Inkscapes
2024-07-30 10:00 - 2024-09-07 17:00 (America/Denver) | Wyoming
Enjoy a stroll through the Cheyenne Botanic Gardens art gallery and embark on an adventure with Printmaker Sarah Konrad. Enjoy the color contrast and fine detail of her art created from carving linoleum and wood blocks by inking the block and running each color through a printing press. During our business hours, these magnificent pieces will be displayed from July 30, 2024, through August 31, 2024. These pieces can be purchased through the Tilted Tulip Gift Shop in the Shane Smith Grand Conservatory.

Tangle Together Zentangle©
2024-08-17 13:00 - 14:00 | Wyoming
A class for you and your art-loving 3rd-6th grade student. We’ll use Zentangle Apprentice titles and learn the basics of the Zentangle method: border, string, 4 tangles, and shading. All supplies you need will be provided. 10 tickets are available, registration is for two people, one child and one adult. Pre-registration is required.

GROW A LITTLE EXTRA
2024-08-20 10:00 - 2024-11-01 17:00 | Cheyenne Botanic Gardens, 710 S. Lions Park Drive, Cheyenne, Wyoming, 82001, United States
Do you have extra vegetables from your garden or the farmer’s market? Peas don’t throw them out! Bring them to the Gardens Tuesday through Saturday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm and we will pass them to Cent$ible Nutrition Program and the Wyoming Hunger Initiative. These programs help feed our community!

This program runs until there are no vegetables to harvest from the crop. When you arrive please make your way to the office on the second floor and the staff will be happy to assist you.

Sugar Skull ZIA Zentangle© VOLUNTEERS ONLY
2024-08-31 10:30 - 13:00 | Wyoming
Join us in learning a bouquet of tangles and creating a colorful sugar skull piece of art. Everything you need will be provided but if you have a preferred way of adding color (markers, watercolor pencils, etc.) please bring them along. This class is limited to 16 participants and pre-registration is required.

Sugar Skull ZIA (Zentangle© Inspired Art!)
2024-09-07 10:30 - 13:00 | Wyoming
Join us in learning a bouquet of tangles and creating a colorful sugar skull piece of art. Everything you need will be provided but if you have a preferred way of adding color (markers, watercolor pencils, etc.) please bring them along. This class is open to 16 participants and is located in the second-floor classroom of the Shane Smith Grand Conservatory. Pre-registration is required.

Boots & Blooms
2024-09-14 13:00 - 14:00 | Wyoming
Join Aaron Sommers at the Paul Smith Children’s Village on September 14 at 1:00 P.M. and fill your boots with blooms. This class is $5.00 and is limited to 24 participants. Ceramic rainboots and flowers are provided. Bring your creative side and design your flower arrangement with flowers from the Children’s Village. This class is for all ages!

High Plains Arboretum: Unbarred Tour
2024-09-14 13:00 - 15:00 | 8601 Hildreth Road, 8601 Hildreth Road, Cheyenne, Wyoming, 82009
The tour will begin at 1:00 PM at the historic greenhouse and will visit other historic structures at the site, including the lath house and the superintendent’s house. The tour will be led by members of the Cheyenne Botanic Garden’s staff and Wyoming State Parks. Tickets are $15 per person for members of the Alliance for Historic Wyoming or the Cheyenne Botanic Gardens and $20 for non-members. Space is limited and registration is required. Please wear close-toed shoes, and be prepared to walk approximately half a mile.

Members Only La Calavera Catrina Opening Reception
2024-09-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Wyoming
Experience the rich history and iconography of La Catrina through colorful and joyful large-scale skeleton sculptures. Discover 8 eight-foot-tall sculptures created by Los Angeles-based artist Ricardo Soltero placed throughout the Shane Smith Conservatory and Paul Smith Children’s Village. This event is open to members and volunteers only. Memberships can be purchased at the door or by contacting Jill Lovato at jill@botanic.org.

Join us for an opening reception

Monday September 16, 2024.

