Starting and Maintaining a Herb Garden
Freedom Park Interpretive Center 5537 Centerville Road, Williamsburg, VA, United StatesStarting and Maintaining a Herb Garden: What the Colonists Did and What You Can Do Join Wilma Sharp and her Herb Society of America Team as they tell you about re-creating a 17th century...
Native Orchids in Virginia
Freedom Park Interpretive Center 5537 Centerville Road, Williamsburg, VA, United StatesThe word "orchid" usually conjures visions of exotic blossoms in tropical climates, but there are many orchid species that are native to Virginia and our Hampton Roads area. Join us as we welcome back...
Give Local 757!
Give Local 57!April 23rd is a day of giving all over the Virginia Peninsula! Add to the spirit of generosity with a donation to your favorite nonprofit - which, of course, we hope is the Garden!...
Plants with a Purpose 2024 – Honor Box Plant Sale
Williamsburg Botanical Garden 5535 Centerville Road, Williamsburg, VA, United StatesPlants with a Purpose 2024 Honor Box Plant Sale Every day* from April 27 through Memorial Day – 7 am until Sunset The 2024 Honor Box Plant Sale opens Saturday, April 27nd and runs...
4th Annual Arbor Day Plant-A-Tree Ceremony
Williamsburg Botanical Garden 5535 Centerville Road, Williamsburg, VA, United StatesThe fourth annual Arbor Day Plant-A-Tree Ceremony will be on Saturday, April 27, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. at the Williamsburg Botanical Garden and Freedom Park Arboretum. The event marks the opening of the WBG-FPA’s annual...
Garden is Closed Today for Setup
The Garden is closed all day Friday, May 10th to prepare for the Master Gardeners Annual Plant Sale. The Garden reopens at 9 am Saturday for the sale which runs through noon. All other...
Master Gardeners 2024 Plant Sale
Williamsburg Botanical Garden 5535 Centerville Road, Williamsburg, VA, United StatesThe Garden is pleased to welcome the Master Gardeners as they hold their annual plant sale in our friendly confines. Saturday, May 11 from 9 am to 12 Noon - Rain or Shine! Featuring...
Honor Box 2024 Plant Sale Reopens
Williamsburg Botanical Garden 5535 Centerville Road, Williamsburg, VA, United StatesPlants with a Purpose 2024 Honor Box Plant Sale May 12 through Memorial Day – 7 am until Sunset The 2024 Honor Box Plant Sale reopens Sunday, May 12th and runs until May 27...
Plan NOW for Flowering Bulbs in Late Winter/Early Spring
Freedom Park Interpretive Center 5537 Centerville Road, Williamsburg, VA, United StatesMay is a great time to plan a new bulb garden, or to consider adding exciting new bulbs to your existing landscape. VCE Master Gardener Mitzi Balma shares her best tips for next year's...
Juneteenth Freedom Fest
Freedom Park 5537 Centerville Road, Williamsburg, VA, United StatesJuneteenth Freedom Fest • All Ages • FREE • Saturday, June 15, 1-5 p.m. Freedom Park: Join the NAACP and James City County at America’s First Free Black Settlement in honor of Juneteenth! Enjoy...
Nature Photography with a Focus on the Garden
Freedom Park Interpretive Center 5537 Centerville Road, Williamsburg, VA, United StatesLocal nature photographer Jim Easton will cover aspects of creating a good photograph, including light, location, equipment and several of the important design elements of composition. His presentation includes stunning images, many of which...
Native Three-B Harvest: Butterflies, Bees and Bouquets
Join us as the Garden welcomes Peggy Krapf of Heart's Ease Landscape and Garden Design back to our Learn and Grow programming. Peggy's program will focus on the best native plants for your landscape...
Funday Sunday in the Garden: The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Williamsburg Botanical Garden 5535 Centerville Road, Williamsburg, VA, United StatesDo you have a kiddo who likes to learn new things? Have you wanted someone to guide you and your kiddo around the Garden? Well, SUNDAY, August 18th is your FUNDAY at the Williamsburg...
Unveiling the Serenity: Yoga Amidst Natural Splendor
Williamsburg Botanical Garden 5535 Centerville Road, Williamsburg, VA, United StatesThere's a place where tranquility merges with nature's artistry, where the gentle rustling of leaves accompanies each breath, and the sun's rays dance through lush canopies. Welcome to the ethereal setting of the Williamsburg...
Soil: It’s More Than Just Dirt
Freedom Park Interpretive Center 5537 Centerville Road, Williamsburg, VA, United StatesSoil is dynamic and not all soil is created equal! Learn how to foster healthy soil for successful gardening and ecosystem balance. Healthy garden soil is crucial for the success of plant growth and...