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Needle Felting for Families

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

Learn the art of needle-felting! Step-by-step and creative guidance will be provided as you learn needle-felting techniques while creating a shamrock. Choose from a variety of colors and get as creative as you wish! Because we’ll be using sharp needles, adult assistance is required for this workshop. Each child will create one felted wool artwork, [...]

Members $30 Youth/Adult Pair, $25 Additional Youth; Nonmembers $35 Youth/Adult Pair, $30 Additional Youth

CANCELLED: Family Workshop: Botanical Egg Dyeing

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

This program is cancelled.  Learn techniques for creating and using plant-based dyes and botanical decorations to participate in this lovely spring tradition. This workshop is designed for youth ages 5 to14 and an accompanying adult to build a take-home project together. One adult is required for every three youth participants.  

Members $20 youth/adult pair, $15 additional youth  Nonmembers $30 youth/adult pair, $20 additional youth 

FULL: Family Workshop: Fairy Gardening

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

This program is full.  Attract fairies to your home by creating your own miniature world with plants and other natural materials. This workshop is designed for youth ages 5 to 14 and an accompanying adult to build a take-home project together. One adult is required for every three youth participants.  

Members $20 youth/adult pair, $15 additional youth  Nonmembers $30 youth/adult pair, $20 additional youth 

FULL: Family Workshop: Cooking with Cacti

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

Have a budding chef at home? Learn how to prepare and incorporate these prickly plants into several tasty dishes. This workshop is designed for youth ages 5 to 14 and an accompanying adult to build a take-home project together. One adult is required for every three youth participants.

Members $20 youth/adult pair, $15 additional youth  Nonmembers $30 youth/adult pair, $20 additional youth 

History of Tea

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

Step into the captivating world of tea at our enchanting History of Tea program, nestled within the serene setting of our breathtaking Botanical Garden. Delve into the centuries-old tale of this aromatic elixir as it intertwines with human culture, trade, and exploration. Guided by Botanical Garden staff and Red Dragon Herbs & Teas, you'll savor [...]

Members $34 Nonmembers $40

CANCELED: Family Workshop: Terrariums

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

This program is canceled. Find more upcoming Family Workshops here. Terrariums are like small-scale worlds; they even have their own water cycle! As a family, learn about different tropical plants, the characteristics of these miniature microclimates, and their unique water cycle. Then, explore the Botanical Garden’s collection of unique terrariums in the Gardeners Show House [...]

Members $20 youth/adult pair, $15 additional youth  Nonmembers $30 youth/adult pair, $20 additional youth 

CANCELED: Family Workshop: Pumpkin Bread

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

This program is canceled.  Full of familiar fall spices and fresh pumpkin flavor, this homemade pumpkin bread is sure to be a winner for all ages. Learn more about the iconic pumpkin as we explore basic cooking skills, create fresh pumpkin purée and prepare a loaf to take home and enjoy. Youth must be accompanied by [...]

Members $20 youth/adult pair, $15 additional youth  Nonmembers $30 youth/adult pair, $20 additional youth 

CANCELED: Family Workshop: Floral Arranging

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

This program is canceled. Find upcoming December youth and family programming here. Create a gorgeous one-of-a-kind bouquet and lasting memories at this family workshop. Floral arranging is an art that your family can learn and incorporate into everyday life. Explore different kinds of flowers used in arrangements and basic design principles and techniques. Work as [...]

Members $20 youth/adult pair, $15 additional youth  Nonmembers $30 youth/adult pair, $20 additional youth 

Family Workshop: Feeding our Winter Friends

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

Become a scientist in your own backyard this winter as you document the visiting wildlife! As a family, explore what animals do through the winter and how they rely on plants for food and shelter. Learn the names of commons birds you may find in your backyard and the food they eat. Create bird feed [...]

Members: $20 Youth/Adult pair, $15 Additional Youth | Nonmembers: $30 Youth/Adult pair, $20 Additional Youth

CANCELED: Needle Felting for Families

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

This program is canceled. Join our family workshop and needle-felt a whimsical snowman together with your child! Each child/adult pair will create one felted wool artwork, framed in a 3” embroidery hoop. Follow along step-by-step, or create freely with a rainbow of colors! Ages 5-14 with an adult. All tools and supplies will be provided [...]

Members $30, Nonmember $35; Member Additional Youth $25, Nonmember Additional Youth $30

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