June 7 – September 21
From polka dots to stripes—nature’s got style
This summer, celebrate our universal attraction to patterns through playfully planted gardens and nature-inspired art that’ll stretch your imagination. Discover installations and garden beds featuring dynamic patterns, transformational art, and upcycled fashion.
Special Events & Classes
Patterned by Nature Walking Tours
Monday – Friday
June 9 – September 19
11 a.m., noon, 1 and 2 p.m.
Beats in the Garden
with Planet Chambo and Solidarity Studios
Saturday, August 2
noon to 4 p.m.
Esplanade
Patterns & Nature: Illustrations from the Rare Book Collection
Saturday, August 9, at 1 p.m.
Prints and Patterns
Printmaking with artist Camille Billie
Sunday, August 17
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Prints and Patterns
Printmaking with artist Camille Billie
Sunday, August 31
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Beats in the Garden
with Planet Chambo and Solidarity Studios
Saturday, September 6
noon to 4 p.m.
Esplanade
Prints and Patterns
Printmaking with artist Camille Billie
Sunday, September 14
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
A Study of Patterned Gardens
Ornamental Plant Materials Certificate
2 Saturdays:
July 19 and 26
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Paintings Inspired by Patterned Gardens
Botanical Arts Certificate
3 Wednesdays:
July 23 – August 6
9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Yin-Yang: Painting Opposites in Nature
Botanical Arts Certificate
3 Wednesdays:
August 13 – 27
9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.