Upcoming Events

Visual Arts with Alex Gaujot: Watercolor

6:00 p.m.

Come and have fun and enjoy the therapeutic process of creating beautiful artwork with watercolors. Enjoy nature and the outdoors while painting. This is a beginner to intermediate art class for all levels and experiences.

$20 for WVBG Members, $30 for general admission. Pre-registration is required.

Evening Yoga in the Garden

6:00 p.m.

Join us in the garden for an all-levels vinyasa flow class incorporating the inspirations of the Garden surrounding us as we practice. This hour-long practice will teach breathing techniques to relax and build heat within our bodies, yoga postures to strengthen and lengthen our muscles, and a guided relaxation to help calm the mind, body, and spirit. Bring a yoga mat. All ages.

$12 for WVBG members, $15 for general admission.

Friday Family Walk & Craft

10:00 a.m.

Come learn about nature and enjoy the Botanic Garden with your little ones! Join a WVBG educator for a short story, walk, and a simple craft. Geared toward preschool-aged children but all are welcome.

Free for WVBG members, $15 for general admission. Pre-registration is required.

Morning Yoga in the Garden

8:30 a.m.

Join us in the garden for an all-levels vinyasa flow class incorporating the inspirations of the Garden surrounding us as we practice. This hour-long practice will teach breathing techniques to relax and build heat within our bodies, yoga postures to strengthen and lengthen our muscles, and a guided relaxation to help calm the mind, body, and spirit. Bring a yoga mat. All ages.

$12 for WVBG members, $15 for general admission.

Meditation, Community, & Support

10:00 a.m.

This event is designed to offer you a safe space to be your authentic self while co-creating a sense of belonging, ease, joy, and connection with your local community. Each session includes a warm-up, meditation or wellness-related guidance, a 20-minute meditation, and an open sharing circle led by meditation teacher Eric Bale. Content may include singing, movement, wellness talks, book excerpts, seated meditation, walking meditation, and more. No experience needed. Free.

Meet at the upstairs level of the Education Center, preregistration required.

Canceled – Best Friends Day: Symbiosis in Nature

2:00 p.m.

Bring your best friend to learn about best friends in nature. WVBG Environmental Educator Leah Swift will explore the fascinating relationships found in the natural world. $5 for WVBG Members, $15 for general admission. Pre-registration is required.

Evening Yoga in the Garden

6:00 p.m.

Join us in the garden for an all-levels vinyasa flow class incorporating the inspirations of the Garden surrounding us as we practice. This hour-long practice will teach breathing techniques to relax and build heat within our bodies, yoga postures to strengthen and lengthen our muscles, and a guided relaxation to help calm the mind, body, and spirit. Bring a yoga mat. All ages.

$12 for WVBG members, $15 for general admission.

Summer Concert Series: Chris Felton and Michelle Fincham

6:30 p.m.

Kick off the summer concert season with Chris Felton and Michelle Fincham, an engaging acoustic duo known for heartfelt folk stylings and thoughtfully selected cover songs. After an impressive performance at Café last summer, this pair returns with rich harmonies, warm instrumentation, and crowd-pleasing favorites that feel both familiar and fresh. It’s the perfect way to open the season with an evening of relaxed, feel-good music in the garden.

This event is proudly sponsored by Infinity Natural Resources. $5 for WVBG Members, $10 General Admission, Children 6 and under are free. Reserve your tickets today at wvbg.org. 

Morning Yoga in the Garden

8:30 a.m.

Join us in the garden for an all-levels vinyasa flow class incorporating the inspirations of the Garden surrounding us as we practice. This hour-long practice will teach breathing techniques to relax and build heat within our bodies, yoga postures to strengthen and lengthen our muscles, and a guided relaxation to help calm the mind, body, and spirit. Bring a yoga mat. All ages.

$12 for WVBG members, $15 for general admission.

Hike with a Naturalist

10:00 a.m.

