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Family Education
Butterfly Release
@ Guests of all ages will enjoy sharing in the magic of safely releasing live butterflies into the Purdy Butterfly House. This program begins with a brief presentation about butterflies and their habitat, followed by taking part in the safe restoration of our indoor butterfly population. Don’t forget your camera – these photo opportunities are […]
Gardening with Kids: Bug Hotels
@ Insects are an important part of any habitat. Come explore and learn about the lifecycles of insects. This program will look at insect parts and their functions with observations of insects in the garden. Attendees will create a bug hotel to take home. Registration includes one adult, one child, and supplies for one project. […]
Butterfly Release
@ Guests of all ages will enjoy sharing in the magic of safely releasing live butterflies into the Purdy Butterfly House. This program begins with a brief presentation about butterflies and their habitat, followed by taking part in the safe restoration of our indoor butterfly population. Don’t forget your camera – these photo opportunities are […]
Monarch Tag and Release
@ Each year, monarch butterflies take an incredible journey from Canada to Mexico as they seek warmer temperatures to roost over the winter months. These seemingly delicate creatures fly feverishly on pre-determined migration paths, making quick stops along the way. As part of their journey, monarchs migrate through Huntsville, Alabama, from September through mid-October. On […]
Migrating Monarchs | Family Field Trip
@ Join us as we explore the world of the Monarch butterfly. We will learn about their life cycle, migration patterns, and the importance of conservation efforts during our guided walk through the Garden. We will play games and have a puppet to help children of all ages better understand these important and endangered pollinators. […]
Monarch Tag and Release
@ Each year, monarch butterflies take an incredible journey from Canada to Mexico as they seek warmer temperatures to roost over the winter months. These seemingly delicate creatures fly feverishly on pre-determined migration paths, making quick stops along the way. As part of their journey, monarchs migrate through Huntsville, Alabama, from September through mid-October. On […]
2024 6th Annual Alabama Honey Festival
BeeZZZ! This year's theme is "Sustainable agriculture and honeybees" Join us for our 6th annual festival at Alabama A&M University WTARS at 372 Walker Lane, Hazelgreen, Alabama. This family friendly event is open to the community for FREE. Come and watch live demos and catch a tour of the facility. October 6, 2024 1 to […]
Web Weavers | Family Field Trip
@ Join us for an exciting family field trip exploring the fascinating world of spiders and their webs. Discover the diversity of spider species, their unique web-building techniques, and their crucial role in the ecosystem, all while enjoying a fun and educational experience for all ages. Come have fun with the whole family with Fall […]
National Fossil Day Events
Gigaparts, Inc. 6123 University Dr, Huntsville, United StatesJoin us for an exciting journey through time as we celebrate National Fossil Day! From hands-on activities for young explorers to in-depth presentations for seasoned enthusiasts, our event offers a treasure trove of prehistoric discoveries! 10AM-12PM - Hands on Activities for Kids Young explorers will have the chance to dig into the prehistoric past with a […]
Woodcarving Show and Competition
Family Atmosphere - Free Admission Shop for Unique Christmas Gifts! You’ll see handmade wood carvings, and other wood crafts. We’ll also have an on-site tool vendor. You’ll meet the artist, vote for your favorite booth and have an opportunity to win many different prizes. Sponsored by the North Alabama Woodcarvers Association. Where: Trinity United Methodist […]
Gardening with Kids: Herbs
@ Join us for a delightful family workshop where we explore the wonderful world of herbs and their culinary uses. Learn about various herbs that thrive in the autumn season and discover easy, family-friendly recipes to cook with them. This workshop promises to be a fun and tasty experience for all ages, offering practical tips […]
Gardening With Kids: Terrarium Style
Huntsville Botanical Garden 4747 Bob Wallace Ave SW, Huntsville, AL, United States@ Terrariums are a fascinating and fun way to bring gardening indoors! Join Garden staff as they teach you and your child the best construction methods, materials and care. This class will focus on the benefits of creating and caring for Terrariums. Help your child use their imagination to create a world of their own […]
Raptor Show
Amphitheater at Huntsville Botanical Garden 4747 Bob Wallace Ave, Huntsville, Alabama, United States@ Raptor Show Location Update Due to the forecasted storms and high winds, Raptor Shows on Thursday, March 13 will be held indoors in the beautiful Grand Hall. This ensures guests can still enjoy an up-close encounter with these incredible birds—rain or shine! Join us at Huntsville Botanical Garden on March 13 for an awe-inspiring […]
Raptor Show
Amphitheater at Huntsville Botanical Garden 4747 Bob Wallace Ave, Huntsville, Alabama, United States@ Raptor Show Location Update Due to the forecasted storms and high winds, Raptor Shows on Thursday, March 13 will be held indoors in the beautiful Grand Hall. This ensures guests can still enjoy an up-close encounter with these incredible birds—rain or shine! Join us at Huntsville Botanical Garden on March 13 for an awe-inspiring […]
Gardening with Kids: Turtle Topiary
Huntsville Botanical Garden 4747 Bob Wallace Ave SW, Huntsville, AL, United States@ About the Class Discover these gentle creatures we see in our ponds and their important role in nature. Enjoy hearing the story of Yertle the Turtle by the pond. Then spend time as a family crafting your own turtle topiary using a wire frame, moss, and plants. Please no more than 1 child per […]
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