Local botanical artist, Briahna Michalsky, returns for another session on botanical dyes. In this class you’ll learn how to turn items foraged from forest, field, and garden to create surprising color results. You’ll use demonstrated techniques to create a custom small cotton tote bag or throw pillowcase. This is a beginner-level course, and a previous […]
Our April session quickly sold out, so we are adding two dates for the Summer! What better way to spend a Sunday afternoon than sipping a mimosa, enjoying a few snacks, and playing with flowers? Join Yew Dell staff member Jill Tinius for this delightful offering. Jill will share pro tips on selecting, prepping, and […]
The Sheryl Rouse Band closes out Bourbon & Botanicals 2025 with her incredible talents channeling Tina Turner, Donna Summer, Aretha Franklin, and other legends. Each night's timeline: 5:30p - Gates, Garden Gift Shop, and Martha Lee’s Café open 6p - Garden Walk with Horticulture Team 7p - Live Music in our covered Rounsavall Pavilion 9p […]
Wreaths aren’t just for the winter holidays! As the gardens start to slow down, they provide an abundance of material for decorating. Join Garden & Arboretum Manager, Sayde Heckman, as she shares the fun and guides you through the process of building your own wreath with material collected around the gardens. Please keep in mind […]
Gratitude is the obvious theme for a workshop a week before Autumn commences. Cultures have long celebrated bountiful harvests with rituals of gratitude and the spiritual dimension of homecoming. We will also acknowledge that fall is a time of “hunkering down” in the natural world: temperatures cool, plants grow dormant, animals prepare for the upcoming […]
Spend a glorious fall afternoon in the garden, sipping bubbly and creating a magical bouquet of the season’s bounty. Join Yew Dell cut flower guru, Jill Tinius, as she walks you through the finer points of the perfect bouquet for you own table. Ticket includes a mimosa (or non-alcoholic drink) and snacks to put you […]
Dinner party in the gardens? Yes, please! This fall gathering is the third in our Garden to Table series. Enjoy garden-inspired small plates, passed apps, craft cocktails and desserts — all crafted by our very own Chef Mike. Only 40 seats are available, so rally your favorite people and grab a ticket! Please keep in […]
Calling all bird lovers! Join bluebird expert Philip Tamplin from the Kentucky Bluebird Society for a fun and fascinating session all about bluebirds’ fall behavior. You’ll learn what they’re up to this time of year and how to get your yard ready for the next nesting season. After the chat, we’ll walk through the gardens […]
Thanks to our amazing sponsors, Dean Dorton, LG&E and KU Foundation, and Liberty Federal Credit Union, Boo Dell is back and better than ever! Meet our Community Partners on the Trail of Treats, jam to live music, enjoy fun activities from our Horticulture Team and other family-friendly surprises in a non-scary environment. Kids (and kids-at-heart!) […]
Add some handmade charm to your holiday season! Join Yew Dell Garden & Arboretum Manager, Sayde Heckman, to create a one-of-a-kind holiday ornament using dried flowers harvested right here on the grounds. Sayde and her team have been pressing blooms all season, so you’ll have plenty of gorgeous materials to choose from. You’ll build your […]
Looking to wow your Thanksgiving guests? We’ve got you covered. Join Jill Tinius for this workshop where you’ll design a gorgeous long-and-low fall centerpiece with taper candles to bring your holiday table to life. We’ll provide all the materials, instructions and of course, the snacks and a spiced hot cider (or non-alcoholic drink). You’ll walk […]
Ready to level up your holiday decor game? This extra-festive wreath-making workshop is just for the adults! We’ll provide everything you need: fresh greens, a wreath base, loads of fun add-ons and expert guidance. You’ll also enjoy tasty holiday refreshments and get exclusive access to stroll the Yuletide lights once your masterpiece is complete. NOTE: […]
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