Join WVBG educators for a guided hike through the beautiful Tibbs Run Preserve. On this leisurely hike through the woods, educators will share current happenings in the unique hemlock forest ecosystem and answer questions about the natural world. All ages.

Free for WVBG Members, $5 for General Admission. Preregistration is required. 

Young Birders Walk

10:00 a.m.

It’s never too early to become a birder! This walk will introduce children of all ages and their parents to the wonder and joy of birds and bird watching. Bring binoculars and a bird guide if you have them. This walk is offered in conjunction with the West Virginia Young Birders Club and will be led by Avian Conservation Center of Appalachia’s Director Katie Fallon. All ages.

Free. Pre-registration is required.

Meditation, Community, & Support

10:00 a.m.

This event is designed to offer you a safe space to be your authentic self while co-creating a sense of belonging, ease, joy, and connection with your local community. Each session includes a warm-up, meditation or wellness-related guidance, a 20-minute meditation, and an open sharing circle led by meditation teacher Eric Bale. Content may include singing, movement, wellness talks, book excerpts, seated meditation, walking meditation, and more. No experience needed. Free.

Meet at the upstairs level of the Education Center, preregistration required.

Evening Yoga in the Garden

6:00 p.m.

Join us in the garden for an all-levels vinyasa flow class incorporating the inspirations of the Garden surrounding us as we practice. This hour-long practice will teach breathing techniques to relax and build heat within our bodies, yoga postures to strengthen and lengthen our muscles, and a guided relaxation to help calm the mind, body, and spirit. Bring a yoga mat. All ages.

$12 for WVBG members, $15 for general admission.

Morning Yoga in the Garden

8:30 a.m.

Join us in the garden for an all-levels vinyasa flow class incorporating the inspirations of the Garden surrounding us as we practice. This hour-long practice will teach breathing techniques to relax and build heat within our bodies, yoga postures to strengthen and lengthen our muscles, and a guided relaxation to help calm the mind, body, and spirit. Bring a yoga mat. All ages.

$12 for WVBG members, $15 for general admission.

A Season of Good Taste: Burgers and Brews

6:00 p.m.

A summer staple returns. Burgers & Brews brings together flame-grilled burgers by Chef Mark Tasker of Table 9—a beloved returning chef—alongside local craft beer, live music, and a laid-back evening on the lawn. It’s a classic Garden gathering celebrating great food, great beer, and long summer nights.

Tickets: $65 per person, two drink tickets included; cash bar available.

Wild and Wonderful Symbols

10:00 a.m.

What better way to celebrate West Virginia Day than learning all about the state symbols! WVBG Environmental Educators will lead a walk to teach all about these plants and animals and share the stories of how they were chosen to represent our state.

$5 for WVBG Members, $15 for general admission. Pre-registration is required.

Meditation, Community, & Support

10:00 a.m.

This event is designed to offer you a safe space to be your authentic self while co-creating a sense of belonging, ease, joy, and connection with your local community. Each session includes a warm-up, meditation or wellness-related guidance, a 20-minute meditation, and an open sharing circle led by meditation teacher Eric Bale. Content may include singing, movement, wellness talks, book excerpts, seated meditation, walking meditation, and more. No experience needed. Free.

Meet at the upstairs level of the Education Center, preregistration required.

Drum Circle

4:00 p.m.

Drumming isn’t just a fun activity. Drumming is a link to healing for the body, soul and Earth. Join us to learn about the healing qualities of drumming and participate in a drum circle. No experience is needed. If you don’t have a drum, don’t worry. Drums and percussion instruments will be provided or you can make your own (search online for ideas). All ages welcome.

Free. Pre-registration is required.

Koji 101 Workshop

6:00 p.m.

Koji is a mold, traditionally grown on rice, that is responsible for the deliciousness of soy sauce, miso, sake, and much more. In this Koji 101 Workshop with Carla Beaudet we will learn: What is Koji? Why would I want to make it? How do I make it? Once I’ve made it, what can I do with it? We will make a batch of koji and see how simple it can be to improvise an incubation chamber. You will receive an instructional handout and a packet of koji spores so that you can try this at home.

