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What to Know Before You Go |
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Plan Your Garden Visit! 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.
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Reduced Tram Service Due To Heat Advisory For the safety of our drivers and guests, tram service will be limited from June 21-23, due to the heat advisory. Trams will only run in the morning. We appreciate your understanding.
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Marjorie K. Daugherty Conservatory Closure 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.
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Picnic Areas 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).
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Frequently Asked Questions A friendly guide to answer common questions about Omaha's public garden.
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Events and Exhibits |
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What's In Bloom? Current highlights include: coneflowers, hollyhocks, hydrangeas, gaillardia, yarrow, milkweed, and summer annuals.
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Tremendous Topiaries 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.
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Leashes at Lauritzen On every Monday evening from May 5 through September 15, guests and their canine friends can explore the garden and enjoy the great outdoors together during Leashes at Lauritzen. From 5 to 8 p.m. each event night, the whole family, dogs included, are invited to walk on garden trails, take photos among the flowers and foliage, and meet other dogs and dog lovers.
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In the Gallery: A Stroll Through the Seasons by Erica L. Bailey Experience Erica L. Bailey’s unique perspective of the natural world in this exhibit of seasonal paintings. A self-taught abstract impressionist, Bailey blends dark fantasy landscapes with light, inviting viewers into her imaginative world. Drawing inspiration from the beauty of changing seasons, trees, and flowers, her work encourages exploration—whether down a winding path or around a hidden corner—where nature and imagination meet.
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In the Gallery: Garden Party by Ivan Micek As an artist, lvan Micek uses photography as a medium with which he captures and displays what he sees in the world, in ways intended to spark curiosity in the viewer. Combining his views of nature and its landscapes, with his ability to see things from different perspectives, Ivan embraces and celebrates all that is botanic and all that is unique.
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More Events |
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Educational Programs |
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Summer Camps 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.
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Programs for Adults 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!
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Field Trips and Group Tours Find out about the opportunities available for your group, class, or scouting troop to explore our 100-acre outdoor learning laboratory.
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Programs for Children and Families 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.
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Birthday Parties at the Garden Celebrate your child’s birthday with a nature-themed party at Lauritzen Gardens.
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