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.
June 2019
July 2019
Invasive Species High School Curriculum Training Workshop for Teachers
This workshop will introduce high school teachers to a curriculum designed around the issue of invasive species.
Find out more »August 2019
Guided Garden Tour
Tour our gardens with a knowledgeable volunteer docent
Find out more »September 2019
Austin Museum Day
Join us for activities all over the Center with story time, presentations, demonstrations and tours throughout the day. Free admission.
Find out more »October 2019
Native Bees of Texas
Why are native bees such a buzz-worthy topic? These magnificent, hard-working insects are diverse, fascinating and vital to landscapes. Learn about bee ecosystems, morphology, behavior and society, nesting habits, diets, and how to tell bees from wannabees (mimics). We'll talk conservation too!
Find out more »Ecoprinting Workshop – NEW!
Come make beautiful, wearable art inspired by nature using natural dyes
Find out more »Fortlandia Takeover [CANCELLED]
Fortlandia for adults only! Enjoy tree climbing, botany-themed beer tasting, food from local hot spots, cocktails & more
Find out more »Felting Flowers – NEW!
Learn a time-honored handcraft you can use all year for gifting and decorating
Find out more »The Zen of Seeing & the Artist’s Way – NEW! (Waitlist)
This 7-class series will explore creativity through mindfulness and mixed-media visual art. No experience needed.
Find out more »Series: Watercolor Basics
This seven-session course is presented in partnership with the Contemporary Austin Art School.
Find out more »Series: Bamboo Drawing Tools & Homemade Media – NEW!
Explore art with handmade tools and a natural palette. No experience required!
Find out more »Beginning Backyard Birding – NEW!
Get tips for identifying your bird neighbors by sight and sound and learn how to support their populations
Find out more »November 2019
Creating Wildflower Crafts With Alcohol Inks
Love wildflowers and being crafty? Learn to make decorative tiles using alcohol inks and canned air
Find out more »Fantastic Fungi Film (SOLD OUT)
An exclusive Texas screening featuring a Q&A with the director
Find out more »Tree Pruning Workshop
For every tree there's a tool and for every tool there's a technique! Trees give us so much — learn how to keep them healthy and happy with proper pruning technique from a landscaping expert.
Find out more »Winter Care for Native Plants
This gardening workshop will introduce tips and tricks for keeping Texas plants healthy through the winter.
Find out more »Create Space for Nature Play at Home – NEW!
Learn to create a child and pet-friendly nature play space at home or in your community
Find out more »Forts by Flashlight (Member Exclusive)
Sneak out after dark, throw a pebble at your best friend's window, and don't forget your flashlight!
Find out more »December 2019
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 »Drawing I: Short Form
You can draw! Practice with a new medium in each session of this course. Start simple and refine your technique in a supportive environment for beginners.
Find out more »January 2020
Meditation & Visualization Techniques for a Healthy Mind, Body and Soul – NEW
Learn about and practice various meditation techniques
Find out more »Nerd Nite: Cave Fest Edition
Get a glimpse into Austin's underground scene with talks from professionals in the fields of caves and groundwater
Find out more »February 2020
Seed Lab & Herbarium Tour for Members
Get a behind-the-scenes tour of the seed lab and herbarium in this Member Appreciation Month special tour
Find out more »Tree Growing Operations Tour for Members
This exclusive tour with a Wildflower Center arborist is part of Member Appreciation Month
Find out more »Nursery Growing Operations Tour for Members
On this members-only tour, get behind the scenes in the greenhouse with our nursery manager
Find out more »Austin Cave Festival
A free, family-friendly event offering cave explorations and more
Find out more »Preventing Gardening Pain Workshop for Members
This workshop is free for members as part of Members Appreciation Month
Find out more »Docent Training
Have a passion for people and plants? Learn about how to become a volunteer docent!
Find out more »Reading the Land Tour for Members
This exclusive tour is part of Member Appreciation Month at the Center
Find out more »Gardening for Newcomers
New to Texas or just new to gardening? Come meet some natives and learn where to plant them and how to keep them healthy!
