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January 29 through May 9, 2021 |
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| Fantastical Folklore |
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| The world is full of stories about fantastic beings, imaginary creatures, and magical events. This enchanting exhibit, set in the garden’s plant kingdom, brings to life the legends and lore from around the globe and celebrates the links between the natural and mythical worlds. From dragons to mermaids and fairies to trolls, you’ll meet a menagerie of extraordinary creatures and discover the incredible tales behind them all. This indoor exhibit is included with paid garden admission and is free for garden members. |
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March 26 through April 11 |
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| Easter Extravaganza |
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| This isn't your garden variety Easter egg hunt! The Easter bunny has an empty basket! See if you can find all 14 of his missing eggs by matching colors and patterns as you explore the spring garden.
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Tuesday mornings from April 6 through October 27, 2021 |
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| TREEmendous Arbor Day Celebration |
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| Don't miss a TREEmendous Arbor Day Celebration- a fun day dedicated to trees. Enjoy a variety of tree-themed educational activities designed for families to learn about a variety of tree topics. The first 100 households will receive a FREE tree seedling. Children who dress like a tree get in free. |
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Monday, May 3, 2021 from 5 to 8 p.m. |
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| Leashes at Lauritzen |
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| The garden has gone to the dogs! Bring your canine friends to walk the grounds and enjoy the great outdoors together. |
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Monday, May 10, 2021 from 5 to 8 p.m. |
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| Leashes at Lauritzen |
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| The garden has gone to the dogs! Bring your canine friends to walk the grounds and enjoy the great outdoors together. |
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Monday, June 7, 2021 from 5 to 8 p.m. |
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| Leashes at Lauritzen |
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| The garden has gone to the dogs! Bring your canine friends to walk the grounds and enjoy the great outdoors together. |
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Monday, June 14, 2021 from 5 to 8 p.m. |
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| Leashes at Lauritzen |
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| The garden has gone to the dogs! Bring your canine friends to walk the grounds and enjoy the great outdoors together. |
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2021 dates TBD |
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| Patriotic Perches |
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| A collection of 51 handcrafted birdhouses that combines art, geography, horticulture and birding to educate visitors about state birds and flowers and how to attract wildlife to their garden space. |
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Monday, July 5, 2021 from 5 to 8 p.m. |
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| Leashes at Lauritzen |
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| The garden has gone to the dogs! Bring your canine friends to walk the grounds and enjoy the great outdoors together. |
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| Railroad Days |
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| Celebrate all things train and track while visiting the model railroad garden. |
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Monday, July 12, 2021 from 5 to 8 p.m. |
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| Leashes at Lauritzen |
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| The garden has gone to the dogs! Bring your canine friends to walk the grounds and enjoy the great outdoors together. |
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Monday, August 2, 2021 from 5 to 8 p.m. |
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| Leashes at Lauritzen |
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| The garden has gone to the dogs! Bring your canine friends to walk the grounds and enjoy the great outdoors together. |
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Monday, August 9, 2021 from 5 to 8 p.m. |
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| Leashes at Lauritzen |
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| The garden has gone to the dogs! Bring your canine friends to walk the grounds and enjoy the great outdoors together. |
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Sunday, September 26, 2021 from noon to 3 p.m. |
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September 9-12, 2021 |
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Monday, September 13, 2021 from 5 to 8 p.m. |
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| Leashes at Lauritzen |
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| The garden has gone to the dogs! Bring your canine friends to walk the grounds and enjoy the great outdoors together. |
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Monday, October 4, 2021 from 5 to 8 p.m. |
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| Leashes at Lauritzen |
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| The garden has gone to the dogs! Bring your canine friends to walk the grounds and enjoy the great outdoors together. |
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October 2 and 3, 2021 |
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| Japanese Ambience Festival |
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| For an entire weekend, the garden grounds are alive with merriment as guests celebrate the joys of autumn and experience the Japanese culture first-hand. |
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Monday, October 11, 2021 from 5 to 8 p.m. |
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| Leashes at Lauritzen |
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| The garden has gone to the dogs! Bring your canine friends to walk the grounds and enjoy the great outdoors together. |
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Sunday, October 24, 2021 from noon to 4 p.m. |
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November 20, 2021 through January 3, 2022 |
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| Merry and Bright - Holiday Poinsettia Show |
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| It's been said that "There's no place like home for the holidays", and the living room is certainly the heart of the home. This holiday season, we invite you to step into our living room, as the floral display hall is transformed into a comfy, cozy space that is full of joy, cheer, and of course, plants. TIMED TICKETS ARE REQUIRED. |
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Sunday, December 12, 2020 |
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| National Poinsettia Day |
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| Celebrate this national holiday, commemorating this gorgeous holiday plant, while visiting the poinsettia show. The first 100 households receive a free poinsettia. |
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| Holiday Harmony |
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| Join us during the holiday season to listen to live music amid the festive garden surroundings. Visitors are invited to stroll through the poinsettia show or cozy up next to the fireplace and enjoy lunch or a snack.
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| Valentine's Day Dinner |
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| Our intimate Valentine's Day dinner is full for 2021. We are no longer accepting reservations. |
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| Girls' Day: Japanese Doll Exhibit |
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| 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.
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| Sandhill Crane Migration Bus Tour |
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| Unfortunately we will not host a crane trip in Spring 2021. To be placed on a list for future trips, contact Shelby at (402) 346-4002, ext. 263. Journey along the Platte River Valley and experience hundreds of thousands of beautiful Sandhill cranes in their majestic migration. This is a must-see tour where you will enjoy one of nature’s treasures, and is also a great chance for unique birding and photography opportunities. |
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| Ikebana Exhibition |
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| This Ikebana exhibition features arrangements from both classical and contemporary schools of Ikebana. Members of Ikebana International Omaha #60 will be present during show hours to meet guests and answer questions about the art of Ikebana.
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| Bonsai Exhibition |
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| Members of the Nebraska Bonsai Society will share their passion for the art of styling trees and help you better understand both the art and the science of bonsai in Nebraska. |
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