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Exhibition is organized by Denver Botanic Gardens.

La Calavera Catrina Exhibition
2024-09-17 10:00 - 2024-11-16 17:00 | Cheyenne Botanic Gardens, 710 S. Lions Park Drive, Cheyenne, Wyoming, 82001, United States
Experience the rich history and iconography of La Catrina through colorful and joyful large-scale skeleton sculptures. Discover 8 eight-foot-tall sculptures created by Los Angeles-based artist Ricardo Soltero placed throughout the Shane Smith Conservatory and Paul Smith Children’s Village. The exhibition is on view from September 17, 2024, to November 16, 2024 Tuesday through Saturday 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Depicted as an elegant female skeleton, La Catrina was originally born out of Mexican social satire. In 1913, Mexican artist and illustrator José Guadalupe Posada created the very first version of La Catrina. She was intended as a parody, mocking the high-society European obsessions of Mexican president Porfirio Díaz, whose corruption led to the Mexican Revolution of 1911. La Catrina remains a light-hearted and well-loved part of Mexican culture. Visitors to this exhibition will explore popular La Catrina iconography including Frida Kahlo, Mexican actress Maria Felix, Mictēcacihuātl, the Aztec queen of the underworld, and more. Signage accompanying the sculptures explains the history and context of La Catrina iconography in both Spanish and English.

About the Artist: Born in Nayarit, Mexico, Ricardo Soltero is the set designer for the largest Día de los Muertos celebration in the United States, which takes place annually at the Hollywood Forever Cemetery in Los Angeles. Both a sculptor and a costume designer, Soltero’s projects include works and design for Semblanza Latinoamericana dance and music festival, Metropolitan Fashion Week, UNICEF’s annual gala and the Autry Museum in Los Angeles, CA.

Exhibition organized by Denver Botanic Gardens

Harvest Moon Stroll - SOLD OUT
2024-09-17 19:00 - 20:30 | Wyoming
Celebrate the harvest season at the Botanic Gardens in the light of the full harvest moon. Director Scott Aker will lead the group and highlight portions of the garden that take on a completely different character by the light of the moon. Portions of the stroll will be silent so you can enjoy the visual impact of the garden at night. After our stroll, we’ll adjourn to the conservatory to enjoy tropical foliage and some refreshments by moonlight.

The Harvest Moon Stroll is limited to 25 participants and pre-registration is required.

THERE ARE TWO DATES FOR THE STROLL:

Tuesday, September 17th.

Wednesday, September 18th.

High Plains Arboretum Fall Foliage Walk
2024-10-04 13:00 - 14:30 | Wyoming
Take in the beauty of fall foliage at one of the best local sites for leaf peeping – the High Plains Arboretum! Horticulturist and High Plains Arboretum author Jessica Friis and Director Scott Aker will lead a tour of the trees that exhibit the best fall foliage and explain the science behind the changes in color. This walk is $10.00 and pre-registration is required. Please meet at the parking area of the High Plains Arboretum, directions are below:

Directions from I-80

Exit at Roundtop Road, and turn north. Cross Happy Jack Road.

Enter at the flagstone entry (left side of the road) onto Hildreth Rd.

At the first fork, look for the “High Plains Arboretum” sign to the left and veer in that direction.

Park at the parking signs on the right. DO NOT block the road. The Arboretum is south of this road (to the left).

REGISTER

Día de los Muertos Hats w/Jessica Fernandez-Medina
2024-10-23 18:00 - 20:00 | Cheyenne Botanic Gardens, 710 S. Lions Park Drive, Cheyenne, Wyoming, 82001, United States
Come celebrate the meaning of Día de los Muertos with Jessica Fernandez-Medina as she walks you through creating a Día de los Muertos paper hat while teaching you about the customs and culture of Calavera Catrina.This is a family-friendly, free workshop. Open from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Gathering Rooms of the Cheyenne Botanic Gardens; supplies are provided.