$25 for WVBG Members, $35 for general admission. Pre-registration is required, closes on June 18th.

Evening Yoga in the Garden

6:00 p.m.

Join us in the garden for an all-levels vinyasa flow class incorporating the inspirations of the Garden surrounding us as we practice. This hour-long practice will teach breathing techniques to relax and build heat within our bodies, yoga postures to strengthen and lengthen our muscles, and a guided relaxation to help calm the mind, body, and spirit. Bring a yoga mat. All ages.

$12 for WVBG members, $15 for general admission.

Wake Robin

6:30 p.m.

Wake Robin is a newly formed folk trio featuring Hannah Standiford, Judy Swanson, and Annick Odom. Drawing from old-time traditions, the folk revival, early bluegrass, and original songwriting, the group weaves close harmonies with a distinctive Americana twist on Appalachian tunes. Their sound is rooted, timeless, and beautifully collaborative — a natural fit for an early summer evening at WVBG.

This event is proudly sponsored by Infinity Natural Resources. $5 for WVBG Members, $10 General Admission, Children 6 and under are free. Reserve your tickets today at wvbg.org.

Morning Yoga in the Garden

8:30 a.m.

Join us in the garden for an all-levels vinyasa flow class incorporating the inspirations of the Garden surrounding us as we practice. This hour-long practice will teach breathing techniques to relax and build heat within our bodies, yoga postures to strengthen and lengthen our muscles, and a guided relaxation to help calm the mind, body, and spirit. Bring a yoga mat. All ages.

$12 for WVBG members, $15 for general admission.

The Magic of Mud

2:00 p.m.

Join WVBG Educators at the Children’s Adventure Garden to celebrate International Mud Day! This unique holiday is the perfect time for families to play together, use creativity, and get a little dirty. Make awesome memories of playing outside together while making mud pies and other fun creations! All ages welcome. Free.

Meditation, Community, & Support

10:00 a.m.

This event is designed to offer you a safe space to be your authentic self while co-creating a sense of belonging, ease, joy, and connection with your local community. Each session includes a warm-up, meditation or wellness-related guidance, a 20-minute meditation, and an open sharing circle led by meditation teacher Eric Bale. Content may include singing, movement, wellness talks, book excerpts, seated meditation, walking meditation, and more. No experience needed. Free.

Meet at the upstairs level of the Education Center, preregistration required.

Evening Yoga in the Garden

6:00 p.m.

Join us in the garden for an all-levels vinyasa flow class incorporating the inspirations of the Garden surrounding us as we practice. This hour-long practice will teach breathing techniques to relax and build heat within our bodies, yoga postures to strengthen and lengthen our muscles, and a guided relaxation to help calm the mind, body, and spirit. Bring a yoga mat. All ages.

$12 for WVBG members, $15 for general admission.

Morning Yoga in the Garden

8:30 a.m.

Join us in the garden for an all-levels vinyasa flow class incorporating the inspirations of the Garden surrounding us as we practice. This hour-long practice will teach breathing techniques to relax and build heat within our bodies, yoga postures to strengthen and lengthen our muscles, and a guided relaxation to help calm the mind, body, and spirit. Bring a yoga mat. All ages.

$12 for WVBG members, $15 for general admission.

Friday Family Walk & Craft

10:00 a.m.

Come learn about nature and enjoy the Botanic Garden with your little ones! Join a WVBG educator for a short story, walk, and simple craft. Geared toward preschool-aged children but all are welcome.

Free for WVBG members, $15 for general admission. Pre-registration is required.

Moth Night

8:00 p.m.

Join local moth enthusiast Tucker Cooley for a presentation on moths and butterflies with a focus on prominent WV species. Then learn how to attract and collect these winged wonders, both day and night. Tucker will have a moth collection site set up so you can get an up close view of these beauties. You may wish to bring UV protected sunglasses to wear while viewing the moths under the mercury vapor bulb.

