Washington Park Botanical Garden

01/29/2025

Next weekend, February 8th and 9th, our exhibit hall will host the Prairie State Orchid Society plant sale and competition from 11-3p. Come judge some beautiful varieties of Orchids and possibly take a few home to try out yourself!

Here's the details:
Where: Washington Park Botanical Garden Exhibit Hall
Address: 1740 W. Fayette Ave, Springfield, IL 62704
When: Sat & Sun
Time: 11a-3p

01/27/2025

Happening this weekend, sign up now!

The Springfield Park District provides recreational programs, special events, parks, golf courses, a zoo, ice rinks, and various other facilities to serve individuals and families in the Springfield metro area.

12/20/2024

Going on tomorrow! Join us for this fun workshop making yummy goodies for wildlife!

12/06/2024

Starting this Saturday, December 7th at noon, our holiday show will be on display. Come immerse yourself in our themed floral show with the story its tells and the beautiful plants that are on display. Seek our hidden surprises amongst the scenery.

The show will be open every day from 12-4p(Mon-Fri) and 12-5p(Sat-Sun) until December 22nd.

This is a free event to enjoy from the Springfield Park District, we hope you join us in celebrating the season.

Here's the run-down:
When: December 6th- 22nd
Where: Washington Park Botanical Garden Exhibit Hall
Time: 12-4p weekdays, 12-5p weekends
Location: 1740 W. Fayette Ave Springfield, IL 62704

11/27/2024

❄Step into a world of enchantment at the Winter Holiday Floral Show! ❄
Immerse yourself in the beauty of over 500 radiant poinsettias, carefully nestled among lush fresh evergreens and vibrant tropical foliage.

This captivating event is free and perfect for all ages!

Takes place December 7th - December 22nd
Monday-Friday: 12-4pm
Saturday-Sunday: 12-5pm

Located at Washington Park Botanical Gardens, 1740 W Fayette Ave.

Discover a breathtaking display of holiday florals that will fill your heart with joy and wonder. It's an experience you won't want to miss!

For more information, please call 217-546-4116.
Let's celebrate the holiday season in style at the Winter Holiday Floral Show! 🌺❄️🌿

11/25/2024

🌟 Nature's Nibbles Workshop at the Washington Park Botanical Garden! 🌟
Get ready to craft, create, and make a little mess for our furry and feathered friends!

Kids ages 5-10 are invited to join us for Nature’s Nibbles Workshop on December 21st, from 10-11:30 AM. Together, we’ll create wildlife-friendly ornaments and edible crafts made from birdseed, spices, and fruits. It's a perfect way to add a touch of nature to your holiday season! 🐦🍎

Price is $35R/$40NR
Register at bit.ly/SPD_naturesnibbles
Activity #361126-01

Located at Washington Park Botanical Garden, 1740 W Fayette Ave, Springfield, IL.
For more information, contact Charli Swain at 217-546-4116 ext. 2906.

11/19/2024

On Saturday, December 21st we will be hosting a workshop, Nature Nibbles. It is a family friendly workshop where anyone can join in make some tasty treats to feed to wildlife and some good smelling scents to add to your home. Can't wait to see you there!

Here's the details:
Where: Washington Park Botanical Garden
When: December 21st
Time: 10-11:30am
Address: 1740 W. Fayette Ave Springfield, IL 62704

10/31/2024

The Prairie State Orchid Society is hosting a plant sale with a guest speaker in our Exhibit Hall. On Saturday, November 2nd there will be orchids for sale from 10a-2p. Then from 2-3p guest speaker, Dr. Lawrence Zettler will talk all about some rare orchids he has encountered in his studies around the world. Come grab a new plant and learn some interesting things about orchids you may not know yet.

Here's the details:
What: Prairie State Orchid Society Plant Sale and Guest Speaker
When: Sale: 10a-2p, Speaker: 2-3p
Where: Washington Park Botanical Garden Exhibit Hall
1740 W. Fayette Ave, Springfield, IL 62704

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10/29/2024

Join Charli for some fun hands-on activities to learn how seeds travel!

10/24/2024

If you have a few minutes please take a look at this cool survey. It takes less than five minutes. Thank you.

10/17/2024

Join Charli as she teaches about seeds and how they travel with hands on activities!

