Our extended hours end on September 16. As of September 17, hours of operation will be 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day, 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.

Big Boy 4023 is getting a fresh coat of paint, so Kenefick Park will be closed to public while the maintenance occurs. Make plans to visit after September 19, when the park will reopen!

The Marjorie K. Daugherty Conservatory reopens September 20, featuring a NEW collection of rare and remarkable plant species from around the world. Get plant curious, step into a world of living wonder, and rediscover this beloved space.

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: goldenrod, turtlehead, ornamental grasses, asters, and summer annuals.

Discover the rich history and iconography of La Catrina, one of the most recognizable figures of Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), through eight larger-than-life skeleton sculptures by Los Angeles artist Ricardo Soltero. An elegant female skeleton and an icon of Mexican heritage, La Catrina approaches death not through sadness, but as a colorful celebration of life. See these colorful and joyful works, with accompanying signage in both English and Spanish.

Photography is an absolute passion of Margaret B. West’s, a window on the world through her eyes and others. She loves photographing landscapes and flowers, the mystery of night, a person’s expression. She looks for a feeling, whether it is a person or an inanimate subject, a feeling that reaches the viewer and sometimes changes them. This collection of photos captures a glimpse of the natural world and within each photo is a meaning unique to each individual.

Just as we pass through various stages of life, so do plants. Seasons of Beauty depicts stages from emergence to decline, finding beauty created in each of the seasonal changes. Diane Murphy hopes to take the viewer beyond the surface of an image to discover beauty in whatever stage of life we find ourselves in.

Be the first to rediscover the new plant collections in the two houses of the Marjorie K. Daugherty Conservatory. From September 17 through 19, members can get plant curious and step into a world of living wonder before anyone else!

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.