All ages. $5 for WVBG Members, $15 General Admission. Preregistration is required. 

Meditation, Community, & Support

10:00 a.m.

This event is designed to offer you a safe space to be your authentic self while co-creating a sense of belonging, ease, joy, and connection with your local community. Each session includes a warm-up, meditation or wellness-related guidance, a 20-minute meditation, and an open sharing circle led by meditation teacher Eric Bale. Content may include singing, movement, wellness talks, book excerpts, seated meditation, walking meditation, and more. No experience needed. Free.

Meet at the upstairs level of the Education Center, preregistration required.

Evening Yoga in the Garden

6:00 p.m.

Join us in the garden for an all-levels vinyasa flow class incorporating the inspirations of the Garden surrounding us as we practice. This hour-long practice will teach breathing techniques to relax and build heat within our bodies, yoga postures to strengthen and lengthen our muscles, and a guided relaxation to help calm the mind, body, and spirit. Bring a yoga mat. All ages.

$12 for WVBG members, $15 for general admission.

Jamie Lester

6:30 p.m.

Enjoy an evening of Americana and folk with solo artist Jamie Lester. Known for authentic songwriting and an easy stage presence, Jamie blends traditional roots influences with contemporary acoustic storytelling. Expect heartfelt lyrics, memorable melodies, and a relaxed performance style that invites listeners in.

This event is proudly sponsored by Infinity Natural Resources. $5 for WVBG Members, $10 General Admission, Children 6 and under are free. Reserve your tickets today at wvbg.org.

Morning Yoga in the Garden

8:30 a.m.

Join us in the garden for an all-levels vinyasa flow class incorporating the inspirations of the Garden surrounding us as we practice. This hour-long practice will teach breathing techniques to relax and build heat within our bodies, yoga postures to strengthen and lengthen our muscles, and a guided relaxation to help calm the mind, body, and spirit. Bring a yoga mat. All ages.

$12 for WVBG members, $15 for general admission.

Hike with a Naturalist

10:00 a.m.

Join WVBG educators for a guided hike through the beautiful Tibbs Run Preserve. On this leisurely hike through the woods, educators will share current happenings in the unique hemlock forest ecosystem and answer questions about the natural world. All ages.

Free for WVBG Members, $5 for General Admission. Preregistration is required.

The Beautiful World of Bats

8:30 p.m.

Ever wonder who our wonderful bat neighbors are? Join the WVBG and Friends of Deckers Creek to identify the bats flying overhead, feasting on thousands of insects every night! This program will explore why bats are so misunderstood, why they are so important, why they need our protection, and what makes them worth celebrating! We will go for a night hike with a few active bat detectors and our smart phones to identify bat species flying overhead. Come out July 17, and see the forest and the WVBG in a way few people do. Open to all ages. Dress for the weather and bring a flashlight or headlamp, preferably one with a red lens. Remember we will walk while it’s dark with minimal overhead lights. Sturdy shoes or boots are recommended.

$5 for WVBG Members, $15 General Admission. Preregistration is required.

Meditation, Community, & Support

10:00 a.m.

This event is designed to offer you a safe space to be your authentic self while co-creating a sense of belonging, ease, joy, and connection with your local community. Each session includes a warm-up, meditation or wellness-related guidance, a 20-minute meditation, and an open sharing circle led by meditation teacher Eric Bale. Content may include singing, movement, wellness talks, book excerpts, seated meditation, walking meditation, and more. No experience needed. Free.

Meet at the upstairs level of the Education Center, preregistration required.

Nature Journaling Club

12:00 p.m.

Join the nature journaling community to build stronger connections with nature by developing observational skills, recording observations, and asking deeper questions. Each session includes a hands-on technique demo followed by time for nature journaling around the Garden. If you’d like to become more deeply engaged with nature along with others who are passionate about our natural world, please join us.

Free. Preregistration is required.

