Thursdays in September (3, 10, 17, 24)
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Unwind, explore, and reconnect with nature during Peacefully Planted, a month-long Thursday evening series in September designed to cultivate calm, creativity, and community.
Set in the beauty of the gardens at golden hour, this series features guided classes, hands-on workshops, and unique social experiences. Guests can attend individual events or participate in multi-week courses that build skills over time. Each experience is designed to help you slow down, engage your senses, and enjoy the garden in a meaningful way.
Class pricing already includes garden admission—no separate admission ticket is required for class participants.
Questions? Contact Annie Hayes at 316-440-0688 or ahayes@botanica.org
4-Week Series, Every Thursday in September | 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Watercolor in the Gardens
Fall 2026
Join us at Botanica this September for Peacefully Planted: Fall Watercolor Series. Over the course of four Thursday evenings, professional watercolorist Tyra Grace will guide you through essential watercolor techniques and composition skills as you capture the beauty of Botanica’s gardens.
Cultivating Presence
An Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation
Discover a centuries-old mindfulness practice of zazen that develops attention, presence, and awareness. Learn practical techniques, you can continue at home using posture, breath, and focused attention. Learn the foundations of mindfulness meditation through posture, breathing, and focused attention.
Thursday, September 3
Kokedama
Ancient Japanese Bonsai Art
Join us for a hands-on Kokedama workshop by Simple Morea Flora during Peacefully Planted! Each participant will craft a beautiful moss ball plant to take home. All materials are included in your kit, plus step-by-step care instructions.
Thursday, September 10
Moss Frame Wall Art
Create your own stylish, maintenance-free moss art while enjoying the serene beauty of Botanica!
Thursday, September 17
Myers Mushroom Wine Cap Inoculation Class
Discover the rewarding world of mushroom cultivation in this hands-on inoculation workshop led by Eric Myers of Myers Mushrooms. Whether you're an experienced gardener, homesteader, or simply curious about growing mushrooms at home, you'll learn the fundamentals of cultivating wine cap mushrooms in your own landscape.
Thursday, September 24
Botanica Book Club September Selection
Monarchs in the Mountains
Discover a deeper connection with nature through our book club, where each book offers a unique lens on botany, nature’s wonders, and our evolving place within this ecosystem. Join us at Botanica for enriching discussions that delve into both fiction and nonfiction works, carefully selected to highlight themes connected to the gardens. Your ticket includes access to the gardens, guided literary discussion, and, depending on the topic being explored, a guided mini-tour or memento.
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