For the safety of our staff and guests we will open this morning at 10 a.m., and will be open until 8 p.m. for a day full of dinosaurs, lights, and snow! Thank you for your understanding.

Don't miss this life-sized adventure through the fauna and fearsome flora of Lauritzen Gardens that's fun for the whole family. Dinosaur UpROAR offers a realistic glimpse into the prehistoric world, allowing visitors to experience what life was like millions of years ago when dinosaurs roamed the earth. The indoor exhibit will feature 20 life-sized installations positioned throughout the garden, where massive creations by Guy Darrough and Lost World Studios will appear right at home nestled among plants that have survived through the ages and jungle-like landscapes.

When the gates close and the sun goes down, guests get to explore the garden's "Jurassic dark." Get an evening fossil fix that's fun for the whole family when the sculptures of Dinosaur UpROAR are illuminated for a limited time.

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.

Courses at the garden cover a wide variety of topics. From floral design, to painting, to practicing wellness or learning about edible plants- 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.

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 and the Marjorie K. Daugherty Conservatory. All-inclusive camps are offered in week-long, half-day and full-day formats, with certain camps available for purchase as single days. REGISTRATION OPENS FEBRUARY 1.