Drum Circle

4:00 p.m.

Drumming isn’t just a fun activity. Drumming is a link to healing for the body, soul and Earth. Join us to learn about the healing qualities of drumming and participate in a drum circle. No experience is needed. If you don’t have a drum, don’t worry. Drums and percussion instruments will be provided or you can make your own (search online for ideas). All ages welcome.

Free. Pre-registration is required.

Evening Yoga in the Garden

6:00 p.m.

Join us in the garden for an all-levels vinyasa flow class incorporating the inspirations of the Garden surrounding us as we practice. This hour-long practice will teach breathing techniques to relax and build heat within our bodies, yoga postures to strengthen and lengthen our muscles, and a guided relaxation to help calm the mind, body, and spirit. Bring a yoga mat. All ages.

$12 for WVBG members, $15 for general admission.

Morning Yoga in the Garden

8:30 a.m.

Join us in the garden for an all-levels vinyasa flow class incorporating the inspirations of the Garden surrounding us as we practice. This hour-long practice will teach breathing techniques to relax and build heat within our bodies, yoga postures to strengthen and lengthen our muscles, and a guided relaxation to help calm the mind, body, and spirit. Bring a yoga mat. All ages.

$12 for WVBG members, $15 for general admission.

Signs of the Wild: Tracking WV Wildlife

2:00 p.m.

Summer is a busy season for our wildlife here at the WVBG! That makes it the perfect time to practice learning to be a wildlife detective. Join WVBG educators to learn some of the basics of tracking WV wildlife to help us discover the stories that unfold when humans aren’t looking. All ages welcome.

$5 for WVBG Members, $15 for General Admission. Preregistration is required.

Meditation, Community, & Support

10:00 a.m.

This event is designed to offer you a safe space to be your authentic self while co-creating a sense of belonging, ease, joy, and connection with your local community. Each session includes a warm-up, meditation or wellness-related guidance, a 20-minute meditation, and an open sharing circle led by meditation teacher Eric Bale. Content may include singing, movement, wellness talks, book excerpts, seated meditation, walking meditation, and more. No experience needed. Free.

Meet at the upstairs level of the Education Center, preregistration required.

Evening Yoga in the Garden

6:00 p.m.

Join us in the garden for an all-levels vinyasa flow class incorporating the inspirations of the Garden surrounding us as we practice. This hour-long practice will teach breathing techniques to relax and build heat within our bodies, yoga postures to strengthen and lengthen our muscles, and a guided relaxation to help calm the mind, body, and spirit. Bring a yoga mat. All ages.

$12 for WVBG members, $15 for general admission.

The Art of the White Line: Printmaking

6:00 p.m.

Join staff from the Art Museum of West Virginia University in a hands-on art making workshop where you will learn about the techniques and methods used by Blanche Lazzell. Lazzell is featured in the Botanic Garden’s installation “Mountain Modern: The Art of Blanche Lazzell”  as well as the Art Museum’s exhibition, Blanche Lazzell: Becoming an American Modernist, which opens to the public on August 21, 2026. Lazzell was renowned for making woodcut prints with a distinctive white line. This workshop will offer a modified approach using linoleum and foam rather than wood to introduce beginners to this innovative technique.

Suitable for ages 4+. $20 for WVBG Members, $30 for General Admission.

Morning Yoga in the Garden

8:30 a.m.

Join us in the garden for an all-levels vinyasa flow class incorporating the inspirations of the Garden surrounding us as we practice. This hour-long practice will teach breathing techniques to relax and build heat within our bodies, yoga postures to strengthen and lengthen our muscles, and a guided relaxation to help calm the mind, body, and spirit. Bring a yoga mat. All ages.

$12 for WVBG members, $15 for general admission.

Terrific Turtles

10:00 a.m.

Join herpetologist and doctoral student Sara Spaid to investigate the turtle species residing in the Tibbs Run Reservoir. Participants will have the opportunity to observe wild turtles captured in turtle traps and an educational ambassador turtle. This talk will be hands-on and appropriate for all age groups, including children.