Find out more »March 2020
Yoga & Singing Bowls
Join us for a morning of movement, mindfulness and the music of Tibetan and quartz singing bowls and chimes.
Find out more »Silent Hike
The Wildflower Center is partnering with MindTravel to bring a silent hike experience with a live-to-headphone music performance to our trails and gardens during wildflower season. MindTravel guide and composer, Murray Hidary, will lead you on a music-driven experience through the landscape. Practice walking meditation while fostering a greater connection to the world around you, to others, and to yourself. This is free experience, and MindTravel accepts donations from attendees onsite and online. The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center accepts…
Find out more »Native Plant Gardening Series: Small-lot Landscape Design (POSTPONED)
Part of our popular Native Plant Gardening Series: Get expert guidance in designing small gardens and spaces
Find out more »Native Plant Gardening Series: Maintenance (POSTPONED)
Part of our popular Native Plant Gardening Series: Learn to keep your plants healthy
Find out more »Native Plant Gardening Series: Large-Scale Landscape Design (POSTPONED)
Part of our popular Native Plant Gardening Series: Get expert guidance designing for 1 or more acres
Find out more »Migratory Birds in the Landscape (POSTPONED)
Expert horticulturists and birders lead this walk and point out what plants are vital to migratory birds
Find out more »Native Plant Gardening Series: Plants I (POSTPONED)
Part of our popular Native Plant Gardening Series: Learn to identify native plants of Texas and choose the best for your garden
Find out more »World Meteorology Day (POSTPONED)
Austin, we need to talk about the weather! Activities, special guests, walks and more
Find out more »Native Plant Gardening Series: Installation (POSTPONED)
Part of our popular Native Plant Gardening Series: Learn to give those plants a great start and install garden features
Find out more »Drawing: Colored Pencil on Toned Papers – NEW (POSTPONED)
Learn to observe and document natural forms in this all-levels art class
Find out more »Native Plant Gardening Series: Plants II (POSTPONED)
Part of our popular Native Plant Gardening Series: Dig deeper into the world of native plant ID and knowledge
Find out more »Native Plants to Dye For (POSTPONED)
Celebrate the colors of the season with your own plant-dyed fabrics!
Find out more »Native Plant Gardening Series: Integrated Pest Management (POSTPONED)
Part of our popular Native Plant Gardening Series: I.D. beneficial vs. harmful insects and learn best practices
Find out more »Petite Ceramic Planters (POSTPONED)
This class has been postponed – new date TBAIn accordance with the CDC’s recommendations to practice social distancing during the evolving COVID-19 situation, all assembled group activities, including classes and upcoming events, are canceled or postponed through March 31. If you have questions or concerns about a class or program you have registered for, please email our education department. The Wildflower Center gardens and trails remain open presently and we encourage you to spend time recharging and relaxing in nature. For…
Find out more »Series: Nature and Abstract Drawing (POSTPONED)
This is a seven-week course In partnership with Contemporary Austin Art School
Find out more »April 2020
Series: Botanical Illustration (CANCELLED)
Enhance your drafting skills through drawing plant forms in this seven-class series in partnership with the Contemporary Austin Art School
Find out more »The Secrets of True Happiness – NEW (CANCELLED)
Is happiness attainable? Gain tools and perspectives to live a more peaceful and happy life
Find out more »Yoga & Singing Bowls (CANCELLED)
Join us for a morning of movement, mindfulness and the music of Tibetan and quartz singing bowls and chimes.
Find out more »Ecology & Art Walk + Workshop (CANCELLED)
Half ecological education and half artistic exploration, this expert-led walk and workshop is for anyone who wants to spend time reflecting in nature with pen or brush in hand, learning about the landscape along the way.
Find out more »Landscape Design Studio (CANCELLED)
This two-class class takes place in a studio environment with guidance from an expert horticulturalist
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