance.
About the Instructors
Dr. Mark Miller is the Education & Exhibits Director at Pittsburgh Botanic Garden. He earned his Ph.D. in Environment & Natural Resources at The Ohio State University and has over 40 years experience working as a landscape designer, tree crop specialist, educator, and director at botanical institutions and associations around the country.
Sarah Levinthalย is a Pennsylvania Master Naturalist with an education background. She has been leading camps, field trips and preschool programs at the Garden for over a year. Outside of teaching, she loves hiking and spending time with her three children.
Colleen Mutschlerย is a Youth Educator at Pittsburgh Botanic Garden. Colleen taught elementary school for 33 years before joining the Garden’s Education team. When she’s not working or walking her dog, she loves to try new recipes for her husband and 2 children and exploring new areas around Pittsburgh.
Gina Walterย is the Gardenโs Education Coordinator and has a background in landscape architecture and horticultural therapy. Gina loves showing children the wonders of nature. In her free time, Gina enjoys caring for her indoor plants and exploring outside with her dog.
Time
(Wednesday) 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm(GMT-11:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, but want to receive information about field trips, outreach and more from our Education team, please contact gwalter@pittsburghbotanicgarden.org or cmutschler@pittsburghbotanicgarden.org.
09may5:30 pm6:30 pmSound Bath Meditation in the Garden
Event Details
Join Dorit Brauer to learn tools for optimizing health and achieving an in-depth understanding of the mind/body connection. Guided meditation is accompanied by a ‘sound bath’ – the relaxing sound
Event Details
Join Dorit Brauer to learn tools for optimizing health and achieving an in-depth understanding of the mind/body connection. Guided meditation is accompanied by a ‘sound bath’ – the relaxing sound of quartz crystal singing bowls – which induce alpha wave-level activity in the brain, balance hemispheres of the brain, and promote health and harmony.
Members $25 | Nonmembers $30ย (Please sign in to receive member discount)
About the Instructor
Dorit Brauer is an award-winning artist and author. She is the founder of the Brauer Institute for Holistic Medicine. In 2016, she received the Immigrant Entrepreneur Award by Global Pittsburgh in recognition of her achievements and enriching the Pittsburgh region with her talent and tenacity since arriving in 1998. Read more about the Brauer Institute: The Brauer Institute of Holistic Medicine
Program suitable for adults (18+) and children age 16 years and older, if accompanied by an adult.
Time
(Thursday) 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm(GMT-11:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464.ย No refunds will be issued after that point.ย The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
If you have any questions, please contact our Welcome Desk atย 412-444-4464.
10may10:30 am12:00 pmTea Party & Floral Crown WorkshopAges 5-12 (with Adult)
Event Details
Celebrate Mother’s Day early with a fun tea party and floral crown creation workshop! Every participant will make their own matching floral crowns. Let the creativity flow using fresh flowers
Event Details
Celebrate Mother’s Day early with a fun tea party and floral crown creation workshop! Every participant will make their own matching floral crowns. Let the creativity flow using fresh flowers while you enjoy sips and sweets together. All flowers and materials are included.
Members $35ย |ย Nonmembers $45ย (Please sign in to receive member discount)
Additional Child: Members $10ย |ย Nonmembers $20
About the Instructor
JoAnna Thomas is the Visitor Experience Coordinator at Pittsburgh Botanic Garden. With a background in fine art & design, she began working as a florist in Chicago, where she managed her own floral shop. JoAnna has designed for many private events and special occasions, including her role as the principal designer for Blossom – Autumn Magic at Pittsburgh Botanic Garden.
Details
All flowers and materials are included in ticket pricing. This program is suitable for children ages 5-12, accompanied by an adult.
Time
(Friday) 10:30 am - 12:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464.ย No refunds will be issued after that point.ย The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
10may1:00 pm2:00 pmMember & Volunteer Book ClubThe Seed Keeper by Diane Wilson
Event Details
Calling all adult Pittsburgh Botanic Garden members and volunteers! Join us at the Garden for a book club to discuss works on the wondrous and sometimes wacky world of
Event Details
Calling all adult Pittsburgh Botanic Garden members and volunteers! Join us at the Garden for a book club to discuss works on the wondrous and sometimes wacky world of plants, nature and the environment. Read the book ahead of time and come ready to share your point of view. Selections will vary and discussions are sure to be lively! Mingle with fellow members, discuss interesting ideas and form new friendships.
Free to members and volunteers, but pre-registration is required.
May 2024 Selection:
The Seed Keeper by Diane Wilson
“A haunting novel spanning several generations, The Seed Keeper follows a Dakota family’s struggle to preserve their way of life, and their sacrifices to protect what matters most.”
Time
(Friday) 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Tickets
Save Your SeatCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464. The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
11may10:00 am12:00 pmYoung Artists in the Garden
Event Details
Children and parents will have a blast getting inspired by nature and engaging the senses at Young Artists in the Garden! Each week, this drop-in program includes activities like coloring,
Event Details
Children and parents will have a blast getting inspired by nature and engaging the senses at Young Artists in the Garden! Each week, this drop-in program includes activities like coloring, reading books, making a craft and playing games – all relating to a new garden topic. Bring a friend and join the fun in the Weisbrod Learning Pavilion, located in the Garden of the Five Senses.
Young Artists in the Garden is included with regular daily admission. Don’t forget – members visit free!
For details or questions about Young Artists in the Garden, please email Gina Walter (Education & Volunteer Coordinator) at gwalter@pittsburghbotanicgarden.org.
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 12:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
01jun10:00 am11:00 amYoga at the Garden
Event Details
Improve flexibility, strength, and mind-body connection with certified instructors from Yoga H’Om. Pittsburgh Botanic Garden’s peaceful garden and woodland spaces provide an excellent environment to focus and immerse yourself in
Event Details
Improve flexibility, strength, and mind-body connection with certified instructors from Yoga H’Om. Pittsburgh Botanic Garden’s peaceful garden and woodland spaces provide an excellent environment to focus and immerse yourself in this practice. Yoga is mostly held at the Lotus Pond, but may move to Weisbrod Learning Pavilion or Peirce Education Rooms based on weather conditions.
Members $15 | Nonmembers $20
About the Instructors
Yoga H’Om has been providing classic Hatha yoga to students of all abilities in the Western suburbs of Pittsburgh since 2002. In their classes, you will be respected and allowed to grow at your own pace. You will also be encouraged and challenged to go beyond your perceived limitations and discover your true inner self and potential.
Please bring your own yoga mat for this session. Yoga at the Garden is suitable for adults, or youth ages 16+ if accompanied by an adult. This class is open to beginners or participants of all levels of yoga experience.
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 11:00 am(GMT-11:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464.ย No refunds will be issued after that point.ย The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
If you have any questions, please contact our Welcome Desk atย 412-444-4464.
02jun9:30 am10:30 amTai Chi Qigong at the Garden
Event Details
Tai Chi and Qigong (โchee-kungโ) are ancient Chinese wellness practices. They are rooted in the philosophy of recognizing and aligning with the patterns and rhythms of nature, around us and
Event Details
Tai Chi and Qigong (โchee-kungโ) are ancient Chinese wellness practices. They are rooted in the philosophy of recognizing and aligning with the patterns and rhythms of nature, around us and within. Through motion and stillness, we explore our relationship with ourselves and our environment. Mindful use of breath, grounding, and gentle, fluid movement lead to a sense of wholeness and peace.ย Let the beauty and calm of the garden move you! Feel the support of the earth below and the open sky above to replenish your energy, find balance, serenity and joy. Classes are taught standing with some seating provided. No equipment is needed. Wear comfortable everyday clothes and flat, flexible shoes attached at the heel.
Members $20 | Nonmembers $25ย (Please sign in to receive member discount)
About the Instructor
Gurney Bolster (she/her) has an MA in Dance/Movement Therapy and has been studying dance, tai chi and western approaches to mind-body integration since 1977. For 18 years she was an adjunct professor in the contemporary dance departments of Concordia University and the University of Quebec in Montreal, teaching dancers and dance teachers to understand and respect the body, to avoid injury and to heal more quickly after injury or illness.ย She has worked with people of all ages – healthy, injured or frail – to help them enjoy their natural power, grace and expression in movement.
Gurney formed Tai Chi for Health Pittsburgh upon moving here in 2005. She has taught tai chi for Allegheny Health Networkโs Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, Highmark, CCAC Life Enrichment and the Allegheny County Public Health Department. She teaches her own classes online and in-person at numerous locations in the area. For more information visit taichiforhealthpittsburgh.com.
