ADULT PROGRAMS
The Wildflower Center offers abundant opportunities to learn about Texas native plants, gardening, nature art, photography, writing and more — including our very popular Native Plant Gardening Series.
Classes generally happen during spring and fall, with other programs occurring throughout the year.
November 2018
Series: Watercolor — Basics and Beyond
This six-session course is presented in partnership with the Contemporary Austin Art School. All levels welcome. Lessons will include wet-into-wet washes, wet-on-dry washes, color theory, composition, and ways to create glowing color like those you see in our gardens and natural areas!
Find out more »Guided Garden Tour
Tour our gardens and trails with a knowledgeable volunteer docent and learn about native plants and the history and architecture of the Center. Each of our docents bring their own special knowledge and interests to the tour, and sites change throughout the seasons.
Find out more »Family Bird Walk
here are many feathered friends to be found at the Wildflower Center if you watch for them winging or listen for their singing.
Find out more »Foraging for Native Edibles
Discover edible native plants you can forage and harvest in Central Texas.
Find out more »Botany X-Files (CANCELLED)
Investigate what plants are on your plate and in those pills! Open to everyone; educators get CPE credit.
Find out more »Fortlandia by Flashlight (Member Exclusive)
Sneak out after dark, throw a pebble at your best friend's window, and don't forget your flashlight! Join us for a members-only night hike to explore Fortlandia, play games and roast marshmallows.
Find out more »Series: Nature and Abstract Drawing
Seven-week course In partnership with Contemporary Austin Art School. Learn how to create abstract drawings using natural forms as inspiration. Class will start plant and natural element studies and discover how to transform these representational objects into abstract formal compositions reflecting the individual.
Find out more »Series: Botanical Illustration
Seven-class series in partnership with the Contemporary Austin Art School. Enhance your drafting skills through drawing plant forms. Create detailed illustrations using a variety of papers with graphite, colored pencils, and ink. Enjoy and experience the native plants at the Wildflower Center by sketching flora in and out of the studio.
Find out more »December 2018
Wreath Workshop
Bring nature home for the holidays! Create a festive wreath or table centerpiece using native plants along with traditional holiday decorations.
Find out more »Texas Arboretum Tour
Get your steps in while exploring the wonders of native trees (plus shrubs, grasses, flowers and more) in our Texas Arboretum, one of the most shaded trails at the Wildflower Center. Walks will focus on native flora and Texas history, and you'll likely see feathered friends along the way.
Find out more »Wintering Birds of the Wildflower Center
Come "meet" the feathered residents and visitors of the Wildflower Center with expert birders!
Find out more »Luminations
Our annual tradition returns when the gardens are illuminated by thousands of luminarias and dazzling lights
Find out more »February 2019
Moonlight Hike
Join us on an after-hours, moonlit hike throughout the gardens and the Texas Arboretum.
Find out more »Austin Cave Festival
This free, family-friendly event will feature hands-on activities, cave explorations, science and adventure presentations, live music, and more. Visitors will have the opportunity to visit two caves and see how water makes its way to the aquifer and Barton Springs, learn about animals that call Austin's caves home, try on caving gear, and learn how to protect and conserve Austin's water resources.
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Inspiring the conservation of native plants