Adult Classes and Workshops

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Explore, discover, and enrich your life

Adult classes and workshops at Waterfront Botanical Gardens brings together our staff and local experts from across Louisville and Kentuckiana. Through Adult Education, we are excited to share knowledge and enthusiasm. Whether you’re trying a new hobby or digging deeper into plants and nature, we welcome lifelong learners and hope to provide ways to keep you learning no matter your age and ability.

QUESTIONS? GET IN TOUCH!

Aly Laughlin, Adult Education Coordinator
alaughlin@waterfrontgardens.org

 

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Horticulture and GardeningWe strive to educate, inspire, and enhance appreciation of the relationship between plant life and a healthy environment.

Adult classes and workshops often explore:

  • Horticulture and Gardening
  • Art and Design
  • Science and Environment
  • Health and Wellness
  • Nature Photography
  • City and Waterway History

    Waterfront Botanical Gardens is committed to offering high-quality, meaningful programming. As a nonprofit, each class must meet a minimum enrollment to proceed. We reserve the right to cancel or reschedule a program if minimum capacity is not met or due to unforeseen circumstances such as illness or severe weather. Registered participants will be notified promptly and offered a full refund or transfer option.

Upcoming Class/Workshop

Monthly Yoga at the Gardens

Event Date: October 7 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Location: Waterfront Botanical Gardens

Wednesday, October 7 · 5:30 to 7:00 pm Graeser Family Education Center $25 | $20 WBG members Join us for a gentle beginner-friendly yoga session to wind down at the end of your …

Louisville Native Seed Swap

Event Date: October 10 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Location: Waterfront Botanical Gardens

Saturday, October 10 · 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Graeser Family Education Center FREE Join us for a free native plant seed swap event! Everyone is welcome, whether you’re a seasoned seed …

Needle Felting Workshop: Goldfinch with Goldenrod

Event Date: October 14 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Location: Waterfront Botanical Gardens

Wednesday, October 14 · 6:00 to 8:00 pm Graeser Family Education Center $56 | $45 WBG members  Learn the basics of needle felting while creating this whimsical felted landscape of a goldfinch on …

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We also offer YOUTH AND FAMILY PROGRAMS!

Our adult offerings require advance registration and are open to both WBG members and the general public. Adult Education students must be at least 16 years of age. Students ages 16 – 17 must have an adult register and attend with them. Programs that involve alcohol tastings/beverages are 21+ only. Waterfront Botanical Gardens, Inc. does not discriminate based on actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age (over 40), disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.