Nature Photography with a Focus on the Garden
Local nature photographer and Master Naturalist Jim Easton will show and talk about his photos, many of which were taken at the Williamsburg Botanical Garden. Jim will share tips for creating a good image,...
Butterfly Trek – The Amazing Monarch Migration
Learn about Monarch butterflies and the life cycle of the 4 generations it takes to complete their 6,000-mile migration from Mexico to Canada and back to Mexico every year. VCE Master Gardener and WBG...
Hanging with the Bat Squad
There is something about October that makes us think of bats! Have you ever wondered WHY bats hang upside down? Or, how many species of bats live in our region? What do they do...
Everything is Connected
Learn about mindful gardening for environmental conservation. Brian Taber, the director of the Coastal Virginia Wildlife Observatory, will share insights into how garden spaces are important for the preservation of wildlife for a healthy...
The Sound of Cicadas
Cicadas are an icon in the insect world and are found in exotic rain forests, your own backyard and places in between. Join us via Zoom to learn about the Love-Life-Death cycle of these...
Enter the Butterfly Photo Contest
Photographers of ALL ages are invited to enter the WBG's Butterfly Photo Contest. Click here for the complete rules and entry forms. Entries must be received by 5 pm on August 31st.
2021 Virtual Butterfly Festival
Activities for the 2021 Virtual Butterfly Festival include: Butterfly Photo Contest Painted Lady Chrysalis Craft Kits (limited supply - registration required) Virtual Learning Sessions - via Live Stream on WBG's YouTube channel Coloring Pages...
Helping Monarchs with Milkweed and Making a Monarch Waystation
This YouTube Live Stream program is presented by the WBG 2021 Virtual Butterfly Festival. Learn about the Monarch butterfly's life cycle and migration and how to help protect these amazing butterflies by planting milkweed...
Butterfly 101: A Look at Virginia Butterflies and their Caterpillars
This YouTube Live Stream program is presented by the WBG 2021 Virtual Butterfly Festival. Karen and Steve McCurdy will share the marvels of Lepidoptera species we see in Virginia. Learn about the fascinating caterpillars...
Name That Butterfly! How to ID by Markings and Behaviors
This YouTube Live Stream program is presented by the WBG 2021 Virtual Butterfly Festival. What's the difference between an American Lady and a Painted Lady? Do you think every orange butterfly is a Monarch?...
Nature’s Notebook: Science of the Seasons
Phenology is the study of cyclic and seasonal natural phenomena, especially in relation to climate and plant and animal life. It is one of the simplest ways to track the impact of climate change...
10 Gardening Tips for More Birds in Your Yard
Bring more birds to your yard with plants that create a supportive habitat beyond the birdfeeder. Register for this free online program. Image courtesy of Jim Easton.
Plants with a Purpose 2022 – Honor Box Plant Sale
Plants with a Purpose Honor Box Plant Sale Every day from April 23 through May 31 - 7 am until Sunset Sign up for Honor Box Plant Sale updates by email!
Earth Day / Arbor Day Plant-a-Tree Celebration
The 2022 Arbor/Earth Day Plant-A-Tree ceremony will include two sister trees being planted in the newly accredited Williamsburg Botanical Garden and Freedom Park Arboretum. One American Chestnut will be planted in the Garden and another in the Free Black Settlement, unifying both...
Master Gardeners Plant Sale at the WBG
Shop a wide selection of plants grown by local Master Gardeners Annuals, perennials, vegetables, herbs, shrubs and more! More info...