About New York Botanical Garden
Since its founding in 1891 The New York Botanical Garden has been a museum of plants, a preeminent center for botanical research, a global leader in plant-based education, and one of the great cultural institutions in the world.
The New York Botanical Garden educates people of all ages about the science, function, and beauty of plants to generate awareness, inspire appreciation, and provide an understanding of the importance of plants to all life on Earth.
The Garden’s Education Division offers a wide range of structured, programmatic experiences at all levels of learning that is unrivaled at any botanical garden in the world.
Adult students benefit from the more than 700 courses and lectures offered each year through the Garden’s Continuing Education program. Classes are offered for all levels of experience, from introductory to Certificate. Certificate Programs are a carefully selected series of courses focused on particular disciplines, preparing students for careers as well as personal enrichment in their chosen field of study. Class offerings range from one-hour lectures to five-week intensive programs.
Take a class in:
- Botanical Art
- Botany
- Crafts
- Floral Design
- Gardening
- Horticulture
- Horticultural Therapy
- Landscape Design
- Photography
- Urban Naturalist
- Wellness
Notes: If you purchase the class using a CourseHorse promotion or discount, these discounts will not reflect on your NYBG receipt. Actual price paid will be reflected on your CourseHorse receipt only. In accordance with New York City Executive Order 225., all students registering for on-site classes are required to provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination. For more information on what to expect, please visit our FAQs.
School location
New York Botanical Garden
NYBG Bronx, Bronx2950 Southern Blvd
Btwn Bedford Park Blvd & Mosholu Pkwy
Bronx, New York 10458
Directions & arrival details
When coming to class, please enter via Mosholu Entrance, located at 2950 Southern Boulevard, at all times. And ask for the Watson Building.
Reviews of New York Botanical Garden
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Landscape Design Tips: Learning from Before and After
I loved this class! There is nothing like seeing before and after photos of a landscape- it brings a concept or idea to life. I bought Jan's book, "Gardentopia" after the class and quickly read it, cover to cover. It touches upon everything we learned in the class and more. I highly recommend this book to anyone interested in landscape design. The class was 2 hours, which flew by far too quickly. I wanted to stay for another 2, or more! Jan is a veteran in her field and is very generous with her expertise. I left feeling encouraged and inspired. I hope to take more classes from Jan. -
Beekeeping Basics
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Dauntless Dahlias
There were people in attendance with various degrees of knowledge regarding dahlias. The instructor went over anything and everything. Something for everyone. -
Sustainable Design Techniques
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The Art and Artistry of Chanticleer: Dan Benarcik
I honestly did not know that this was a lecture only class. Seeing as I don't have a background in Botany this lecture was amazing. Dan was heartfelt in his delivery of the subject matter. I learned that being creative with landscape design is challenging yet very rewarding. Dan made a Botany believer out of me. Job well done! -
Eggplants in Dry Brush Watercolor
This course provides step-by-step instruction in dry brush watercoloring and Carrie Di Costanzo caters her instruction to accomodate the learning needs of both novice and experienced watercolor artists. Overall, the class met my expectations. Carrie's well-defined course syllabus with its art supply list, her model eggplant drawing, and palette color mixing guide gave attendees a nice headstart for a successful painting experience. There were sufficient breaks to move around and class time went by quickly. It was a thrill to virtually meet up with similar-minded individuals from across the country and observe everyone's progress throughout the day. -
Perennial Plant Combinations - Online
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Fragrant Indoor Garden
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Gut Health: The Key to your Immune System - Online
Cheryl was easy to understand, shared a great deal of information and was great at taking our questions throughout the class. I found the information she provided very informative and also thought provoking. I intend to do some research on a few items she shared to see what improvements my family and I might be able to make to optimize our health. -
Mastering the Art of Tomato Gardening
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Holiday Greens Workshop
I really enjoyed this class. Teacher was fantastic. I would definitely recommend this class -
Flower Arranging with Store-Bought Bouquets
I really enjoyed this class and the instructor was amazing. I would definitely take another course offering on floral arranging. -
Flower Arranging with Store-Bought Bouquets
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Figs in Dry Brush Watercolor - Online
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Origami Botany: Holiday Edition
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Fall Leaves in Watercolor
Great technique lesson! -
A Garden Design Primer - Online
Most of what was discussed I had already read in books. For the price, I was expecting more. Information not available in books. -
Soapmaking Workshop
I had do much fun learning to make organic soap using essential oil. The teacher Ms. Luz was very helpful snd answer all my questions. She had great energy in the classroom. -
Soapmaking Workshop
Fantastic course, learned a great deal from Liz and happy I attended! -
Flower Arranging with Store-Bought Bouquets
It was a fun class with like minded people. Learned the basic formulas which I so needed