Nicho Workshop
2024-10-29 18:00 - 20:30 | Cheyenne Botanic Gardens, 710 S. Lions Park Drive, Cheyenne, Wyoming, 82001, United States
Are you looking for a creative way to celebrate Día de los Muertos? Join Do Palma and the Cheyenne Botanic Garden as we help you create a personal nicho that represents a passed friend or family member. Materials are provided but we suggest bringing a photo of someone who has passed if you would like to display them in your nicho. A wallet-size photo is perfect.

Registration is $22.00 per person and pre-registration is required. This workshop is located in the Shane Smith Grand Conservatory on the second floor in the classroom.

42nd Annual Glass Art Show Applications
2024-11-01 10:00 - 2025-01-10 17:00 | Cheyenne Botanic Gardens, 710 S. Lions Park Dr., Cheyenne, Wyoming, 82001, United States
Attention all glass artists! The Cheyenne Botanic Gardens is thrilled to announce that applications are now open for the 42nd Annual Glass Art Celebrations. We invite artists working in all forms of glass art to participate in this spectacular event. Applications can be conveniently downloaded from our website and should be submitted via mail or email to the Gardens. Please note that all applications must be received by January 10th at 5 PM, as late submissions will not be accepted. Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your creativity and be part of a celebrated tradition in the artistic community.

Entry Form 2025Download

Día de los Muertos
2024-11-02 10:00 - 17:00 | Cheyenne Botanic Gardens, 710 S. Lions Park Drive, Cheyenne, Wyoming, 82001, United States
Celebrate those who have passed on and learn about the culture, traditions, and history of the Day of the Dead. You can find events across town throughout October and into the first week of November!

Día de los Muertos is a 2-day holiday that began in Mexico and is traditionally celebrated across Latin America and beyond. During these two days, it is believed that the passage between the real world and the spirit world opens, allowing deceased loved ones to come back and visit their living relatives. Traditions and customs vary in places, but the base beliefs remain the same.This holiday offers a unique and colorful perspective on death that turns a sad fact of life into something beautiful. In partnership with a committee of community members, the Cheyenne Botanic Gardens, Laramie County Public Library, Wyoming State Museum, and Cheyenne Depot Museum are hosting community celebrations to share the significance of this holiday and provide welcoming spaces for people to celebrate their culture. Everyone is welcome to enjoy these community celebrations and open their eyes to cultures and traditions they might have never known about.

October 22nd – November 2nd, 10 am-5 pm.The Celebration will include a beautiful flower and altar display, food, dancing, classes, and family fun.

Tuesday, October 22nd – Tour of the Ofrendas – add your loved one to the community Ofrenda or add a butterfly in memory of a loved one to the memorial wall.

Wednesday, October 23rd – Take a self-guided tour and add a butterfly in memory of a loved one to the memorial wall.FREE CLASS – Family Hat Making Class with Jessica Fernadez Medina 6 pm-7 pm – This class is free.

Thursday, October 24th – Take a self-guided tour and add a butterfly in memory of a loved one to the memorial wall.

Friday, October 25th – Take a self-guided tour and add a butterfly in memory of a loved one to the memorial wall.

Saturday, October 26th – Take a self-guided tour and add a butterfly in memory of a loved one to the memorial wall.FREE CLASS – Family Flower press sugar skull class. 1 pm in the classroom at the Cheyenne Botanic Gardens. Space is limited please register.

Tuesday, October 29th – Take a self-guided tour and add a butterfly in memory of a loved one to the memorial wall.NICHOS CLASS taught by Do Palma – Adults only. Purchase tickets on our website for this class. 6 pm-8 pm

Wednesday, October 30th – Take a self-guided tour and add a butterfly in memory of a loved one to the memorial wall.

Thursday, October 31st – Take a self-guided tour and add a butterfly in memory of a loved one to the memorial wall.

