Events

With over 1,200 acres of breathing room, including peaceful indoor spaces, the Arboretum serves as a refuge to rejuvenate the mind, body, and spirit in one of the greenest spaces in Minnesota. Our Yoga in the Gardens series features year-round wellness classes led by local instructors.

Plein air painting is the art of capturing outdoor scenes from life. This form of painting from life moves artists out of the studio to study real landscapes. The result is a snapshot of a moment in time, one that might be remembered, but never repeated. Visitors to this exhibition at the Bell Museum will learn about the art of painting outdoors, its importance in the field of natural history, and its role in the making of the Bell’s dioramas. 

Join Extension and the DNR for a series of free professional development webinars for ecological restoration practitioners and project managers.

Join us for the first of three CFANS eLearning Showcase Seminars on April 3, 1:00-2:00pm, on Zoom. The seminar will feature three presentations that address diversity and accessibility.

CFANS Undergrads, can you believe how quickly this semester has flown by? To honor all of your incredible achievements, we're hosting a spectacular event filled with fun and relaxation. Join us for the CFANS Study Day celebration, featuring Afro Deli delights, treats, a caricature artist, creative crafts, a lively photobooth, and even a mechanical bull! Need a quiet space to hit the books? We've got you covered too.

Come plant trees with the future stewards of our urban forests! Arboriculture: Selection and Management of Trees students are hosting the official UMN Arbor Day celebration at the Child Development Laboratory School.

Mark your calendars for the 2024 Connecting with U - Animal Science Showcase, taking place Thursday, April 25, 2024. 

Get outside to enjoy the Arboretum’s tree collections, and celebrate the holiday that honors the planting, upkeep and preservation of trees. Complete a Tree Bingo card to get to know trees at the Arb; experience our tree-themed pop-up in the Great Hall with items from the rare book collection and meet the Minnesota Herb Society. Listen to tree stories in the Andersen Horticultural Library, attend presentations throughout the Arboretum’s tree exhibits, and take home a free tree sapling to plant in your yard.

We cordially invite you to attend an evening dinner event at the Bell Museum that is dedicated to BBE Departmental Scholarship Fundraising. All proceeds will go to support BBE and SSM undergraduate students