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Bootanical Garden
September 15th - October 24th
WEDNEsDAYS-SUNDAYS 10:00AM-4:00PM 

Things are getting spooky at the Garden this fall! Join us Wednesday, September 15th through Sunday, October 24th to experience seasonal art placed throughout  the fall colors of the forest. Costumes encouraged!
​Free for Members and children 6 & under. $6 for Non-Members 7 & up. Tickets purchased upon arrival at the Garden.

bootanical drawing workshop
Available through october

Learn colored pencil techniques such as crosshatching, burnishing, blending and scumbling while drawing “monsters” in the woods from our BOOtanical exhibition. In this fall landscape workshop explore drawing scarecrows, werewolves, googly eyes on trees, monster plants, brooms or vampire bunnies set in fall nature backdrops. Pre-recorded asynchronous video demos will give you tips and tricks for self-guided drawing on location or working virtually from photos at home. Supply list available or purchase a pre-made materials kit from ABG. You can also rent an art kit from the Garden and use it to draw scenes around ABG!

Tales for tots: stories in the garden
Wednesday, October 20th // 10:30am-11:30am

Get ready to get outside and read and move in nature. Join us for an interactive story time as we read a story together and travel and move our bodies like the characters in this silly kids book, Silly Sally by Audrey Wood.  The story and program are geared for kids age 5 and younger. This program will take place outside, along our 1/2 mile paved loop. All children must be accompanied by an adult. $6 for Non-Members; Members and kids are free. Please mask up and stay at home if you are sick.

Fall Centerpiece Workshop for families
Monday, November 8th // 5:30pm-7:00pm

Let the ABG horticulture crew guide you and your family through creating a gorgeous, fall- inspired centerpiece using an assortment of dried and fresh materials collected in the Garden. This workshop is recommended for kids ages 8+.  All children must be accompanied by an adult. We'll have a fire going and we'll break out the s'mores and hot chocolate to keep you warm. All materials are included but feel free to bring other natural items to incorporate into your design.

Fall Wreath Workshop
Monday, November 15th // 5:30pm-7:30pm

Learn how to make your own seasonal and fall-inspired wreath using a recycled bike rim and fresh and dried material from the Garden. All materials are provided but feel free to bring natural items from your own backyard to include in your design. This workshop will take place entirely outside. Hot chocolate, cider and a warm fire will be provided to keep everyone cozy!

ABG Board Recruitment Announcement
Applications will be accepted until October 31st 2021

The Board is seeking members with a variety of skills, with a strong emphasis on candidates with accounting, fundraising, horticulture, human resources, construction, legal, and media expertise, as well as those connected to the gardening community, local foundations, cultural groups and organizations with an interest in gardens and gardening, and members of school communities. 

ABG Day Camps (both days all reserved)
Friday October 15th and 22nd // 8:30am-4:00pm

The Alaska Botanical Garden is hosting special day camps for ASD in-service days in October. Campers, ages 6-12, will enjoy a fun-filled day of hiking and exploring the Garden. Pre-registration is required. Click on one of the dates below for more information and to register.

Holiday Lights
Sunday, November 28th through January

Our evening light display returns! Join us for an exciting winter walk amongst the glowing Garden. While details and schedules are still being finalized, this year we hope to feature a kicksled trail, an expanded light display, ice luminarias, and firepits to help stay warm!

Check back soon for more details or join our mailing list for updates. Tickets must be purchased in advance starting the first week of November.

What's in bloom
A GUIDE TO WHAT'S IN BLOOM & SEASONAL COLOR

When summer hits, things change quickly throughout the Garden. Use this weekly guide as a reference in planning your visit.
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Photo by Lesly Derksen on Unsplash

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Anchorage is bear and moose country. Learn to be safe outdoors by making noise and staying aware.
The Alaska Botanical Garden is an independent nonprofit living museum. Our mission is to showcase the beauty and value of Alaska's gardens and natural areas through science, education, and recreation using organic and sustainable practices.

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