No experience or equipment necessary. Please wear flat, comfortable shoes and dress appropriately for weather conditions. This program will be held outside, weather permitting, and may be moved indoors in the case of inclement weather.
Time
(Sunday) 9:30 am - 10:30 am(GMT-04:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464.ย No refunds will be issued after that point.ย The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
If you have any questions, please contact our Welcome Desk atย 412-444-4464.
08jun10:00 am12:00 pmYoung Artists in the Garden
Event Details
Children and parents will have a blast getting inspired by nature and engaging the senses at Young Artists in the Garden! Each week, this drop-in program includes activities like coloring,
Event Details
Children and parents will have a blast getting inspired by nature and engaging the senses at Young Artists in the Garden! Each week, this drop-in program includes activities like coloring, reading books, making a craft and playing games – all relating to a new garden topic. Bring a friend and join the fun in the Weisbrod Learning Pavilion, located in the Garden of the Five Senses.
Young Artists in the Garden is included with regular daily admission. Don’t forget – members visit free!
For details or questions about Young Artists in the Garden, please email Gina Walter (Education & Volunteer Coordinator) at gwalter@pittsburghbotanicgarden.org.
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 12:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
08jun10:00 am12:15 pmForest Bathing: A Guided, Restorative Woodland Walk
Event Details
Join us and experience nature’s power to soothe, refresh, and open your heart. The Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku (Forest Bathing in English) is a slow, sensory-based walk in the woods,
Event Details
Join us and experience nature’s power to soothe, refresh, and open your heart. The Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku (Forest Bathing in English) is a slow, sensory-based walk in the woods, during which we focus on the sights, sounds, smells, feels and tastes of nature. This is neither a naturalist exploration nor a fitness trek; this walk is about soaking in the health benefits of spending relaxed time in nature. It’s also about tending and mending our relationships with nature, ourselves, and others. There are no requirements – just come as you are.
Members $35 | Nonmembers $45ย (Please sign in to receive member discount)
About the Instructor
Doug Jones received his certification as a Forest Therapy Guide in 2020 from the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guides and Programs (ANFT). Prior to beginning his Forest Therapy practice, he worked as an independent psychologist in Sewickley, Pennsylvania and at Sewickley Academy for over 30 years. In retirement, his goal is to guide walks as a way of staying in service to others and nature. The encounters that occur during a Forest Therapy walk provide participants with the opportunity to recollect and embody their sense of being at home in nature and with themselves. The ANFT motto is: “The forest is the therapist, the guide opens the doors.โ
Program suitable for adults (18+) and children age 16 years and older, if accompanied by an adult.
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 12:15 pm(GMT-04:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464.ย No refunds will be issued after that point.ย The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
If you have any questions, please contact our Welcome Desk atย 412-444-4464.
08jun10:00 am11:00 amYoga at the Garden
Event Details
Improve flexibility, strength, and mind-body connection with certified instructors from Yoga H’Om. Pittsburgh Botanic Garden’s peaceful garden and woodland spaces provide an excellent environment to focus and immerse yourself in
Event Details
Improve flexibility, strength, and mind-body connection with certified instructors from Yoga H’Om. Pittsburgh Botanic Garden’s peaceful garden and woodland spaces provide an excellent environment to focus and immerse yourself in this practice. Yoga is mostly held at the Lotus Pond, but may move to Weisbrod Learning Pavilion or Peirce Education Rooms based on weather conditions.
Members $15 | Nonmembers $20
About the Instructors
Yoga H’Om has been providing classic Hatha yoga to students of all abilities in the Western suburbs of Pittsburgh since 2002. In their classes, you will be respected and allowed to grow at your own pace. You will also be encouraged and challenged to go beyond your perceived limitations and discover your true inner self and potential.
Please bring your own yoga mat for this session. Yoga at the Garden is suitable for adults, or youth ages 16+ if accompanied by an adult. This class is open to beginners or participants of all levels of yoga experience.
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 11:00 am(GMT-11:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464.ย No refunds will be issued after that point.ย The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
If you have any questions, please contact our Welcome Desk atย 412-444-4464.
09jun9:30 am10:30 amTai Chi Qigong at the Garden
Event Details
Tai Chi and Qigong (โchee-kungโ) are ancient Chinese wellness practices. They are rooted in the philosophy of recognizing and aligning with the patterns and rhythms of nature, around us and
Event Details
Tai Chi and Qigong (โchee-kungโ) are ancient Chinese wellness practices. They are rooted in the philosophy of recognizing and aligning with the patterns and rhythms of nature, around us and within. Through motion and stillness, we explore our relationship with ourselves and our environment. Mindful use of breath, grounding, and gentle, fluid movement lead to a sense of wholeness and peace.ย Let the beauty and calm of the garden move you! Feel the support of the earth below and the open sky above to replenish your energy, find balance, serenity and joy. Classes are taught standing with some seating provided. No equipment is needed. Wear comfortable everyday clothes and flat, flexible shoes attached at the heel.
Members $20 | Nonmembers $25ย (Please sign in to receive member discount)
About the Instructor
Gurney Bolster (she/her) has an MA in Dance/Movement Therapy and has been studying dance, tai chi and western approaches to mind-body integration since 1977. For 18 years she was an adjunct professor in the contemporary dance departments of Concordia University and the University of Quebec in Montreal, teaching dancers and dance teachers to understand and respect the body, to avoid injury and to heal more quickly after injury or illness.ย She has worked with people of all ages – healthy, injured or frail – to help them enjoy their natural power, grace and expression in movement.
Gurney formed Tai Chi for Health Pittsburgh upon moving here in 2005. She has taught tai chi for Allegheny Health Networkโs Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, Highmark, CCAC Life Enrichment and the Allegheny County Public Health Department. She teaches her own classes online and in-person at numerous locations in the area. For more information visit taichiforhealthpittsburgh.com.
No experience or equipment necessary. Please wear flat, comfortable shoes and dress appropriately for weather conditions. This program will be held outside, weather permitting, and may be moved indoors in the case of inclement weather.
Time
(Sunday) 9:30 am - 10:30 am(GMT-04:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464.ย No refunds will be issued after that point.ย The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
If you have any questions, please contact our Welcome Desk atย 412-444-4464.
09jun10:30 am11:45 amAwakening Joy & Wonder: Mindfulness Walk in Nature
Event Details
Current exhibiting artist, Lauren Braun, will lead a mindful walk at Pittsburgh Botanic Garden. Throughout the time together, you will be given invitations to enliven the senses as we walk,
Event Details
Current exhibiting artist, Lauren Braun, will lead a mindful walk at Pittsburgh Botanic Garden. Throughout the time together, you will be given invitations to enliven the senses as we walk, observe, and discuss what we discover, connecting with ourselves, each other and nature. The intention is for you to leave the workshop feeling a sense of grounding and relaxation. Please bring sturdy shoes to walk outside. Plan to arrive a few minutes early, allowing time to park in the lot and meet in the Welcome Center. Dogs on leashes are welcome to join.
Members $25 | Nonmembers $35
About the Instructor
Lauren Braun is a visual artist, educator and certified mindfulness facilitator based in Pittsburgh, PA. Her work explores themes of nature and materials in mixed media collage, drawing and painting, and ceramics.
Lauren offers creativity and mindfulness workshop experiences for a variety of individuals and groups and works as a mobile teaching artist with Fine Art Miracles providing art classes for senior citizens and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Originally from Buffalo, NY, Lauren earned a masterโs degree in fine art from the School of the Museum of Fine Arts at Tufts University, Boston and a BFA in Art Photography from Syracuse University. She is a member of the Associated Artists of Pittsburgh, and her work is included in the collections of the PA Convention Center in Philadelphia and PNC Bank.
This program is suitable for adults 18 years or older. Please be sure you have signed in to receive member registration discount.
Time
(Sunday) 10:30 am - 11:45 am(GMT-04:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464.ย No refunds will be issued after that point.ย The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
If you have any questions, please contact our Welcome Desk atย 412-444-4464.
11jun9:30 am1:30 pmFairy Garden CampAges 4-7
Event Details
Create your very own magical fairy garden to take home! Take a look in the nooks and crannies of the Garden to try to spot some magical garden fairies. Enjoy
Event Details
Create your very own magical fairy garden to take home! Take a look in the nooks and crannies of the Garden to try to spot some magical garden fairies. Enjoy stories about fairies, make your own wand and set of wings, and eat a fairy-themed snack as you create your own fairy garden.