$5 for WVBG Members, $15 General admission.

Meditation, Community, & Support

10:00 a.m.

This event is designed to offer you a safe space to be your authentic self while co-creating a sense of belonging, ease, joy, and connection with your local community. Each session includes a warm-up, meditation or wellness-related guidance, a 20-minute meditation, and an open sharing circle led by meditation teacher Eric Bale. Content may include singing, movement, wellness talks, book excerpts, seated meditation, walking meditation, and more. No experience needed. Free.

Meet at the upstairs level of the Education Center, preregistration required.

Evening Yoga in the Garden

6:00 p.m.

Join us in the garden for an all-levels vinyasa flow class incorporating the inspirations of the Garden surrounding us as we practice. This hour-long practice will teach breathing techniques to relax and build heat within our bodies, yoga postures to strengthen and lengthen our muscles, and a guided relaxation to help calm the mind, body, and spirit. Bring a yoga mat. All ages.

$12 for WVBG members, $15 for general admission.

The Flowers of Blanche Lazzell

6:00 p.m.

Staff from the Art Museum of West Virginia University will join the team to present an interdisciplinary walking tour of  “Mountain Modern: The Art of Blanche Lazzell”. Attendees will get background and perspective on Lazzell’s artistic approach from museum staff while also learning about the many plants and flowers that inspired her from WVBG staff.

$5 for WVBG Members, $15 General Admission.

Doug Spears

6:30 p.m.

With sand in his blood and orange blossom honey in his soul, Doug Spears is a masterful storyteller whose Americana/folk sound recalls the warmth of Gordon Lightfoot, John Denver, and James Taylor. A fifth-generation Floridian, Doug began playing guitar at age 12 and has spent more than 30 years sharing songs rooted in memory, family, and the Florida landscape.

His internationally released album Welcome Home reached #3 on the International Folk DJ Radio Charts and earned Grammy ballot recognition. Doug’s live performances blend story and song into an engaging, intimate experience filled with eloquent harmonies and seasoned musicianship.

This event is proudly sponsored by Infinity Natural Resources. $5 for WVBG Members, $10 General Admission, Children 6 and under are free. Reserve your tickets today at wvbg.org.

Morning Yoga in the Garden

8:30 a.m.

Join us in the garden for an all-levels vinyasa flow class incorporating the inspirations of the Garden surrounding us as we practice. This hour-long practice will teach breathing techniques to relax and build heat within our bodies, yoga postures to strengthen and lengthen our muscles, and a guided relaxation to help calm the mind, body, and spirit. Bring a yoga mat. All ages.

$12 for WVBG members, $15 for general admission.

Friday Family Walk & Craft

10:00 a.m.

Come learn about nature and enjoy the Botanic Garden with your little ones! Join a WVBG educator for a short story, walk, and simple craft. Geared toward preschool-aged children but all are welcome.

Free for WVBG members, $15 for general admission. Pre-registration is required.

Bees, Blossoms, Blooms, & Butterflies

10:00 a.m.

Join David Davis, Ph.D., Entomologist, and author of “What’s Blooming at the WVBG” to learn about the many ways the WVBG supports insect pollinators. David will cover many of the insect-plant relationships in the region, discuss ways to garden to support pollinator diversity and abundance, and lead a walk through the Botanic Garden to highlight the plants that support pollinators and other insects. Come with your questions and cameras, but no nets!

All ages welcome. $5 for WVBG Members, $15 General Admission. Preregistration is required.

Young Birders

10:00 a.m.

It’s never too early to become a birder! This walk will introduce children of all ages and their parents to the wonder and joy of birds and bird watching. Bring binoculars and a bird guide if you have them. This walk is offered in conjunction with the West Virginia Young Birders Club and will be led by Avian Conservation Center of Appalachia’s Director Katie Fallon.

All ages. Free. Preregistration is required.