Calling all young nature explorers! 🌿

🌱 Get ready for an adventure in seed dispersal at the Washington Park Botanical Garden’s Seed Dispersal Workshop! 🌻

From seeds that fly through the air to those that hitch a ride, kids ages 6-11 will discover how plants get creative in spreading their seeds! 🌾 This hands-on workshop is perfect for curious minds who love a fun challenge.

Takes place November 2nd from 10 to 11am!

Price is $35R/$40NR
Register at bit.ly/SPD_Seed-Dispersal
Activity #361128

Located at Washington Park Botanical Garden, 1740 W Fayette Ave, Springfield, IL
For more information please Call Charli Swain at 217-546-4116 ext.2906.

10/08/2024

On October 26th the Garden will have hosts Tom Gephart and Kent Weil for a morning Orchid Repotting Workshop. From 10a-2p you can bring your orchids to repot for at a nominal cost while learning all about orchids so you can care for them and watch for pest and disease. This is an open house styled event so come and go as you please.

What: Orchid Repotting Workshop
When: October 26th
Time: 10a-2p
Where: Washington Park Botanical
1740 W. Fayette Ave Springfield, IL 62704

10/08/2024

Wanting to embrace the spooky season but don't want the scare, join us for our sensory friendly hour!

New this year: Sensory Hour. Friday, October 18, 2024 from 5:00-6:00pm. Advance tickets are required. Please call Connie at (217) 306-1838 or email her at [email protected] for tickets or more information.

10/07/2024

A special Thank You to everyone who participated in our Halloween Park Scavenger Hunt on Friday!

🎃 Thank You for Celebrating Halloween with Us! 🍁 We hope your Day was filled with spooky moments, laughter, and plenty of joy.

Thank you for being part of our park community. 🌟🍂

10/01/2024

The carve is just around the corner! Come carve a pumpkin with us and then come search for it the next weekend at Jack-o-Lantern Spectacular.

🎃 Get Ready to Carve for the Carillon! 🎃

Join us for two days of pumpkin-carving fun at the Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon! Help us prep for the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular by carving pumpkins that will light up the grounds of Washington Park Botanical Garden.

Takes place October 12 & 13 from 11am to 4pm*
*Both days while supplies last!
Located at the Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon, 1740 W Fayette Ave.

Bring your creativity and let's make this year's Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular shine brighter than ever! ✨

For more details, visit carillon-rees.org or call the Botanical Garden at 217-546-4116.

09/24/2024

Come have a spooky time with the park district!

Join us for a spooky adventure at the park!

We will have five different Halloween - Scavenger Hunts available at the following parks: Washington Park, Lincoln Park, Southwind Park, Stuart Park, and Kiwanis Park.

Get ready for a day filled with goblins, ghouls, and a dash of mystery. Our Halloween Park Scavenger Hunt is the perfect way to discover ghostly clues in the great outdoors!

Takes place October 4th from 9am to 5pm.

How it works:
- First join the Halloween Park Scavenger Hunt Event Page on the Springfield Park District page.
- Clue unveiling: You will receive your first clue that will set you on a spooky trail of adventure within the Halloween Park Scavenger Hunt Event Page for each park at 9 a.m. on October 4th.
- Explore the Park: Each Park’s Halloween Scavenger Hunt follows four clues scattered around the park to discover hidden treasures and chilling surprises.
- Teamwork: Work together with your partner or group to solve puzzles and conquer challenges.
- Final destination: Reach the final pumpkin in the park for a special Halloween surprise.
- Once you have reached the final fourth pumpkin, there will be instructions for a special chance to win exciting prizes!

What to Bring:
Comfortable shoes, a fully charged phone or camera, and your sense of adventure.

Don’t miss out on this unforgettable Halloween experience.
Let Skip’s pumpkins lead the way!

For more information please call the Springfield Park District at 217-544-1751.

09/16/2024

Calling all fall lovers! We have a fall-themed plant workshop this weekend! Come and create your own pot of succulents and air plants as we ring in the new season ahead!

This details:
Date: Saturday, September 21st
Time: 9-10:30am
Cost: $50 Residents/$55 Non-Resident
Place: Washington Park Botanical Garden
Address: 1740 W. Fayette Ave
Springfield, IL 62704

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