EXHIBITS & ART AT THE GARDENS

Denver Botanic Gardens is a premiere location for art exhibitions and innovative programs.

Exhibition details subject to change.

Visit www.botanicgardens.org or call 720-865-3585 for details.

GATES GARDEN COURT GALLERY EXHIBITIONS

New Age, Old Ways

November 19, 2011 – February 5, 2012

New Age, Old Ways seeks to share real ideas about being Native / indigenous, to challenge artists to create without the filter of Western European art aesthetics and to challenge our awareness of the assimilation of old ways by new age strategies. Artists Bob Haozous, Kim Hargrove, Joseph Sanchez and Roxanne Swentzel bring together their collective vision in this multi-sensorial installation that questions our conceptions of Indian-ness. 

Opening Reception: Thursday, December 1, 5:30 - 8 p.m. 

2011 ORANGERY DISPLAY

HOLIDAY DISPLAY – through first week of January 2010

This holiday-themed indoor exhibit will feature various cultivars of poinsettias in our new Orangery.

EVENTS AT DENVER BOTANIC GARDENS

Our calendar includes many more events, classes and lectures. 

MORDECAI CHILDRENS GARDEN

Marmots like Digger, the mascot for the Mordecai Children’s Garden, hibernate over the winter to ensure they return the following spring refreshed and ready for the warmer weather. Much like marmots, Mordecai Children’s Garden will be open through November 28, weather permitting, and then close for ‘hibernation.’ It is scheduled to reopen on March 3, 2012.

KUNDALINI YOGA

Mondays, Through December

6-7:30 p.m.

Denver Botanic Gardens at York Street

The ancient and sacred practice of Kundalini yoga is the oldest form of yoga, kept secret by advanced yogis until recently. From your very first class, you'll reap the rewards –  including relief from back pain, stress, addiction, depression and insomnia, and weight control. Kundalini yoga promises you peace of mind. Elevate and experience yourself through this ancient science! All levels welcome; no experience required. Please bring water and a yoga mat.

Single session: $8 member, $10 non-member/drop-in rate.

Instructor: Chris Anne Coviello

To register, visit our online calendar at www.botanicgardens.org or call 720-865-3580.

BLOSSOMS OF LIGHT – Lighting Up the City

Nightly, Dec. 2, 2011 – Jan. 1, 2012

Denver Botanic Gardens at York Street

One million colorful lights draped in elegant designs will illuminate the plants and hardscape features throughout the Gardens. Romantic and popular kissing spots will return, as well as the popular HoloSpex glasses that magically transform the lights into shimmering snowflakes. Each night, seasonal entertainment will be provided and a captivating display of seasonal plants will be on display.

TRAIL OF LIGHTS – Lighting Up the Country

Nightly, Dec. 2, 2011 – Jan. 1, 2012

Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield

Trail of Lights at Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield will be back with 1 million colorful lights draped in elegant designs that illuminate the plants and hardscape features on a charming country forest path – a new holiday tradition. Tour the restored 1880s homestead that will be decorated in a charming Colorado country Christmas motif. Guests can also enjoy warm drinks to ward off the chill during the walk through the Gardens’ trail. The popular HoloSpex glasses, which magically transform the lights into shimmering 3-D shapes, will be available.

HELEN FOWLER LIBRARY & ARCHIVES

Enjoy extended hours to support the novice and professional plant enthusiast. Make use of journals, books, and video resources. Open 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. every day but Friday.

View the online catalog at www.botanicgardens.org.

GARDENING HELP

Colorado Master Gardeners have answers to your gardening questions! Master Gardeners are on site Tuesdays and Saturdays, 12 – 4 p.m. Access our experts the following ways:

*           In-person at the Gardens' Helen Fowler Library 

*           By phone: 720-865-3575 

*           Via email: gardeninghelp@botanicgardens.org 

Gardening Help is a joint program of Colorado State University Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners and Denver Botanic Gardens.