Tuesday, 12 Jun 2018
Plant Pals
Join us weekly on Tuesdays as our kids' horticulture program covers more diverse topics and expands to other areas of the Gardens.
Wednesday, 13 Jun 2018
Homeschool Day: Insects
Reiman Gardens is excited to invite home-schooled students and parents for a day of guided experiences and learning stations that explore concepts around an educational theme. Take advantage of this exploration of real-world science throughout the Gardens!
Thursday, 14 Jun 2018
Plant Walk: Host Plants
What IS that plant? Get to know the works of art in our living museum from the expert herself - join Lindsey Smith, Reiman Gardens' Plant Collections Curator, for in-depth in-depth walk through the gardens to learn about the favorite host plants for a variety of butterflies.
Brown Bag: Nature at Noon - Surrounded by Poetry
Expand your awareness of the poetic nature of the world around you with award-winning poet and author, Dennis Maulsby. Bring your lunch to the Gardens each month and enjoy a nature-based education program relating to the 2017 theme, Movement. Regional professionals and lecturers present on a wide range of topics.
SCI Talk: Pollinator Health
Join ISU ecologist David Stein as he presents new research about the health of pollinators in Iowa.
Friday, 15 Jun 2018
ISU Employee Day
Current Iowa State University employees can enjoy FREE ADMISSION from noon to 6 p.m. Must show ISU ID card to gain free admission.
Closing Art Reception: Michele Baggenstoss
Meet Des Moines artist Michele Baggenstoss as we celebrate the last week of her Garden Room Gallery exhibit at Reiman Gardens. Join her for an informal reception with light refreshments, and enjoy the opportunity to purchase an original painting.