Meditation, Community, & Support

10:00 a.m.

This event is designed to offer you a safe space to be your authentic self while co-creating a sense of belonging, ease, joy, and connection with your local community. Each session includes a warm-up, meditation or wellness-related guidance, a 20-minute meditation, and an open sharing circle led by meditation teacher Eric Bale. Content may include singing, movement, wellness talks, book excerpts, seated meditation, walking meditation, and more. No experience needed. Free.

Meet at the upstairs level of the Education Center, preregistration required.

Drum Circle

4:00 p.m.

Drumming isn’t just a fun activity. Drumming is a link to healing for the body, soul and Earth. Join us to learn about the healing qualities of drumming and participate in a drum circle. No experience is needed. If you don’t have a drum, don’t worry. Drums and percussion instruments will be provided or you can make your own (search online for ideas). All ages welcome.

Free. Pre-registration is required.

Blanche Lazzell and Cubism: How We Started Looking at the Painting and Not Through It

6:00 p.m.

Since the early 15th century, Western painting was bound to a tradition of projecting an illusion of space behind the picture plane (the actual surface of the painting). This concept of the picture plane as window allowed us to look through the painting to a seemingly 3-D world. During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, artists began to challenge this idea which led, through Cubism, to the assertion of the 2-D pictorial surface of the painting. This complex transformation, as it is related to Blanche Lazzell’s art, will be explored in this presentation by Bernie Schultz.

$5 for WVBG Members, $15 General Admission.

Evening Yoga in the Garden

6:00 p.m.

Join us in the garden for an all-levels vinyasa flow class incorporating the inspirations of the Garden surrounding us as we practice. This hour-long practice will teach breathing techniques to relax and build heat within our bodies, yoga postures to strengthen and lengthen our muscles, and a guided relaxation to help calm the mind, body, and spirit. Bring a yoga mat. All ages.

$12 for WVBG members, $15 for general admission.

Hike with a Naturalist

10:00 a.m.

Join WVBG educators for a guided hike through the beautiful Tibbs Run Preserve. On this leisurely hike through the woods, educators will share current happenings in the unique hemlock forest ecosystem and answer questions about the natural world. All ages.

Free for WVBG Members, $5 for General Admission. Preregistration is required.

Morning Yoga in the Garden

8:30 a.m.

Join us in the garden for an all-levels vinyasa flow class incorporating the inspirations of the Garden surrounding us as we practice. This hour-long practice will teach breathing techniques to relax and build heat within our bodies, yoga postures to strengthen and lengthen our muscles, and a guided relaxation to help calm the mind, body, and spirit. Bring a yoga mat. All ages.

$12 for WVBG members, $15 for general admission.

Meditation, Community, & Support

10:00 a.m.

This event is designed to offer you a safe space to be your authentic self while co-creating a sense of belonging, ease, joy, and connection with your local community. Each session includes a warm-up, meditation or wellness-related guidance, a 20-minute meditation, and an open sharing circle led by meditation teacher Eric Bale. Content may include singing, movement, wellness talks, book excerpts, seated meditation, walking meditation, and more. No experience needed. Free.

Meet at the upstairs level of the Education Center, preregistration required.

Nature Journaling Club

12:00 p.m.

Join the nature journaling community to build stronger connections with nature by developing observational skills, recording observations, and asking deeper questions. Each session includes a hands-on technique demo followed by time for nature journaling around the Garden. If you’d like to become more deeply engaged with nature along with others who are passionate about our natural world, please join us.

Free. Preregistration is required.

Blanche Lazzell: From Morgantown to Montparnasse and Back Again

6:00 p.m.

When Blanche Lazzell sailed for Paris in July 1912, she entered an artistic environment far removed from her home in Morgantown. Settling into the exhilarating environment of Montparnasse, she quickly enrolled in several art academies, attended lectures at the Louvre, and sought out all the art galleries and exhibitions that would introduce her to the new avant-garde style in art. This revolution in style strongly influenced her and was further solidified when she returned to Paris in 1923-24 for additional study. As Lazzell stated when she began her studies at the Academie Moderne in January 1913, “I feel that I am at last in my element.”

