The garden is currently open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Monday and Tuesday and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Wednesday through Sunday (except Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day).

The Marjorie K. Daugherty Conservatory will be closed from May 13 through November 22 for an exciting two-phase project to enhance the indoor garden spaces and update the internal systems to the latest in technology. During the renovation, the woodland trail and J's Coffee will also be closed to the public. The conservatory will close again in January 2025 for the second phase of the project.

To improve the safety of westbound traffic, the City of Omaha has installed a diverter on Bancroft Street at 11th Street. When leaving the garden, this may impact your route. Traffic heading south of the garden or to I-80 is encouraged to turn left at 10th and Bancroft or at 13th and Vinton.

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In order to expedite garden entry, all guests are encouraged to secure an advance ticket online, but they are not required for daytime visits. Advance tickets are good for an entire day and guests may arrive at their convenience. Timed tickets are required for some special events, including our holiday light show, Bright Nights.

Current highlights include: fall foliage, roses, goldenrod, ornamental grasses, and Japanese anemone.

Join us for an evening with award-winning poet and celebrated author Camille T. Dungy. In Soil: The Story of a Black Mother's Garden, Dungy recounts the 7-year odyssey to diversify her garden to reflect her heritage in a predominately white community. Don't miss this discussion that will examine history, the environment, social justice, culture, and family and expand how we all talk about the natural world. $15, $10 for garden members.

Inspired by Lauritzen Gardens' exhibit Wicked Plants, this collection of mixed media works reflects the dark obsession of a curious botanist logging sketches, photos, handwritten notes, and various ephemera in their research journal. From nightshade to hemlock, you'll see species that are beautiful and sometimes helpful, but can also cause discomfort, pain, and even death.

A collection of original works by Deb Kubik, focusing on a variety of natural subjects from colorful blooms to fluttering birds, bees, and butterflies.

One-of-a-kind wood carved and hand-painted Santas and Christmas Spirits. Bark is gathered from fallen trees and all cracks, knots, etc. are incorporated into the design to give each piece its unique character.

Get the latest dirt on upcoming, fun, nature-based programs, classes, and events for adults and children.

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 that will connect you to the natural world.

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. REGISTRATION WILL OPEN IN EARLY 2025.