Outdoor Gardens,
Lobby + Gift Shop
April - September
10 am – 6 pm daily
October - March
10 am – 4 pm daily
Bolz Conservatory
Closed March 11 - June 14 for Planned Maintenance
Schumacher Library
Permanently Closed
Appreciate the little things through building your own terrarium. Conservatory Curator Colten Blackburn will guide you through the process as he shares design, planting, and care techniques from many years of caring for the tropical Bolz Conservatory. Bring your own container to accommodate 3-5 small plants as well as any figurines you bring with you; all other supplies will be provided. More information about container size and materials available upon request.
$60 / $48 member
Many students “fall in love” with pastels after taking this workshop! Soft pastels are fun to use, colorful, versatile, and expressive. You'll be introduced to this dry painting medium through two nature-based exercises on different papers. This workshop is also good as a refresher course for those with some experience. All paper is provided; see supply list for other required materials. Please bring a bag lunch.
Celebrate Spring! We'll create three interpretations from the same spring floral, garden, or landscape photograph. Soft pastel is a very adaptable medium and is perfect for learning different painting techniques. Using different papers and styles of application, you'll learn which styles and techniques work best for you. This repeatable workshop is for beginner to advanced levels. See supply list for required materials; all papers will be provided by the instructor. Please bring a bag lunch.
Learn how to create three different abstract florals using alcohol inks. Various techniques to guide and mix the inks will be shared. All three paintings will be matted to 8x10” so you will leave with three works of art ready for framing. Great for beginners, but those experienced with alcohol inks will be sure to pick up new tips and techniques. All supplies are provided.