Members $60 | Nonmembers $70ย (Please sign in to receive member discount)
About the Instructors
Sarah Levinthal is a Pennsylvania Master Naturalist with an education background. She has been leading camps, field trips and preschool programs at the Garden for over a year. Outside of teaching, she loves hiking and spending time with her three children.
Colleen Mutschler is a Youth Educator at Pittsburgh Botanic Garden. Colleen taught elementary school for 33 years before joining the Garden’s Education team. When she’s not working or walking her dog, she loves to try new recipes for her husband and 2 children and exploring new areas around Pittsburgh.
Gina Walter is the Gardenโs Education Coordinator and has a background in landscape architecture and horticultural therapy. Gina loves showing children the wonders of nature. In her free time, Gina enjoys caring for her indoor plants and exploring outside with her dog.
Camp Details
This is a 1-day, drop-off day camp. Please dress appropriately for the weather, participants will be outside exploring most of the time. Each participant will need to bring their own lunch.
Time
(Tuesday) 9:30 am - 1:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464. No refunds will be issued after that point. The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather. If you have any questions, please contact Guest Services at 412-444-4464.
12jun1:00 pm2:15 pmSummer SeedlingsAges 3-6
Event Details
Connecting with nature is essential to child development, sparking creativity and imagination โ and Summer is a sizzlingly fun time for discovery in nature. Join Sarah Levinthal, Youth Educator, in
Event Details
Connecting with nature is essential to child development, sparking creativity and imagination โ and Summer is a sizzlingly fun time for discovery in nature. Join Sarah Levinthal, Youth Educator, in talking about nature during the showy season and then heading outdoors in search of adventure. Examine the bounty of the Garden in bloom! Your visit will include time in the Gardenโs different habitats, a story reading and time for free play.
Members $10 | Nonmembers $15ย (Includes one adult registration)
Program suitable for children ages 3-6, each child (including siblings) must be registered and one adult caregiver must be present per 3 children. Please sign in to receive member discount.
Time
(Wednesday) 1:00 pm - 2:15 pm(GMT-04:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464.ย No refunds will be issued after that point.ย The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
12jun1:00 pm3:00 pmYoung Artists in the Garden
Event Details
Children and parents will have a blast getting inspired by nature and engaging the senses at Young Artists in the Garden! Each week, this drop-in program includes activities like coloring,
Event Details
Children and parents will have a blast getting inspired by nature and engaging the senses at Young Artists in the Garden! Each week, this drop-in program includes activities like coloring, reading books, making a craft and playing games – all relating to a new garden topic. Bring a friend and join the fun in the Weisbrod Learning Pavilion, located in the Garden of the Five Senses.
Young Artists in the Garden is included with regular daily admission. Don’t forget – members visit free!
For details or questions about Young Artists in the Garden, please email Gina Walter (Education & Volunteer Coordinator) at gwalter@pittsburghbotanicgarden.org.
Time
(Wednesday) 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
02jul9:30 am1:30 pmPeople of the Past CampAges 8-11
Event Details
Experience a bit of what it was like to live in 1790โs Western Pennsylvania! Learn about the indigenous
Event Details
Experience a bit of what it was like to live in 1790โs Western Pennsylvania! Learn about the indigenous people who lived in this area, how they survived and used plants in their everyday lives. A tour of the 1790โs Walker-Ewing-Glass Log House will inform you about daily life for early American settlers. After a few chores like weeding the garden, doing laundry and fetching water, weโll enjoy a screen-free day by playing games and making crafts that were popular 230 years ago.
Members $60 | Nonmembers $70ย (Please sign in to receive member discount)
About the Instructors
Sarah Levinthal is a Pennsylvania Master Naturalist with an education background. She has been leading camps, field trips and preschool programs at the Garden for over a year. Outside of teaching, she loves hiking and spending time with her three children.
Colleen Mutschler is a Youth Educator at Pittsburgh Botanic Garden. Colleen taught elementary school for 33 years before joining the Garden’s Education team. When she’s not working or walking her dog, she loves to try new recipes for her husband and 2 children and exploring new areas around Pittsburgh.
Gina Walter is the Gardenโs Education Coordinator and has a background in landscape architecture and horticultural therapy. Gina loves showing children the wonders of nature. In her free time, Gina enjoys caring for her indoor plants and exploring outside with her dog.
Camp Details
This is a 1-day, drop-off day camp. Please dress appropriately for the weather, kids will be outside exploring most of the time. Each participant will need to bring their own lunch.
Time
(Tuesday) 9:30 am - 1:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464. No refunds will be issued after that point. The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather. If you have any questions, please contact Guest Services at 412-444-4464.
03jul1:00 pm2:15 pmSummer SeedlingsAges 3-6
Event Details
Connecting with nature is essential to child development, sparking creativity and imagination โ and Summer is a sizzlingly fun time for discovery in nature. Join Sarah Levinthal, Youth Educator, in
Event Details
Connecting with nature is essential to child development, sparking creativity and imagination โ and Summer is a sizzlingly fun time for discovery in nature. Join Sarah Levinthal, Youth Educator, in talking about nature during the showy season and then heading outdoors in search of adventure. Examine the bounty of the Garden in bloom! Your visit will include time in the Gardenโs different habitats, a story reading and time for free play.
Members $10 | Nonmembers $15ย (Includes one adult registration)
Program suitable for children ages 3-6, each child (including siblings) must be registered and one adult caregiver must be present per 3 children. Please sign in to receive member discount.
Time
(Wednesday) 1:00 pm - 2:15 pm(GMT-04:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464.ย No refunds will be issued after that point.ย The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
06jul10:00 am12:00 pmYoung Artists in the Garden
Event Details
Children and parents will have a blast getting inspired by nature and engaging the senses at Young Artists in the Garden! Each week, this drop-in program includes activities like coloring,
Event Details
Children and parents will have a blast getting inspired by nature and engaging the senses at Young Artists in the Garden! Each week, this drop-in program includes activities like coloring, reading books, making a craft and playing games – all relating to a new garden topic. Bring a friend and join the fun in the Weisbrod Learning Pavilion, located in the Garden of the Five Senses.
Young Artists in the Garden is included with regular daily admission. Don’t forget – members visit free!
For details or questions about Young Artists in the Garden, please email Gina Walter (Education & Volunteer Coordinator) at gwalter@pittsburghbotanicgarden.org.
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 12:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
06jul10:00 am12:15 pmForest Bathing: A Guided, Restorative Woodland Walk
Event Details
Join us and experience nature’s power to soothe, refresh, and open your heart. The Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku (Forest Bathing in English) is a slow, sensory-based walk in the woods,
Event Details
Join us and experience nature’s power to soothe, refresh, and open your heart. The Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku (Forest Bathing in English) is a slow, sensory-based walk in the woods, during which we focus on the sights, sounds, smells, feels and tastes of nature. This is neither a naturalist exploration nor a fitness trek; this walk is about soaking in the health benefits of spending relaxed time in nature. It’s also about tending and mending our relationships with nature, ourselves, and others. There are no requirements – just come as you are.
Members $35 | Nonmembers $45ย (Please sign in to receive member discount)
About the Instructor
Doug Jones received his certification as a Forest Therapy Guide in 2020 from the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guides and Programs (ANFT). Prior to beginning his Forest Therapy practice, he worked as an independent psychologist in Sewickley, Pennsylvania and at Sewickley Academy for over 30 years. In retirement, his goal is to guide walks as a way of staying in service to others and nature. The encounters that occur during a Forest Therapy walk provide participants with the opportunity to recollect and embody their sense of being at home in nature and with themselves. The ANFT motto is: “The forest is the therapist, the guide opens the doors.โ
Program suitable for adults (18+) and children age 16 years and older, if accompanied by an adult.
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 12:15 pm(GMT-04:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464.ย No refunds will be issued after that point.ย The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
If you have any questions, please contact our Welcome Desk atย 412-444-4464.
06jul10:00 am11:00 amYoga at the Garden
Event Details
Improve flexibility, strength, and mind-body connection with certified instructors from Yoga H’Om. Pittsburgh Botanic Garden’s peaceful garden and woodland spaces provide an excellent environment to focus and immerse yourself in
Event Details
Improve flexibility, strength, and mind-body connection with certified instructors from Yoga H’Om. Pittsburgh Botanic Garden’s peaceful garden and woodland spaces provide an excellent environment to focus and immerse yourself in this practice. Yoga is mostly held at the Lotus Pond, but may move to Weisbrod Learning Pavilion or Peirce Education Rooms based on weather conditions.
