The Cheyenne Botanic Gardens and Paul Smith Children’s Village are open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm. We will be closed the week of Thanksgiving (November 23-28) to decorate for our Conservatory of Lights display. We will reopen on Saturday November 29 at 10 AM. The periscope is unavailable until further notice.
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 … Continued
Learn which fruit varieties are recommended for Cheyenne based on decades of research conducted at the Cheyenne Horticultural Field Station (now the High Plains Arboretum) from 1930-1974. Horticulturist Jessica Friis … Continued
Trees and shrubs need thoughtful pruning to develop good branch structures and keep them healthy. Join Horticulture Supervisor Isaiah Smith & Eric Roadifer, Interior Operations Coordinator, in this hands-on pruning … Continued
Make a lovely collection of Zentangle Easter Eggs to complement your spring décor! They will endure year after year, so don't worry. All skill levels are welcome, and no prior … Continued
In their intriguing collaboration, "What Lies Beneath," Tara Pappas and Nancy Marlatt delve into the hidden depths of art and storytelling. Pappas and Marlatt, known for their vibrant and imaginative … Continued
Take a casual tour of the grounds with Director Scott Aker. We'll discover interesting plant facts while taking in the first blooms of early spring. At precisely 10:00 AM, we will gather in front of the Shane Smith Grand Conservatory. It is necessary to pre-register. The price is $10.00 and there are no refunds available.
Come paint and decorate a 3” terra cotta ring tray with ocean ephemera and UV-activated Resin. We will use UV resin, masks, non-latex gloves, and acrylic paints. The actual ocean ephemera will differ from the photo. Please do not attend if you have allergies to these materials. This workshop is best suited for teens and … Continued
Join us as we learn to draw botanical tangles and use them to create our very own garden-inspired canvas pencil case! This class is for all levels of tangler's-beginner and advanced students alike will enjoy the process. All materials will be provided and are yours to keep. Class size is limited so we hope you'll … Continued
Celebrate the coming of spring with Holi, also known as the Festival of Colors! Come learn about Holi through stories, dancing, and of course, colors!The event is free and open to the public.THIS EVENT STARTS PROMPTLY AT 1:00PM at the Paul Smith Children’s Village. Please NO DOGS in the Children’s Village during this event.In the … Continued
Inspired by Tara Pappas’ “Rooted” bear paintings, workshop participants will use mixed media painting and collage techniques to create their own “Rooted” paintings, inspired by their favorite season. This workshop is open to children and adults. This workshop is $25.00 and pre-registration is required. No refunds or exchanges.
Celebrate World Turtle Day with us as we create a unique and fun piece of Zentangle© Inspired Art. You will need to bring a few coins to class a quarter, nickel, and dime. All other materials will be provided for your use. No Zentangle experience is necessary. You'll learn a variety of tangle patterns and … Continued
During my artist residency with the Cheyenne Botanic Gardens, I created a series of paintings celebrating the vital role of pollinators. From insects to mammals and their role in sustaining … Continued