Friday, November 1st – Día de los Angelitos or All Saints’ Day.Storytime with CHISPA at the Children’s Village – 11 am

Saturday, November 2ndCheyenne Botanic Gardens 10 am-5 pm-Find all the beautiful La Calavera Catrina statues throughout the gardens.– Bring in items to add to the community ofrenda. Please only bring copies of photos as we are not responsible for misplaced originals.– Take in the beautiful flower display and learn about the history of the celebration.

Enjoy a performance by Como La Flor dance group at 10:30 am

Enjoy the performance by Las Angelitas Unidas y Los Rayos del Sol dance group at 2 pm

Get delicious treats and food from local food vendorsLa piña loca/ fruit desserts, and Queso’s Kitchen-Take-home kids activity kits will be given out.-Paint your terracotta pot in the classroom. While supplies last.-Make a Marigold art project in the Paul Smith Children’s Village 11 am-2 pm.

Community events will be taking place at all locations listed below.Wyoming State Museum Family Day, 9:30 am – 2 pmLaramie County Library Family Event, 10 am – 2 pm

Autumn Flower Press Workshop SOLD OUT
2024-11-06 18:00 - 19:30 | Cheyenne Botanic Gardens, 710 S. Lions Park Drive, Cheyenne, Wyoming, 82001, United States
Discover how to press flowers from the Cheyenne Botanic Gardens grounds into glass windows with Danika Lesniak, Horticulturist at the Cheyenne Botanic Gardens. The cost of this class is $20, and all supplies are provided. It is necessary to pre-register.

Lantern Walk
2024-11-08 16:00 - 17:00 | Cheyenne Botanic Gardens, 710 S. Lions Park Drive, Cheyenne, Wyoming, 82001, United States
St. Martin’s Day is a beloved children’s holiday in Germany with homemade lanterns, songs, and stories. Meet darkness with light to bring an end to the harvest season and join us to learn the traditions, make a lantern, and end with a short parade around the Children’s Village.

This is a fun-filled event for families. Pre-registration is required and the event is located in the Paul Smith Children’s Village on November 8th from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm.

Glass Fusing Ornaments
2024-11-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Cheyenne Botanic Gardens, 710 S. Lions Park Drive, Cheyenne, Wyoming, 82001, United States
Create your own glass ornaments/sun catchers using recycled glass that was selected for compatibility, texture, color, and shape. Rene Williams, Glass Artist, and business owner of 4th Street Studios will teach you techniques that will inspire you to get creative with your designs. Registration includes all supplies and tools to create 2 ornaments/sun catchers, professional firing for your pieces, instructions, and inspiration. Your registration also includes a $5.00 donation to support the Cheyenne Botanic Gardens mission.

Participants will create their pieces and Rene will fire the pieces in her studio kiln. The Cheyenne Botanic Gardens will contact participants to come pick up their pieces which will be ready in two weeks.

November 9th from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Poured Paint Ornament Workshop
2024-11-09 13:00 - 15:00 | Cheyenne Botanic Gardens, 710 S. Lions Park Drive, Cheyenne, Wyoming, 82001, United States
Create your own paint pour ornaments as gifts or jazz up your tree with these fun and organic pieces of artwork that you create! Rene Williams, artist and business owner of 4th Street Studios, has created a unique paint formula that encourages organic and beautiful movement with layers of paint. Art experience is not required, just enjoy the experience of creating! Rene will demonstrate techniques that will inspire you to get creative with your designs. Registration includes all supplies and tools to create 6 ornaments. Your registration includes a $5.00 donation to support the Cheyenne Botanic Gardens mission.

This class will be held in the Botanic Garden Classroom. Pre-registration is required.