Members $15 | Nonmembers $20
About the Instructors
Yoga H’Om has been providing classic Hatha yoga to students of all abilities in the Western suburbs of Pittsburgh since 2002. In their classes, you will be respected and allowed to grow at your own pace. You will also be encouraged and challenged to go beyond your perceived limitations and discover your true inner self and potential.
Please bring your own yoga mat for this session. Yoga at the Garden is suitable for adults, or youth ages 16+ if accompanied by an adult. This class is open to beginners or participants of all levels of yoga experience.
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 11:00 am(GMT-11:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464.ย No refunds will be issued after that point.ย The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
If you have any questions, please contact our Welcome Desk atย 412-444-4464.
07jul9:30 am10:30 amTai Chi Qigong at the Garden
Event Details
Tai Chi and Qigong (โchee-kungโ) are ancient Chinese wellness practices. They are rooted in the philosophy of recognizing and aligning with the patterns and rhythms of nature, around us and
Event Details
Tai Chi and Qigong (โchee-kungโ) are ancient Chinese wellness practices. They are rooted in the philosophy of recognizing and aligning with the patterns and rhythms of nature, around us and within. Through motion and stillness, we explore our relationship with ourselves and our environment. Mindful use of breath, grounding, and gentle, fluid movement lead to a sense of wholeness and peace.ย Let the beauty and calm of the garden move you! Feel the support of the earth below and the open sky above to replenish your energy, find balance, serenity and joy. Classes are taught standing with some seating provided. No equipment is needed. Wear comfortable everyday clothes and flat, flexible shoes attached at the heel.
Members $20 | Nonmembers $25ย (Please sign in to receive member discount)
About the Instructor
Gurney Bolster (she/her) has an MA in Dance/Movement Therapy and has been studying dance, tai chi and western approaches to mind-body integration since 1977. For 18 years she was an adjunct professor in the contemporary dance departments of Concordia University and the University of Quebec in Montreal, teaching dancers and dance teachers to understand and respect the body, to avoid injury and to heal more quickly after injury or illness.ย She has worked with people of all ages – healthy, injured or frail – to help them enjoy their natural power, grace and expression in movement.
Gurney formed Tai Chi for Health Pittsburgh upon moving here in 2005. She has taught tai chi for Allegheny Health Networkโs Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, Highmark, CCAC Life Enrichment and the Allegheny County Public Health Department. She teaches her own classes online and in-person at numerous locations in the area. For more information visit taichiforhealthpittsburgh.com.
No experience or equipment necessary. Please wear flat, comfortable shoes and dress appropriately for weather conditions. This program will be held outside, weather permitting, and may be moved indoors in the case of inclement weather.
Time
(Sunday) 9:30 am - 10:30 am(GMT-04:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464.ย No refunds will be issued after that point.ย The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
If you have any questions, please contact our Welcome Desk atย 412-444-4464.
09jul(jul 9)9:30 am12(jul 12)1:30 pmBig Bugs CampAges 4-7
Event Details
Enjoy a 4-day camp of fun exploration of the various habitats at Pittsburgh Botanic Garden that support beneficial
Event Details
Enjoy a 4-day camp of fun exploration of the various habitats at Pittsburgh Botanic Garden that support beneficial bugs. Campers will explore the Garden’s summer exhibit, David Rogers’ Big Bugs + Pollinators, featuring ten supersized sculptures of insects, spiders and birds and look for real life specimens.ย Through lessons, activities, crafts and explorations of habitats, children will learn the value of bugs, how they help humans and how humans can support them. Bring a bag lunch every day and dress for the weather as we will be outside exploring most of the time!
Members $165 | Nonmembers $185 ย (Please sign in to receive member discount)
About the Instructors
Sarah Levinthal is a Pennsylvania Master Naturalist with an education background. She has been leading camps, field trips and preschool programs at the Garden for over a year. Outside of teaching, she loves hiking and spending time with her three children.
Colleen Mutschler is a Youth Educator at Pittsburgh Botanic Garden. Colleen taught elementary school for 33 years before joining the Garden’s Education team. When she’s not working or walking her dog, she loves to try new recipes for her husband and 2 children and exploring new areas around Pittsburgh.
Gina Walter is the Gardenโs Education Coordinator and has a background in landscape architecture and horticultural therapy. Gina loves showing children the wonders of nature. In her free time, Gina enjoys caring for her indoor plants and exploring outside with her dog.
Camp Details
This is a 4-day, drop-off day camp. Please dress appropriately for the weather, kids will be outside exploring most of the time. Each participant will need to bring their own lunch.
Time
9 (Tuesday) 9:30 am - 12 (Friday) 1:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464. No refunds will be issued after that point. The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather. If you have any questions, please contact Guest Services at 412-444-4464.
10jul1:00 pm3:00 pmYoung Artists in the Garden
Event Details
Children and parents will have a blast getting inspired by nature and engaging the senses at Young Artists in the Garden! Each week, this drop-in program includes activities like coloring,
Event Details
Children and parents will have a blast getting inspired by nature and engaging the senses at Young Artists in the Garden! Each week, this drop-in program includes activities like coloring, reading books, making a craft and playing games – all relating to a new garden topic. Bring a friend and join the fun in the Weisbrod Learning Pavilion, located in the Garden of the Five Senses.
Young Artists in the Garden is included with regular daily admission. Don’t forget – members visit free!
For details or questions about Young Artists in the Garden, please email Gina Walter (Education & Volunteer Coordinator) at gwalter@pittsburghbotanicgarden.org.
Time
(Wednesday) 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
11jul5:30 pm6:30 pmSound Bath Meditation in the Garden
Event Details
Join Dorit Brauer to learn tools for optimizing health and achieving an in-depth understanding of the mind/body connection. Guided meditation is accompanied by a ‘sound bath’ – the relaxing sound
Event Details
Join Dorit Brauer to learn tools for optimizing health and achieving an in-depth understanding of the mind/body connection. Guided meditation is accompanied by a ‘sound bath’ – the relaxing sound of quartz crystal singing bowls – which induce alpha wave-level activity in the brain, balance hemispheres of the brain, and promote health and harmony.
Members $25 | Nonmembers $30ย (Please sign in to receive member discount)
About the Instructor
Dorit Brauer is an award-winning artist and author. She is the founder of the Brauer Institute for Holistic Medicine. In 2016, she received the Immigrant Entrepreneur Award by Global Pittsburgh in recognition of her achievements and enriching the Pittsburgh region with her talent and tenacity since arriving in 1998. Read more about the Brauer Institute: The Brauer Institute of Holistic Medicine
Program suitable for adults (18+) and children age 16 years and older, if accompanied by an adult.
Time
(Thursday) 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464.ย No refunds will be issued after that point.ย The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
If you have any questions, please contact our Welcome Desk atย 412-444-4464.
12jul1:00 pm2:00 pmMember & Volunteer Book ClubThe Island of Missing Trees by Elif Shafak
Event Details
Calling all adult Pittsburgh Botanic Garden members and volunteers! Join us at the Garden for a book club to discuss works on the wondrous and sometimes wacky world of
Event Details
Calling all adult Pittsburgh Botanic Garden members and volunteers! Join us at the Garden for a book club to discuss works on the wondrous and sometimes wacky world of plants, nature and the environment. Read the book ahead of time and come ready to share your point of view. Selections will vary and discussions are sure to be lively! Mingle with fellow members, discuss interesting ideas and form new friendships.
Free to members and volunteers, but pre-registration is required.
July 2024 Selection:
The Island of Missing Trees by Elif Shafak
A moving, beautifully written, and delicately constructed story of love, division, transcendence, history, and eco-consciousness.
Time
(Friday) 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Tickets
Save Your SeatCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464. The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
31jul01augSTE(A)M CampAges 8-11
Event Details
This unique 2-day camp encourages creativity, artistic expression, problem solving and critical thinking in a fun hands-on experience.ย Scientific experimentation with natural materials throughout the Garden and indoors will focus on
Event Details
This unique 2-day camp encourages creativity, artistic expression, problem solving and critical thinking in a fun hands-on experience.ย Scientific experimentation with natural materials throughout the Garden and indoors will focus on design and engineering. Working as teams, campers will build their communication skills while employing their imaginations to solve intriguing challenges. Bring a bag lunch each day and dress for the weather as we will be outside exploring most of the time.
Members $85 | Nonmembers $95 ย (Please sign in to receive member discount)
About the Instructors
Sarah Levinthal is a Pennsylvania Master Naturalist with an education background. She has been leading camps, field trips and preschool programs at the Garden for over a year. Outside of teaching, she loves hiking and spending time with her three children.
