The Atlanta Botanical Gardens Gainesville is a great way to spend afternoons with the family or even alone for a quiet stroll. The gardens are open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday April to October and will feature some great events and exhibits you won’t want to miss this spring.
The newest event coming up will be by artist Patrick Dougherty, who will create one of his monumental sculptures this spring from wood, branches and twigs harvested on site, and visitors can watch his fascinating art is being made from March 23 to April 8, according to www.atlantabg.org.
Dougherty, is an artist from North Carolina, and has been acclaimed internationally for his sculptures that are made with organic materials that will break down over time.
From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. through April, take the kiddos to the Terrific Trains exhibit. Children can see the train int he garden and play with trains, as well.
On Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. there is a weekly Children’s Story Time; which is free with garden admission or annual membership.
If you haven’t visited the Gainesville location, it’s a must this spring. From the visitor center, outdoor gardens and amphitheater, it’s a one of Gainesville’s newest gems. The gardens are located on land donated by Charles and Lessie Smithgall, and will eventually be one of the largest and diverse woodland gardens in the country.
Atlanta Botanical Gardens Gainesville is located at 1911 Sweetbay Drive in Gainesville.
Watch the Trains at Atlanta Botanical Garden Gainesville by clicking here.
