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January 18 through May 10 |
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| Nature Connects®: Art with LEGO® Bricks |
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| Sean Kenney's fourth indoor exhibit at Lauritzen Gardens features some fantastic NEW pieces, including a coral reef, a snow leopard, and a disappearing rhino, as well as a couple of old favorites. |
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January 9 through March 30, 2020 |
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| Art Exhibit: Before We're Gone by Dori Settles |
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| An exhibit of paintings featuring endangered species of the animal and plant kingdoms by Dori Settles, a multi-passionate artist working with a variety of mediums to bring awareness to the environment and encourage others to make small changes to create a positive impact. |
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Friday, February 14, 2020 |
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| Valentine's Day Dinner |
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| SOLD OUT | Please call Merri at (402) 346-4002, ext. 201 to be placed on a waiting list. |
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February 19 through March 3, 2020 |
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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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March 12, 2020 at 7 p.m. |
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| Gardenlust: Loveland Garden Club Lecture with Chris Woods |
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| For three years, Chris Woods traveled the world seeking out contemporary gardens and found fifty of the best. With wit and humor, he describes the most arresting features in public parks in exotic locations like New Delhi and Dubai, mission-redefining botanic gardens in Chile and Australia, and the most enviable details of lavish private estates and gemlike city yards. Throughout his lecture, he reveals the fascinating people, plants, and stories that make these gardens so lust-worthy. $15, $10 for garden members (includes a dessert reception). |
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March 17 and 18, 2020 |
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| Sandhill Crane Migration Bus Tour |
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| 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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March 20 at 5:30 p.m. |
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| Nature Connects Twilight Tour |
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| Join a trained docent to explore the Marjorie K. Daugherty Conservatory, as well as the colorful exhibit Nature Connects: Art with LEGO Bricks, that highlights threatened and endangered species through incredible works of art. |
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March 22, 2020 |
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| Lego® Brick Sculpture Invitational |
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| Show us what you can build! Want to show Omaha your creativity? Bring your LEGO® brick sculpture to exhibit at the garden for a chance to win great PRIZES!
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March 28 and 29, 2020 |
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| Greater Omaha Orchid Society's Orchid Show and Sale |
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| Don't miss the 2020 Greater Omaha Orchid Society’s 33rd Annual Orchid Show and Sale. Visitors will get the opportunity to see and prime specimens of these exotic plants up close and purchase a plant of their own. |
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Saturday, April 4, 2020 from noon to 3 p.m. |
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| Easter Extravaganza |
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| Don't miss this afternoon of fun with crafts, egg hunts and photos with the Easter Bunny!
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April 4 at 8:30 p.m. |
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| Night Skies: Spring Viewing |
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| Join the Omaha Astronomical Society for a series of outdoor viewing parties. Participants can observe faint deep-sky objects, planets, and the moon in the darkness of the garden. |
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April 7 at 8 a.m. |
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| Walking Club Kick-Off |
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| Enjoy healthy snacks, refreshments, and speakers providing great information on health-related topics. Sponsored by Immanuel Communities. |
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Tuesday mornings, April through October |
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| Walking Club |
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| Get your morning exercise with a refreshing and rejuvenating walk through the garden. |
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April 11 at 9 a.m. |
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| Bird Hike with the Audubon Society |
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| Join the Audubon Society of Omaha on a bird hike through the Arboretum and Oberman Bird Sanctuary to explore the diversity of birdlife in the garden. |
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Sunday, April 12, 2020 |
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| Easter Brunch |
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| An annual tradition for many area families, enjoy a fabulous Easter brunch at the garden. |
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April 17 at 5:30 p.m. |
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| Spring Ephemerals Twilight Tour |
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| Join a trained docent as early spring emerges in the form of ephemerals, bulbs, hellebores, and peonies. Includes a tram ride. |
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April 18 at 9 a.m. |
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| Bird Hike with the Audubon Society |
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| Join the Audubon Society of Omaha on a bird hike through the Arboretum and Oberman Bird Sanctuary to explore the diversity of birdlife in the garden. |
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April 22 at 11:30 a.m. |
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2020 date to be announced |
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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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May 1 through 3, 2020 |
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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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May 1 through 3, 2020 |
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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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May 2 at 9 a.m. |
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| Warbler Walk |
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| In celebration of Nebraska Migratory Bird Month in May, director of conservation Jim Locklear will lead a walking tour of Lauritzen Gardens that will highlight the natural history of these captivating travelers. |
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May 2 at 8:30 p.m. |
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| Night Skies: Gibbous Moon |
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| Join the Omaha Astronomical Society for a series of outdoor viewing parties. Participants can observe faint deep-sky objects, planets, and the moon in the darkness of the garden. |
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Sunday, May 10, 2020 |
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| Mother's Day Brunch |
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| Treat the special women in your life with a day of delicious food, botanical beauty and family togetherness.
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Mondays and Tuesdays During the Summer Months |
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| Garden Twilight |
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| Visit the garden during the twilight hours for a relaxing way to end the summer days.
Monday and Tuesday evenings from May 13 through September 10, 2019. |
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Wednesday, May 22 from midnight to midnight |
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| Omaha Gives! |
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| A community-wide event to show off Omaha's spirit of giving, raise awareness about local nonprofits and celebrate the collective effort it takes to make this city great. Anyone can participate and ANY AMOUNT MAKES A DIFFERENCE. |
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2020 dates TBD |
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2020 dates to be announced |
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| Rose Day and Show |
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| Join the Omaha Rose Society for their annual Rose Day and Show, to promote the culture and appreciation of the rose. |
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2020 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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July 13 and 14, 2019 |
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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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August 29 at 9:30 p.m. |
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| Night Skies: Showpiece Planets |
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| Join the Omaha Astronomical Society for a series of outdoor viewing parties. Participants can observe faint deep-sky objects, planets, and the moon in the darkness of the garden. |
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Sunday, September 13, 2020 |
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2020 dates TBD |
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| Lauritzen Gardens Antiques Show |
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| Entering its seventeenth year, the show brings a wide range of museum quality antiques, as well as renowned experts in antiques, gardening, art and design to Omaha. |
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2020 dates TBD |
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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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Sunday, October 27 from noon to 4 p.m. |
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Thursday, December 12, 2019 |
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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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