Great Green Adventures: Exploring the Chinese Garden

Saturday, March 16, 2019

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Tucked away from view, the Chinese Garden at the Missouri Botanical Garden may be easy to pass by, but this special garden is well worth the stop.

Great Green Adventures are drop-in activities that explore a special part of the Missouri Botanical Garden each month on the third Saturday. Kids will learn about plants, nature and green living through hands-on activities, journaling, stories and games.

Great Green Adventures are designed for ages 6–12. Adults may accompany up to three children. Younger siblings may attend.

• 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. or 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.

• No pre-registration needed

• $3 per child (with Garden admission)

• Free for Garden members

Meet at the Children’s Garden Ticket Fort. At the Missouri Botanical Garden.

More information: mobot.org

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Tags: Family Events in St. Louis, Missouri Botanical Garden, Great Green Adventures, nature, outdoor events, Things to do with kids in St. Louis

Locations: St. Louis

Ages: Elementary Age

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