Conservatory of Lights Members & Volunteers Only 2024
2024-12-03 17:00 - 19:00 | Cheyenne Botanic Gardens, 710 S. Lions Park Drive, Cheyenne, Wyoming, 82001, United States
The Conservatory of Lights offers a dazzling spectacle that transforms the holiday season into a magical experience. This exclusive event invites members and volunteers to immerse themselves in a mesmerizing display of Christmas lights, illuminating the space with vibrant colors and festive cheer. As you wander the conservatory, each twinkling light and intricately designed display tells a story, creating a wonderland that captivates the imagination. It’s a unique opportunity to enjoy the holiday spirit in a serene and beautiful setting, celebrating the dedication of those who support and volunteer for the conservatory. Join us for an unforgettable evening where the magic of Christmas comes alive, fostering a sense of community and joy among all attendees.

Conservatory of Lights 2024 - SOLD OUT
2024-12-04 17:00 - 19:30 | Cheyenne Botanic Gardens, 710 S. Lions Park Drive, Cheyenne, Wyoming, 82001, United States
Step into a tropical winter wonderland, where the enchanting fusion of warm breezes and festive cheer creates an unforgettable holiday experience. As you stroll through this magical realm, vibrant music and dazzling lights dance in harmony, infusing the air with joy. Embark on a whimsical scavenger hunt that will lead you through lush greenery and sparkling decorations, offering delightful surprises at every turn. After your adventure, indulge in a steaming cup of rich coffee or decadent hot cocoa, available for purchase in the cozy gift shop. To ensure a delightful experience for all, pre-registration is required, guaranteeing a serene and enjoyable atmosphere for every visitor. No outside food is allowed.

TIME SLOTS:

5:00 PM – 5:30 PM

5:30PM – 6:00 PM

6:00 PM – 6:30 PM

6:30 PM- 7:00 PM

7:00 PM – 7:30PM

This event is free but pre-registration is required.

Winter White Wine Glass Painting
2025-01-08 18:00 - 19:30 | Cheyenne Botanic Gardens, 710 South Lions Park Drive, Cheyenne, Wyoming, 82001
Create your own personalized wine glass featuring a winter wonderland while spending an evening indoors with loved ones! No prior expertise is required; you will be given a selected design to work with, which you can customize whatever you like, or you can create your own designs. The cost of registration is $25.00 per participant and includes all materials needed to paint two wine glasses. Situated in the Cheyenne Botanic Gardens’ Shane Smith Grand Conservatory classroom. It is necessary to pre-register. All sales are final and there are no refunds on programs.

Introduction to Zentangle©
2025-01-11 10:30 - 13:00 | Cheyenne Botanic Gardens, 710 S. Lions Park Drive, Cheyenne, Wyoming, 82001, United States
Are you trying to find a new method of meditation and relaxation? For you, we have the ideal answer. As you complete tiny artworks, join Donna Snesko in the peaceful and imaginative practice of Zentangle©! This course uses an eight-step approach, which you will learn, to create a simple and soothing art form. Everybody is an artist, and Zentangle is flawless. The class size is limited to 16 people, and all materials will be provided.

This session costs $25.00 and is held at the Shane Smith Grand Conservatory’s second-floor classroom at the Cheyenne Botanic Gardens. Pre-registration is required and all sales are final. No refunds.

Better Eating - Bento Workshop - SOLD OUT
2025-01-18 10:30 - 13:00 | Cheyenne Botanic Gardens, 710 S. Lions Park Drive, Cheyenne, Wyoming, 82001, United States
Looking for a way to change up what you bring to work for lunch? Why not take a cue from the Japanese tradition of bento? Forest Aker and Director Scott Aker will guide you as you create an interesting Japanese-style lunch. Each participant will get a reusable bento box and we’ll learn how to prepare delicious, fun, and interesting components to arrange in them. Learn about the importance of sushi-grade rice, how to bread and fry with panko, make sauces to your own taste, and create some cute vegetables with bento cutters—limited to 12 participants. All kitchen equipment and ingredients are provided. Fee: $40.

All Sales are final and refunds are not available.

