Current hours of operation are Monday and Tuesday: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. with the Sofia's Play Garden open from 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. and the model railroad garden open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. - Wednesday through Sunday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with Sofia's Play Garden open from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and the model railroad garden open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tremendous Topiaries will be on display through September 1.

The water play area in Sofia's Play Garden will be closed on Monday, July 14 and Tuesday, July 15 for necessary maintenance. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

The Marjorie K. Daugherty Conservatory and the woodland trail will be closed from January 1 through early fall 2025 to complete the second phase of the conservatory's refresh. During this time 20+ outdoor gardens and the floral display hall will remain open for your enjoyment.

We love picnics, but they must be enjoyed in designated areas. If you pack a lunch or a snack, please plan to eat it at the tables by the front ponds or at Kenefick Park. We do not allow picnicking or outside food in the garden (with the exception of Tempo of Twilight concerts).

A friendly guide to answer common questions about Omaha's public garden.

Current highlights include: coneflowers, hollyhocks, hydrangeas, gaillardia, yarrow, milkweed, and summer annuals.

This summer, discover a collection of TREMENDOUS topiary displays in the garden. From a flock of flamingos to a big bison, these topiaries are lifelike interpretations of animals that use live plants to mimic the colors and textures of feathers, fur, scales, and skin. See what’s involved in the care of topiary plants and learn how our horticulturists maintain their artistic shape.

In partnership with North Omaha Music & Arts Ensemble, experience a dynamic blend of jazz, funk, and spoken word featuring Nebraska Poet Laureate Jewel Rodgers. This unique performance pairs powerful poetry with live drums, keys, bass, and guitar—celebrating the rhythm, soul, and creative spirit of North Omaha. $9-$15 for the general public, $3-$5 for garden members.

Audrey Moir is obsessed with capturing the natural beauty of local plants and transforming them into surreal realms of fantasy. This exhibit explores the metamorphosis of simple floral photos into vibrant, fractal digital art. The works reveal the hidden symmetries and new vivid dimensions of the familiar beauty of nature through a kaleidoscopic lens.

Flowers play a central role in our lives. We admire them for their beauty and spend time cultivating and caring for them. They are a companion as we celebrate and recognize joyous events and likewise, they are with us as we mourn and remember those we have lost. They are fragile, often incredibly intricate, span the rainbow of colors and are a sign of hope and renewal wherever they are seen. Through the use of intense colors, bold brush strokes, and dramatic texture, these paintings by David Patterson pay homage to the power and potential of flowers as the Heralds of Nature.

Summer Adventure Camps at Lauritzen Gardens provide an exciting and educational environment for children to explore science, nature and art in a 100-acre classroom. All-inclusive camps are offered in week-long, full-day formats. Extended care is available. 2025 CAMP REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN.

Courses at the garden cover a wide variety of topics. From floral design, to painting, to practicing wellness or learning about plants- There’s something for everyone! REGISTER TODAY!

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

Engaging and FUN classes and workshops are available for children and families at the garden year-round. Register for hands-on, educational programs, like family workshops and Lil' Sprouts, that will connect you to the natural world.

Celebrate your child’s birthday with a nature-themed party at Lauritzen Gardens.