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Upcoming Events

Sept. 3 - Extended thru Feb. 26 Around About Water
Renowned sculptor Damian Priour died September 14. This moving exhibit of limestone and cut glass is the last he created during his life. The liquid shapes and cool blue glass elements evoke Priour's beloved Gulf Coast—he was proud of his seventh-generation Padre Island family. In the gardens through February 26.
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January 7 thru March 11 Living Witness: Historic Trees of Texas
Ralph Yznaga's photographic odyssey. In the McDermott Learning Center, January 7 through March 11.
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January 7 to March 11 Urban Folk by Judy Paul
Judy Paul's mixed media exhibit in the store, January 7 to March 11.
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February 25-26, 2012 2012 Native Plant Spring Symposium
The current and forecast weather conditions in Texas are dire – high temperature and low precipitation records are being made across the state, surface reservoirs and aquifer levels are reaching critically low levels, and with a return and forecasted strengthening of the La Niña climate phenomenon, the Texas drought is expected to persist through at least the summer of 2012. Come learn what you can do to prepare for water shortages now and in the future at the 2012 Native Plant Spring Symposium, hosted by the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center and the Native Plant Society of Texas.
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Starting February 27 Professional Workshop Series: Principles of Successful Sustainable Landscapes
This three-part workshop series with classroom and outdoor components will focus on specific techniques with the intent to provide understanding of the principles, and specific practices, design and implementation of projects featuring sustainable landscapes.
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Begins March 12 Wildflower Days™ 2012
Wildflower Days™ begins March 12 and the Artists and Artisans Festival is 17 and 18. Logan Stollenwerck’s Lady Bird Johnson Centennial exhibit, "A Bouquet for Mrs. J" opens March 17. Center open 7 days a week, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
March 17 & 18 Artists & Artisans Festival
World famous origami artist Robert J. Lang does a folding demonstration at noon Saturday. David Busch signs the Wildflower Days™ poster from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday. Shou Ping displays her paper sculptures from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday in the McDermott Learning Center and renowned artist Lance Letscher signs his books in the store, 1 to 4 p.m. More than 20 artists and artisans exhibit and sell their work. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, March 17 and 18.
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Starting Mar 17 Register now for Go Native U
Classes in Native Plant Gardening start March 17 and classes in Flora and Fauna in Central Texas begin April 21. Take a class or a sequence. Discounts for members.
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Mar 17 through May 28 A Bouquet for Mrs. J
Logan Stollenwerck's exhibit of giant metal flowers in the gardens. Saturday, March 17, through Monday, May 28
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Mar 17 through May 28 Shou Ping’s Paper Sculptures
One of our most popular exhibits. In the McDermott Learning Center, Saturday, March 17, through Monday, May 28
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Saturday, March 31 Annual Bluebonnet Day
Informal Modeling at the café. Specials on selected bluebonnet gifts at the store. Saturday, March 31
April 7 and 8 Open Easter Weekend
Come celebrate Easter weekend at the Center. David Scott signs Bird Feathers: A Guide to North American Species, and Richard Zelade signs Texas Hill Country. 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 7. Center open 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Sunday, April 8.
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April 13 through 15 Spring Plant Sale & Gardening Festival
Our horticulturists help you select just the right native perennials, shrubs and trees for your garden from nearly 300 hardy species. Walks and talks with experts add to your plant knowledge. Lynne and Jim Weber speak about their book, Nature Watch: Austin, at 11 a.m. Friday in the auditorium. Robert Shaw signs Field Guide to Texas Grasses 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday in the store. Kathi Appelt and Joy Fisher-Hein sign Miss Lady Bird's Wildflowers 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday in the store. Members Sale, 1 to 7 p.m. Friday, April 13. Public Sale, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, April 14 & 15.
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April 21 Earth Day/Arbor Day
Ralph Yznaga signs Living Witness: Historic Trees of Texas, David Busch signs his Wildflower Days™ poster and Travis County Master Gardeners sign, Drought-Resistant Gardening in Central Texas, 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 21.
Wednesday, April 25 Jean Andrews lecture
Mark Blumenthal, executive director of the American Botanical Council, speaks on Health Benefits of Popular Herbal Supplements in the U.S. Market: The Safety and Efficacy of Leading Botanical based products. Reception, 7 p.m. Visitors Gallery; Lecture 8 p.m. auditorium. Wednesday, April 25.
Friday, April 27 Center closing early for Centennial Gala Preparation
Wildflower Center closes at 3 p.m. Friday, April 27.
May 7 through 13 Texas Highways Photo Exhibit
Celebrate National Wildflower Week at the McDermott Learning Center with a display of incredible wildflower photography. Monday, May 7 through Sunday, May 13
May 7 through 13 National Wildflower Week
Come celebrate nature's bounty of wildflowers at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. Center open 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. every day.
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Friday, May 11 National Public Gardens Day
Come visit. Friday, May 11
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Saturday, May 12 Gardens on Tour
A Mother's Day weekend favorite, Gardens on Tour this year will include a favorite from past tours among the five private gardens selected as well as the Wildflower Center. It's your chance to see exquisite small gardens and intimate spaces using native plants. Tiffany Hamburger & Peter Tsai sign Austin, Texas: A Photographic Portrait, 1 to 4 p.m. in the store. Kids make a book mark with Cherie Foster Coburn and Joy Fisher Hein, creators of Bloomin' Tales, 11 a.m. in the Little House with book signing later.Wristbands will be on sale online. Saturday, May 12.
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Saturday, May 19 Mollie Steves Zachry Texas Arboretum Opening
A superb collection of Texas trees, including the Hall of Texas Heroes, on 16 acres. Saturday, May 19.
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Monday, May 28 Open Memorial Day
Come celebrate the last Monday of Wildflower Days™ with specials in the store. Center is open 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
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Jun 2 through Aug 19 Many Fold Manifolds
Giant origami exhibit by Robert J. Lang in the McDermott Learning Center, June 2 through August 19
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