Colleen Mutschler is a Youth Educator at Pittsburgh Botanic Garden. Colleen taught elementary school for 33 years before joining the Garden’s Education team. When she’s not working or walking her dog, she loves to try new recipes for her husband and 2 children and exploring new areas around Pittsburgh.
Gina Walter is the Gardenโs Education Coordinator and has a background in landscape architecture and horticultural therapy. Gina loves showing children the wonders of nature. In her free time, Gina enjoys caring for her indoor plants and exploring outside with her dog.
Camp Details
This is a 2-day, drop-off day camp. Please dress appropriately for the weather, kids will be outside exploring most of the time. Each participant will need to bring their own lunch.
Time
July 31 (Wednesday) 9:30 am - August 1 (Thursday) 1:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464. No refunds will be issued after that point. The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather. If you have any questions, please contact Guest Services at 412-444-4464.
03aug10:00 am12:00 pmYoung Artists in the Garden
Event Details
Children and parents will have a blast getting inspired by nature and engaging the senses at Young Artists in the Garden! Each week, this drop-in program includes activities like coloring,
Event Details
Children and parents will have a blast getting inspired by nature and engaging the senses at Young Artists in the Garden! Each week, this drop-in program includes activities like coloring, reading books, making a craft and playing games – all relating to a new garden topic. Bring a friend and join the fun in the Weisbrod Learning Pavilion, located in the Garden of the Five Senses.
Young Artists in the Garden is included with regular daily admission. Don’t forget – members visit free!
For details or questions about Young Artists in the Garden, please email Gina Walter (Education & Volunteer Coordinator) at gwalter@pittsburghbotanicgarden.org.
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 12:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
03aug10:00 am11:00 amYoga at the Garden
Event Details
Improve flexibility, strength, and mind-body connection with certified instructors from Yoga H’Om. Pittsburgh Botanic Garden’s peaceful garden and woodland spaces provide an excellent environment to focus and immerse yourself in
Event Details
Improve flexibility, strength, and mind-body connection with certified instructors from Yoga H’Om. Pittsburgh Botanic Garden’s peaceful garden and woodland spaces provide an excellent environment to focus and immerse yourself in this practice. Yoga is mostly held at the Lotus Pond, but may move to Weisbrod Learning Pavilion or Peirce Education Rooms based on weather conditions.
Members $15 | Nonmembers $20
About the Instructors
Yoga H’Om has been providing classic Hatha yoga to students of all abilities in the Western suburbs of Pittsburgh since 2002. In their classes, you will be respected and allowed to grow at your own pace. You will also be encouraged and challenged to go beyond your perceived limitations and discover your true inner self and potential.
Please bring your own yoga mat for this session. Yoga at the Garden is suitable for adults, or youth ages 16+ if accompanied by an adult. This class is open to beginners or participants of all levels of yoga experience.
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 11:00 am(GMT-11:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464.ย No refunds will be issued after that point.ย The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
If you have any questions, please contact our Welcome Desk atย 412-444-4464.
04aug9:30 am10:30 amTai Chi Qigong at the Garden
Event Details
Tai Chi and Qigong (โchee-kungโ) are ancient Chinese wellness practices. They are rooted in the philosophy of recognizing and aligning with the patterns and rhythms of nature, around us and
Event Details
Tai Chi and Qigong (โchee-kungโ) are ancient Chinese wellness practices. They are rooted in the philosophy of recognizing and aligning with the patterns and rhythms of nature, around us and within. Through motion and stillness, we explore our relationship with ourselves and our environment. Mindful use of breath, grounding, and gentle, fluid movement lead to a sense of wholeness and peace.ย Let the beauty and calm of the garden move you! Feel the support of the earth below and the open sky above to replenish your energy, find balance, serenity and joy. Classes are taught standing with some seating provided. No equipment is needed. Wear comfortable everyday clothes and flat, flexible shoes attached at the heel.
Members $20 | Nonmembers $25ย (Please sign in to receive member discount)
About the Instructor
Gurney Bolster (she/her) has an MA in Dance/Movement Therapy and has been studying dance, tai chi and western approaches to mind-body integration since 1977. For 18 years she was an adjunct professor in the contemporary dance departments of Concordia University and the University of Quebec in Montreal, teaching dancers and dance teachers to understand and respect the body, to avoid injury and to heal more quickly after injury or illness.ย She has worked with people of all ages – healthy, injured or frail – to help them enjoy their natural power, grace and expression in movement.
Gurney formed Tai Chi for Health Pittsburgh upon moving here in 2005. She has taught tai chi for Allegheny Health Networkโs Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, Highmark, CCAC Life Enrichment and the Allegheny County Public Health Department. She teaches her own classes online and in-person at numerous locations in the area. For more information visit taichiforhealthpittsburgh.com.
No experience or equipment necessary. Please wear flat, comfortable shoes and dress appropriately for weather conditions. This program will be held outside, weather permitting, and may be moved indoors in the case of inclement weather.
Time
(Sunday) 9:30 am - 10:30 am(GMT-04:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464.ย No refunds will be issued after that point.ย The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
If you have any questions, please contact our Welcome Desk atย 412-444-4464.
06aug(aug 6)9:30 am09(aug 9)1:30 pmNature Adventure CampAges 8-11
Event Details
Enjoy a 4-day camp full of fun exploration of the various habitats at Pittsburgh Botanic Garden. Ecosystems that will be investigated
Event Details
Enjoy a 4-day camp full of fun exploration of the various habitats at Pittsburgh Botanic Garden. Ecosystems that will be investigated include the Lotus Pond (aquatic), the Margaret Lawrence Simon Dogwood Meadow, Allegheny Plateau Woodlands and Carbon Cycle: An Earth Art Exhibit (an earth art exhibition in a formerly strip-mined area). Campers will try their hand in pond dipping, bird watching, insect collecting, tree identification, nature journaling and free play. Bring a bag lunch every day. Dress for the weather as we will be outside exploring most of the time!ย
Members $165 | Nonmembers $185 ย (Please sign in to receive member discount)
About the Instructors
Sarah Levinthal is a Pennsylvania Master Naturalist with an education background. She has been leading camps, field trips and preschool programs at the Garden for over a year. Outside of teaching, she loves hiking and spending time with her three children.
Colleen Mutschler is a Youth Educator at Pittsburgh Botanic Garden. Colleen taught elementary school for 33 years before joining the Garden’s Education team. When she’s not working or walking her dog, she loves to try new recipes for her husband and 2 children and exploring new areas around Pittsburgh.
Gina Walter is the Gardenโs Education Coordinator and has a background in landscape architecture and horticultural therapy. Gina loves showing children the wonders of nature. In her free time, Gina enjoys caring for her indoor plants and exploring outside with her dog.
Camp Details
This is a 4-day, drop-off day camp. Please dress appropriately for the weather, kids will be outside exploring most of the time. Each participant will need to bring their own lunch.
Time
6 (Tuesday) 9:30 am - 9 (Friday) 1:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464. No refunds will be issued after that point. The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather. If you have any questions, please contact Guest Services at 412-444-4464.
07aug1:00 pm3:00 pmYoung Artists in the Garden
Event Details
Children and parents will have a blast getting inspired by nature and engaging the senses at Young Artists in the Garden! Each week, this drop-in program includes activities like coloring,
Event Details
Children and parents will have a blast getting inspired by nature and engaging the senses at Young Artists in the Garden! Each week, this drop-in program includes activities like coloring, reading books, making a craft and playing games – all relating to a new garden topic. Bring a friend and join the fun in the Weisbrod Learning Pavilion, located in the Garden of the Five Senses.
Young Artists in the Garden is included with regular daily admission. Don’t forget – members visit free!
For details or questions about Young Artists in the Garden, please email Gina Walter (Education & Volunteer Coordinator) at gwalter@pittsburghbotanicgarden.org.
Time
(Wednesday) 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
08aug5:30 pm6:30 pmSound Bath Meditation in the Garden
Event Details
Join Dorit Brauer to learn tools for optimizing health and achieving an in-depth understanding of the mind/body connection. Guided meditation is accompanied by a ‘sound bath’ – the relaxing sound
Event Details
Join Dorit Brauer to learn tools for optimizing health and achieving an in-depth understanding of the mind/body connection. Guided meditation is accompanied by a ‘sound bath’ – the relaxing sound of quartz crystal singing bowls – which induce alpha wave-level activity in the brain, balance hemispheres of the brain, and promote health and harmony.
