Be among the first to experience the wonder and amazement of gardens under glass as Lauritzen Gardens opens this lush environment where plants will burst with life year-round.

Inspired by nature and built from nearly 300,000 LEGO® bricks, this indoor exhibit features 12 ALL-NEW displays with 25 larger-than-life sculptures that represent the web of incredible connections that sustain life on Earth.

In honor of the Japanese celebration of Hinamatsuri, also called Doll’s Day or Girls’ Day, discover a vast set of ornamental Imperial dolls, or hina-ningyo, representing the Emperor, Empress, attendants and musicians in traditional court dress of the Heian period (A.D. 794 - 1185) on display.

The 2015 Greater Omaha Orchid Society’s 28th Annual Orchid Show and Sale will take place on Saturday and Sunday, March 7 and 8, 2015 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. Visitors will get the opportunity to see and prime specimens of these exotic plants up close and purchase a plant of their own.

Courses at the garden cover a wide variety of topics. From designing centerpieces, to making your own wreaths, or gaining valuable gardening techniques, there’s something for everyone.

Find out about the opportunities available for your group, class, or scouting troop to explore our 100-acre outdoor learning laboratory.

Register today for hands-on, educational programming that is sure to bring a smile to you and your child. Engaging classes and camps are available at the garden year-round.

REGISTRATION OPENS FEBRUARY 1. Summer Adventure Camps at Lauritzen Gardens provide an exciting and educational environment for children to explore science, nature and art in a 100-acre outdoor classroom. All-inclusive camps are offered in week-long, half-day and full-day formats with early check-in and extended checkout available.