Meet Zentangle's© Bijou
2025-02-01 10:30 - 12:30 | Cheyenne Botanic Gardens, 710 S. Lions Park Drive, Cheyenne, Wyoming, 82001, United States
Bijou is a clever little snail who has lots to teach about Zentangle Methods of drawing. His Bijou-isms are famous in the Zentangle World, and he wants to share them with you! Join us as we learn and practice patterns that will help us have fun on our Zentangle journey. This class is for tanglers of all levels. The materials you need will be provided and will be yours to take home. Registration is required and costs $25.00 per person.

Members, Volunteers, & Artists Glass Art Reception ONLY
2025-02-03 17:30 - 19:00 | Cheyenne Botanic Gardens, 710 S. Lions Park Drive, Cheyenne, Wyoming, 82001, United States
Welcome to the 42nd Annual Glass Art Celebration, artists, volunteers, and members. In addition to being a private viewing, this opening reception gives garden supporters a chance to see the Glass Art exhibit before the general public does. Volunteers, members and Artists only.

Picture provided by Janelle Rose Photography.

42nd Annual Glass Art Celebration 2025
2025-02-04 10:00 - 2025-03-29 17:00 | Cheyenne Botanic Gardens, 710 S. Lions Park Drive, Cheyenne, Wyoming, 82001, United States
The glorious glow of glass art warms the soul during the winter months. Join us in welcoming glass artists from all over the region to our 42nd Annual Glass Art Celebration.We will be displaying glass art in our 2nd floor Hallway space and many are for sale this year so make sure you visit before your favorite piece is sold! As always, the show is free so come and look as often as you like, and bring a friend!

Ribbons will be awarded for People’s Choice and Artist’s Choice. The People’s Choice and Artist’s Choice selection is based solely on the total number of votes each artwork receives. Official voting begins February 4, 2025, and will end at 5:00 p.m. on March 29, 2025. Winners will be announced via media outlets.

"Hands-On" Introduction to Stained Glass - SOLD OUT
2025-02-15 10:00 - 13:00 | Cheyenne Botanic Gardens, 710 S. Lions Park Drive, Cheyenne, Wyoming, 82001, United States
Artist Barb Christofferson of Glass Works Stained Glass Studio of Cheyenne will teach participants how to cut, grind, foil, and solder components of their suncatcher during this three-hour workshop. Band-aides are included, along with other tools, materials, and instructions. And you’ll depart with a finished suncatcher that YOU made! A Saturday in February can’t be spent any better. Ages 12 and up are eligible for this workshop, and registration is necessary in advance. All sales are final. No refunds.

PLEASE NOTE:

There are two classes for this workshop:

February 15th @ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

OR

February 15th @ 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Houseplant Frenzy 2025
2025-03-15 10:00 - 13:00 | Cheyenne Botanic Gardens, 710 S. Lions Park Drive, Cheyenne, Wyoming, 82001, United States
The Cheyenne Botanic Gardens is making room for our annual planting season. This means we are clearing out the greenhouse to make room for seedlings. You will be able to choose from select plants specially grown here at the Botanic Gardens. One plant for $7.00, Three plants for $18.00, or five plants for $25.00. This event is FIRST COME FIRST SERVED UNTIL PLANTS SELL OUT. Tickets can be purchased in the Gathering rooms on the day of the event only. Once you have purchased your ticket CBG staff will be available to help you select your plants. Please note this year we will not be offering the opportunity to pot your plants on site.

"Hands-On" Introduction to Stained Glass - SOLD OUT
2025-03-22 10:00 - 13:00 | Cheyenne Botanic Gardens, 710 S. Lions Park Drive, Cheyenne, Wyoming, 82001, United States
Artist Barb Christofferson of Glass Works Stained Glass Studio of Cheyenne will teach participants how to cut, grind, foil, and solder components of their suncatcher during this three-hour workshop. Band-aides are included, along with other tools, materials, and instructions. And you’ll depart with a finished suncatcher that YOU made! A Saturday in February can’t be spent any better. Ages 12 and up are eligible for this workshop, and registration is necessary in advance.

PLEASE NOTE:

There are two classes for this workshop:

March 22 @ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

OR

March 22 @ 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