Members $25 | Nonmembers $30ย (Please sign in to receive member discount)
About the Instructor
Dorit Brauer is an award-winning artist and author. She is the founder of the Brauer Institute for Holistic Medicine. In 2016, she received the Immigrant Entrepreneur Award by Global Pittsburgh in recognition of her achievements and enriching the Pittsburgh region with her talent and tenacity since arriving in 1998. Read more about the Brauer Institute: The Brauer Institute of Holistic Medicine
Program suitable for adults (18+) and children age 16 years and older, if accompanied by an adult.
Time
(Thursday) 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464.ย No refunds will be issued after that point.ย The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
If you have any questions, please contact our Welcome Desk atย 412-444-4464.
10aug10:00 am11:00 amYoga at the Garden
Event Details
Improve flexibility, strength, and mind-body connection with certified instructors from Yoga H’Om. Pittsburgh Botanic Garden’s peaceful garden and woodland spaces provide an excellent environment to focus and immerse yourself in
Event Details
Improve flexibility, strength, and mind-body connection with certified instructors from Yoga H’Om. Pittsburgh Botanic Garden’s peaceful garden and woodland spaces provide an excellent environment to focus and immerse yourself in this practice. Yoga is mostly held at the Lotus Pond, but may move to Weisbrod Learning Pavilion or Peirce Education Rooms based on weather conditions.
Members $15 | Nonmembers $20
About the Instructors
Yoga H’Om has been providing classic Hatha yoga to students of all abilities in the Western suburbs of Pittsburgh since 2002. In their classes, you will be respected and allowed to grow at your own pace. You will also be encouraged and challenged to go beyond your perceived limitations and discover your true inner self and potential.
Please bring your own yoga mat for this session. Yoga at the Garden is suitable for adults, or youth ages 16+ if accompanied by an adult. This class is open to beginners or participants of all levels of yoga experience.
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 11:00 am(GMT-11:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464.ย No refunds will be issued after that point.ย The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
If you have any questions, please contact our Welcome Desk atย 412-444-4464.
11aug9:30 am10:30 amTai Chi Qigong at the Garden
Event Details
Tai Chi and Qigong (โchee-kungโ) are ancient Chinese wellness practices. They are rooted in the philosophy of recognizing and aligning with the patterns and rhythms of nature, around us and
Event Details
Tai Chi and Qigong (โchee-kungโ) are ancient Chinese wellness practices. They are rooted in the philosophy of recognizing and aligning with the patterns and rhythms of nature, around us and within. Through motion and stillness, we explore our relationship with ourselves and our environment. Mindful use of breath, grounding, and gentle, fluid movement lead to a sense of wholeness and peace.ย Let the beauty and calm of the garden move you! Feel the support of the earth below and the open sky above to replenish your energy, find balance, serenity and joy. Classes are taught standing with some seating provided. No equipment is needed. Wear comfortable everyday clothes and flat, flexible shoes attached at the heel.
Members $20 | Nonmembers $25ย (Please sign in to receive member discount)
About the Instructor
Gurney Bolster (she/her) has an MA in Dance/Movement Therapy and has been studying dance, tai chi and western approaches to mind-body integration since 1977. For 18 years she was an adjunct professor in the contemporary dance departments of Concordia University and the University of Quebec in Montreal, teaching dancers and dance teachers to understand and respect the body, to avoid injury and to heal more quickly after injury or illness.ย She has worked with people of all ages – healthy, injured or frail – to help them enjoy their natural power, grace and expression in movement.
Gurney formed Tai Chi for Health Pittsburgh upon moving here in 2005. She has taught tai chi for Allegheny Health Networkโs Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, Highmark, CCAC Life Enrichment and the Allegheny County Public Health Department. She teaches her own classes online and in-person at numerous locations in the area. For more information visit taichiforhealthpittsburgh.com.
No experience or equipment necessary. Please wear flat, comfortable shoes and dress appropriately for weather conditions. This program will be held outside, weather permitting, and may be moved indoors in the case of inclement weather.
Time
(Sunday) 9:30 am - 10:30 am(GMT-04:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464.ย No refunds will be issued after that point.ย The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
If you have any questions, please contact our Welcome Desk atย 412-444-4464.
14aug1:00 pm2:15 pmSummer SeedlingsAges 3-6
Event Details
Connecting with nature is essential to child development, sparking creativity and imagination โ and Summer is a sizzlingly fun time for discovery in nature. Join Sarah Levinthal, Youth Educator, in
Event Details
Connecting with nature is essential to child development, sparking creativity and imagination โ and Summer is a sizzlingly fun time for discovery in nature. Join Sarah Levinthal, Youth Educator, in talking about nature during the showy season and then heading outdoors in search of adventure. Examine the bounty of the Garden in bloom! Your visit will include time in the Gardenโs different habitats, a story reading and time for free play.
Members $10 | Nonmembers $15ย (Includes one adult registration)
Program suitable for children ages 3-6, each child (including siblings) must be registered and one adult caregiver must be present per 3 children. Please sign in to receive member discount.
Time
(Wednesday) 1:00 pm - 2:15 pm(GMT-04:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464.ย No refunds will be issued after that point.ย The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
04sep1:00 pm3:00 pmYoung Artists in the Garden
Event Details
Children and parents will have a blast getting inspired by nature and engaging the senses at Young Artists in the Garden! Each week, this drop-in program includes activities like coloring,
Event Details
Children and parents will have a blast getting inspired by nature and engaging the senses at Young Artists in the Garden! Each week, this drop-in program includes activities like coloring, reading books, making a craft and playing games – all relating to a new garden topic. Bring a friend and join the fun in the Weisbrod Learning Pavilion, located in the Garden of the Five Senses.
Young Artists in the Garden is included with regular daily admission. Don’t forget – members visit free!
For details or questions about Young Artists in the Garden, please email Gina Walter (Education & Volunteer Coordinator) at gwalter@pittsburghbotanicgarden.org.
Time
(Wednesday) 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
05sep5:30 pm6:30 pmSound Bath Meditation in the Garden
Event Details
Join Dorit Brauer to learn tools for optimizing health and achieving an in-depth understanding of the mind/body connection. Guided meditation is accompanied by a ‘sound bath’ – the relaxing sound
Event Details
Join Dorit Brauer to learn tools for optimizing health and achieving an in-depth understanding of the mind/body connection. Guided meditation is accompanied by a ‘sound bath’ – the relaxing sound of quartz crystal singing bowls – which induce alpha wave-level activity in the brain, balance hemispheres of the brain, and promote health and harmony.
Members $25 | Nonmembers $30ย (Please sign in to receive member discount)
About the Instructor
Dorit Brauer is an award-winning artist and author. She is the founder of the Brauer Institute for Holistic Medicine. In 2016, she received the Immigrant Entrepreneur Award by Global Pittsburgh in recognition of her achievements and enriching the Pittsburgh region with her talent and tenacity since arriving in 1998. Read more about the Brauer Institute: The Brauer Institute of Holistic Medicine
Program suitable for adults (18+) and children age 16 years and older, if accompanied by an adult.
Time
(Thursday) 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464.ย No refunds will be issued after that point.ย The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
If you have any questions, please contact our Welcome Desk atย 412-444-4464.
07sep10:00 am11:00 amYoga at the Garden
Event Details
Improve flexibility, strength, and mind-body connection with certified instructors from Yoga H’Om. Pittsburgh Botanic Garden’s peaceful garden and woodland spaces provide an excellent environment to focus and immerse yourself in
Event Details
Improve flexibility, strength, and mind-body connection with certified instructors from Yoga H’Om. Pittsburgh Botanic Garden’s peaceful garden and woodland spaces provide an excellent environment to focus and immerse yourself in this practice. Yoga is mostly held at the Lotus Pond, but may move to Weisbrod Learning Pavilion or Peirce Education Rooms based on weather conditions.
Members $15 | Nonmembers $20
About the Instructors
Yoga H’Om has been providing classic Hatha yoga to students of all abilities in the Western suburbs of Pittsburgh since 2002. In their classes, you will be respected and allowed to grow at your own pace. You will also be encouraged and challenged to go beyond your perceived limitations and discover your true inner self and potential.
Please bring your own yoga mat for this session. Yoga at the Garden is suitable for adults, or youth ages 16+ if accompanied by an adult. This class is open to beginners or participants of all levels of yoga experience.
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 11:00 am(GMT-04:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464.ย No refunds will be issued after that point.ย The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
If you have any questions, please contact our Welcome Desk atย 412-444-4464.