$5 for WVBG Members, $15 General Admission.

Evening Yoga in the Garden

6:00 p.m.

Join us in the garden for an all-levels vinyasa flow class incorporating the inspirations of the Garden surrounding us as we practice. This hour-long practice will teach breathing techniques to relax and build heat within our bodies, yoga postures to strengthen and lengthen our muscles, and a guided relaxation to help calm the mind, body, and spirit. Bring a yoga mat. All ages.

$12 for WVBG members, $15 for general admission.

Morning Yoga in the Garden

8:30 a.m.

Join us in the garden for an all-levels vinyasa flow class incorporating the inspirations of the Garden surrounding us as we practice. This hour-long practice will teach breathing techniques to relax and build heat within our bodies, yoga postures to strengthen and lengthen our muscles, and a guided relaxation to help calm the mind, body, and spirit. Bring a yoga mat. All ages.

$12 for WVBG members, $15 for general admission.

A Fête Amongst the Flowers

4:30 p.m.

Support the West Virginia Botanic Garden at our 15th Annual Garden Party Fundraiser — an enchanting evening at the Terrace featuring live music, live and silent auctions, delightful refreshments, and inspired celebration among the blooms. Proceeds benefit the Garden’s mission and programs.

Registration coming soon.

Meditation, Community, & Support

10:00 a.m.

This event is designed to offer you a safe space to be your authentic self while co-creating a sense of belonging, ease, joy, and connection with your local community. Each session includes a warm-up, meditation or wellness-related guidance, a 20-minute meditation, and an open sharing circle led by meditation teacher Eric Bale. Content may include singing, movement, wellness talks, book excerpts, seated meditation, walking meditation, and more. No experience needed. Free.

Meet at the upstairs level of the Education Center, preregistration required.

Evening Yoga in the Garden

6:00 p.m.

Join us in the garden for an all-levels vinyasa flow class incorporating the inspirations of the Garden surrounding us as we practice. This hour-long practice will teach breathing techniques to relax and build heat within our bodies, yoga postures to strengthen and lengthen our muscles, and a guided relaxation to help calm the mind, body, and spirit. Bring a yoga mat. All ages.

$12 for WVBG members, $15 for general admission.

Summer Night Symphony: Nature After Dark

8:00 p.m.

Enjoy the sounds of a summer night! Join WVBG educators to learn about the animals and insects heard on a warm summer evening. Please bring a flashlight. All ages.

$5 for WVBG Members, $15 General Admission. Preregistration is required.

Morning Yoga in the Garden

8:30 a.m.

Join us in the garden for an all-levels vinyasa flow class incorporating the inspirations of the Garden surrounding us as we practice. This hour-long practice will teach breathing techniques to relax and build heat within our bodies, yoga postures to strengthen and lengthen our muscles, and a guided relaxation to help calm the mind, body, and spirit. Bring a yoga mat. All ages.

$12 for WVBG members, $15 for general admission.

CSI: Creek and Stream Investigation

10:00 a.m.

Join WVBG Educators to discover the secrets of Tibbs Run! Through hands-on exploration, we’ll learn more about aquatic ecosystems, water quality, and conservation. Please wear or bring clothing and shoes appropriate for wading in the creek.

$5 for WVBG Members, $15 General Admission. Preregistration is required.

Meditation, Community, & Support

10:00 a.m.

This event is designed to offer you a safe space to be your authentic self while co-creating a sense of belonging, ease, joy, and connection with your local community. Each session includes a warm-up, meditation or wellness-related guidance, a 20-minute meditation, and an open sharing circle led by meditation teacher Eric Bale. Content may include singing, movement, wellness talks, book excerpts, seated meditation, walking meditation, and more. No experience needed. Free.

Meet at the upstairs level of the Education Center, preregistration required.