07sep10:00 am12:15 pmForest Bathing: A Guided, Restorative Woodland Walk
Event Details
Join us and experience nature’s power to soothe, refresh, and open your heart. The Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku (Forest Bathing in English) is a slow, sensory-based walk in the woods,
Event Details
Join us and experience nature’s power to soothe, refresh, and open your heart. The Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku (Forest Bathing in English) is a slow, sensory-based walk in the woods, during which we focus on the sights, sounds, smells, feels and tastes of nature. This is neither a naturalist exploration nor a fitness trek; this walk is about soaking in the health benefits of spending relaxed time in nature. It’s also about tending and mending our relationships with nature, ourselves, and others. There are no requirements – just come as you are.
Members $35 | Nonmembers $45ย (Please sign in to receive member discount)
About the Instructor
Doug Jones received his certification as a Forest Therapy Guide in 2020 from the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guides and Programs (ANFT). Prior to beginning his Forest Therapy practice, he worked as an independent psychologist in Sewickley, Pennsylvania and at Sewickley Academy for over 30 years. In retirement, his goal is to guide walks as a way of staying in service to others and nature. The encounters that occur during a Forest Therapy walk provide participants with the opportunity to recollect and embody their sense of being at home in nature and with themselves. The ANFT motto is: “The forest is the therapist, the guide opens the doors.โ
Program suitable for adults (18+) and children age 16 years and older, if accompanied by an adult.
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 12:15 pm(GMT-04:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464.ย No refunds will be issued after that point.ย The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
If you have any questions, please contact our Welcome Desk atย 412-444-4464.
Event Details
Calling all adult Pittsburgh Botanic Garden members and volunteers! Join us at the Garden for a book club to discuss works on the wondrous and sometimes wacky world of
Event Details
Calling all adult Pittsburgh Botanic Garden members and volunteers! Join us at the Garden for a book club to discuss works on the wondrous and sometimes wacky world of plants, nature and the environment. Read the book ahead of time and come ready to share your point of view. Selections will vary and discussions are sure to be lively! Mingle with fellow members, discuss interesting ideas and form new friendships.
Free to members and volunteers, but pre-registration is required.
September 2024 Selection:
Rooted: Life at the Crossroads of Science, Nature and Spirit by Lyanda Lynn Haupt
Cutting-edge science supports a truth that poets, artists, mystics and earth-based cultures across the world have proclaimed over millennia: life on this planet is radically interconnected.
Time
(Friday) 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Tickets
Save Your SeatCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464. The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
14sep10:00 am11:00 amYoga at the Garden
Event Details
Improve flexibility, strength, and mind-body connection with certified instructors from Yoga H’Om. Pittsburgh Botanic Garden’s peaceful garden and woodland spaces provide an excellent environment to focus and immerse yourself in
Event Details
Improve flexibility, strength, and mind-body connection with certified instructors from Yoga H’Om. Pittsburgh Botanic Garden’s peaceful garden and woodland spaces provide an excellent environment to focus and immerse yourself in this practice. Yoga is mostly held at the Lotus Pond, but may move to Weisbrod Learning Pavilion or Peirce Education Rooms based on weather conditions.
Members $15 | Nonmembers $20
About the Instructors
Yoga H’Om has been providing classic Hatha yoga to students of all abilities in the Western suburbs of Pittsburgh since 2002. In their classes, you will be respected and allowed to grow at your own pace. You will also be encouraged and challenged to go beyond your perceived limitations and discover your true inner self and potential.
Please bring your own yoga mat for this session. Yoga at the Garden is suitable for adults, or youth ages 16+ if accompanied by an adult. This class is open to beginners or participants of all levels of yoga experience.
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 11:00 am(GMT-04:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464.ย No refunds will be issued after that point.ย The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
If you have any questions, please contact our Welcome Desk atย 412-444-4464.
14sep10:00 am12:00 pmYoung Artists in the Garden
Event Details
Children and parents will have a blast getting inspired by nature and engaging the senses at Young Artists in the Garden! Each week, this drop-in program includes activities like coloring,
Event Details
Children and parents will have a blast getting inspired by nature and engaging the senses at Young Artists in the Garden! Each week, this drop-in program includes activities like coloring, reading books, making a craft and playing games – all relating to a new garden topic. Bring a friend and join the fun in the Weisbrod Learning Pavilion, located in the Garden of the Five Senses.
Young Artists in the Garden is included with regular daily admission. Don’t forget – members visit free!
For details or questions about Young Artists in the Garden, please email Gina Walter (Education & Volunteer Coordinator) at gwalter@pittsburghbotanicgarden.org.
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 12:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
14sep1:00 pm3:00 pmShared Herbalism: Native Americans & Early Settlerswith Brady J. Crytzer
Event Details
When the first Europeans arrived in western Pennsylvania during the 1700’s, they discovered a flourishing native culture. Living alongside peoples like the Lenni Lenape, Shawnee, and Seneca, pioneers learned how
Event Details
When the first Europeans arrived in western Pennsylvania during the 1700’s, they discovered a flourishing native culture. Living alongside peoples like the Lenni Lenape, Shawnee, and Seneca, pioneers learned how to identify native plants and transform them into powerful herbal medicine. Along with utilizing local species, Europeans brought many of their own specimens which subsequently colonized the native landscape.
Join local author and historian Brady Crytzer for a course on 18th century shared herbalism. Topics include traditional recipes, remedies, and history of these communal practices. Take home some common – and not-so-common – herbs.
Members $25 | Nonmembers $35ย (Please sign in to receive member discount)
About the Instructor
Brady J. Crytzer teaches history at Robert Morris University. He is the recipient of the Donald S. Kelly and Donna J. McKee Awards for outstanding scholarship in the discipline of history. A specialist in imperialism in North America, he is the author of a number of books, including Fort Pitt: A Frontier History, Guyasata and the Fall of Indian America, and War in the Peaceable Kingdom: The Kittaning Raid of 1756. He is also the host of Dispatches: The Podcast of the Journal of the American Revolution. (Listen Here)
This program will take place rain or shine. Please dress appropriately for weather conditions.
Time
(Saturday) 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464.ย No refunds will be issued after that point.ย The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
18sep1:00 pm3:00 pmYoung Artists in the Garden
Event Details
Children and parents will have a blast getting inspired by nature and engaging the senses at Young Artists in the Garden! Each week, this drop-in program includes activities like coloring,
Event Details
Children and parents will have a blast getting inspired by nature and engaging the senses at Young Artists in the Garden! Each week, this drop-in program includes activities like coloring, reading books, making a craft and playing games – all relating to a new garden topic. Bring a friend and join the fun in the Weisbrod Learning Pavilion, located in the Garden of the Five Senses.
Young Artists in the Garden is included with regular daily admission. Don’t forget – members visit free!
For details or questions about Young Artists in the Garden, please email Gina Walter (Education & Volunteer Coordinator) at gwalter@pittsburghbotanicgarden.org.
Time
(Wednesday) 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
21sep10:00 am11:00 amYoga at the Garden
Event Details
Improve flexibility, strength, and mind-body connection with certified instructors from Yoga H’Om. Pittsburgh Botanic Garden’s peaceful garden and woodland spaces provide an excellent environment to focus and immerse yourself in
Event Details
Improve flexibility, strength, and mind-body connection with certified instructors from Yoga H’Om. Pittsburgh Botanic Garden’s peaceful garden and woodland spaces provide an excellent environment to focus and immerse yourself in this practice. Yoga is mostly held at the Lotus Pond, but may move to Weisbrod Learning Pavilion or Peirce Education Rooms based on weather conditions.
Members $15 | Nonmembers $20
About the Instructors
Yoga H’Om has been providing classic Hatha yoga to students of all abilities in the Western suburbs of Pittsburgh since 2002. In their classes, you will be respected and allowed to grow at your own pace. You will also be encouraged and challenged to go beyond your perceived limitations and discover your true inner self and potential.
Please bring your own yoga mat for this session. Yoga at the Garden is suitable for adults, or youth ages 16+ if accompanied by an adult. This class is open to beginners or participants of all levels of yoga experience.
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 11:00 am(GMT-04:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464.ย No refunds will be issued after that point.ย The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
If you have any questions, please contact our Welcome Desk atย 412-444-4464.
05oct10:00 am11:30 amAncestral Strength & The Power of the Labyrinth
Event Details
Explore the ancient tool of walking a labyrinth for healing, wholeness and meditation. This practice dates back as early as 400 BCE. In this program, participants will learn to connect
Event Details
Explore the ancient tool of walking a labyrinth for healing, wholeness and meditation. This practice dates back as early as 400 BCE. In this program, participants will learn to connect to the strength of your ancestors, one step at a time. You will also learn to release difficult fates and family trauma, then step into your power. Through this practice, you will embrace inner peace, harmony, clarity and love which comes to you through the generations, then let that love flow!
Members $25 | Nonmembers $30
About the Instructor
Dorit Brauer provides the education and the tools that you need to live your best life by optimizing your health and achieving an in-depth understanding between body, mind and spirit. She offers a comprehensive approach including Guided Imagery Meditation and Trans-Generational Healing, dedicated to unlocking your highest potential so that you can experience a life of equilibrium, fulfillment, and good health. Dorit started her career in the US at the UPMCโs Center for Integrative Medicine and she developed meditation and stress reduction programs for Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield and many other corporate sites.
This program is suitable for adults, or children age 14-17 accompanied by adults. Please be sure you have signed in to receive member registration discount.
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 11:30 am(GMT-04:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464.ย No refunds will be issued after that point.ย The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
If you have any questions, please contact our Welcome Desk atย 412-444-4464.
12oct10:00 am12:15 pmForest Bathing: A Guided, Restorative Woodland Walk
Event Details
Join us and experience nature’s power to soothe, refresh, and open your heart. The Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku (Forest Bathing in English) is a slow, sensory-based walk in the woods,
Event Details
Join us and experience nature’s power to soothe, refresh, and open your heart. The Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku (Forest Bathing in English) is a slow, sensory-based walk in the woods, during which we focus on the sights, sounds, smells, feels and tastes of nature. This is neither a naturalist exploration nor a fitness trek; this walk is about soaking in the health benefits of spending relaxed time in nature. It’s also about tending and mending our relationships with nature, ourselves, and others. There are no requirements – just come as you are.
Members $35 | Nonmembers $45ย (Please sign in to receive member discount)
About the Instructor
Doug Jones received his certification as a Forest Therapy Guide in 2020 from the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guides and Programs (ANFT). Prior to beginning his Forest Therapy practice, he worked as an independent psychologist in Sewickley, Pennsylvania and at Sewickley Academy for over 30 years. In retirement, his goal is to guide walks as a way of staying in service to others and nature. The encounters that occur during a Forest Therapy walk provide participants with the opportunity to recollect and embody their sense of being at home in nature and with themselves. The ANFT motto is: “The forest is the therapist, the guide opens the doors.โ
Program suitable for adults (18+) and children age 16 years and older, if accompanied by an adult.
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 12:15 pm(GMT-04:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464.ย No refunds will be issued after that point.ย The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
If you have any questions, please contact our Welcome Desk atย 412-444-4464.
19oct10:00 am12:15 pmForest Bathing: A Guided, Restorative Woodland Walk
Event Details
Join us and experience nature’s power to soothe, refresh, and open your heart. The Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku (Forest Bathing in English) is a slow, sensory-based walk in the woods,
Event Details
Join us and experience nature’s power to soothe, refresh, and open your heart. The Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku (Forest Bathing in English) is a slow, sensory-based walk in the woods, during which we focus on the sights, sounds, smells, feels and tastes of nature. This is neither a naturalist exploration nor a fitness trek; this walk is about soaking in the health benefits of spending relaxed time in nature. It’s also about tending and mending our relationships with nature, ourselves, and others. There are no requirements – just come as you are.
Members $35 | Nonmembers $45ย (Please sign in to receive member discount)
About the Instructor
Doug Jones received his certification as a Forest Therapy Guide in 2020 from the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guides and Programs (ANFT). Prior to beginning his Forest Therapy practice, he worked as an independent psychologist in Sewickley, Pennsylvania and at Sewickley Academy for over 30 years. In retirement, his goal is to guide walks as a way of staying in service to others and nature. The encounters that occur during a Forest Therapy walk provide participants with the opportunity to recollect and embody their sense of being at home in nature and with themselves. The ANFT motto is: “The forest is the therapist, the guide opens the doors.โ
Program suitable for adults (18+) and children age 16 years and older, if accompanied by an adult.
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 12:15 pm(GMT-04:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464.ย No refunds will be issued after that point.ย The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
If you have any questions, please contact our Welcome Desk atย 412-444-4464.
27oct10:00 am12:15 pmForest Bathing: A Guided, Restorative Woodland Walk
Event Details
Join us and experience nature’s power to soothe, refresh, and open your heart. The Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku (Forest Bathing in English) is a slow, sensory-based walk in the woods,
Event Details
Join us and experience nature’s power to soothe, refresh, and open your heart. The Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku (Forest Bathing in English) is a slow, sensory-based walk in the woods, during which we focus on the sights, sounds, smells, feels and tastes of nature. This is neither a naturalist exploration nor a fitness trek; this walk is about soaking in the health benefits of spending relaxed time in nature. It’s also about tending and mending our relationships with nature, ourselves, and others. There are no requirements – just come as you are.
Members $35 | Nonmembers $45ย (Please sign in to receive member discount)
About the Instructor
Doug Jones received his certification as a Forest Therapy Guide in 2020 from the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guides and Programs (ANFT). Prior to beginning his Forest Therapy practice, he worked as an independent psychologist in Sewickley, Pennsylvania and at Sewickley Academy for over 30 years. In retirement, his goal is to guide walks as a way of staying in service to others and nature. The encounters that occur during a Forest Therapy walk provide participants with the opportunity to recollect and embody their sense of being at home in nature and with themselves. The ANFT motto is: “The forest is the therapist, the guide opens the doors.โ
Program suitable for adults (18+) and children age 16 years and older, if accompanied by an adult.
Time
(Sunday) 10:00 am - 12:15 pm(GMT-04:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464.ย No refunds will be issued after that point.ย The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
If you have any questions, please contact our Welcome Desk atย 412-444-4464.
Event Details
Calling all adult Pittsburgh Botanic Garden members and volunteers! Join us at the Garden for a book club to discuss works on the wondrous and sometimes wacky world of
Event Details
Calling all adult Pittsburgh Botanic Garden members and volunteers! Join us at the Garden for a book club to discuss works on the wondrous and sometimes wacky world of plants, nature and the environment. Read the book ahead of time and come ready to share your point of view. Selections will vary and discussions are sure to be lively! Mingle with fellow members, discuss interesting ideas and form new friendships.
Free to members and volunteers, but pre-registration is required.
November 2024 Selection:
A Sand County Almanac: And Sketches Here and There by Aldo Leopold
A Sand County Almanac is a collection of essays written by conservationist Aldo Leopold. Itย explores the beauty and ecological importance of the natural world, while also addressing the need for conservation and environmental ethics.
Time
(Friday) 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Tickets
Save Your SeatCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464. The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
09nov10:00 am12:15 pmForest Bathing: A Guided, Restorative Woodland Walk
Event Details
Join us and experience nature’s power to soothe, refresh, and open your heart. The Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku (Forest Bathing in English) is a slow, sensory-based walk in the woods,
Event Details
Join us and experience nature’s power to soothe, refresh, and open your heart. The Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku (Forest Bathing in English) is a slow, sensory-based walk in the woods, during which we focus on the sights, sounds, smells, feels and tastes of nature. This is neither a naturalist exploration nor a fitness trek; this walk is about soaking in the health benefits of spending relaxed time in nature. It’s also about tending and mending our relationships with nature, ourselves, and others. There are no requirements – just come as you are.
Members $35 | Nonmembers $45ย (Please sign in to receive member discount)
About the Instructor
Doug Jones received his certification as a Forest Therapy Guide in 2020 from the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guides and Programs (ANFT). Prior to beginning his Forest Therapy practice, he worked as an independent psychologist in Sewickley, Pennsylvania and at Sewickley Academy for over 30 years. In retirement, his goal is to guide walks as a way of staying in service to others and nature. The encounters that occur during a Forest Therapy walk provide participants with the opportunity to recollect and embody their sense of being at home in nature and with themselves. The ANFT motto is: “The forest is the therapist, the guide opens the doors.โ
Program suitable for adults (18+) and children age 16 years and older, if accompanied by an adult.
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 12:15 pm(GMT-05:00)
Tickets
Register NowCancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend, kindly give 48 hours notice to receive a refund, by calling the Garden at 412-444-4464.ย No refunds will be issued after that point.ย The Garden reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or in the event of severe weather.
If you have any questions, please contact our Welcome Desk atย 412-444-4464.
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