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Go Public Gardens Days
May 9th - May 18th, 2025
Join the American Public Gardens Association’s Public Garden Photo Scavenger Hunt during Go Public Gardens Days 2025!
Each day from May 9-18, will feature a different scavenger hunt theme of something to “go find” at your local public garden or arboretum. Post your photos on your social channels on the day that matches the theme and be sure to tag: @columbusbotanicalgarden, #GoPublicGardensDays, and #GoPublicGardens.
The Garden will also be sharing our own photos throughout Go Public Garden Days!
Friday MAY 9 - SPRING BLOOMS
Kick off the Photo Scavenger Hunt by snapping your favorite spring bloom!
Spring Blooms Scavenger hunt available at the kiosk
Saturday MAY 10 - MIGRATORY BIRDS
Find a bird to photograph to celebrate #WorldMigratoryBirdDay.
Sunday MAY 11 - MOTHER'S DAY
Celebrate #MothersDay by sharing a photo of your mom or mother figure
Monday MAY 12 - BUTTERFLIES!
Capture a photo or short video of a butterfly enjoying the spring blooms.
Tuesday MAY 13 - LOVE YOUR GARDEN!
Come out and love your garden by creating a fun craft and enjoy a free guided tour at select times - 11am, 1pm, & 3pm!
Wednesday MAY 14 - NEW TO YOU
Spot a spring bloom or plant that’s new to you and share it. Don’t forget to include its name!
Thursday MAY 15 - BUSY BEES!
Spot some busy bees buzzing around spring flowers? Snap a photo or quick video of them in action! Drop in between 2-5pm (last entry at 4) to learn about honey bees and beekeeping!
Friday MAY 16 - Staff Appreciation
Ask a staff member at your local public garden to show you their favorite spring bloom. They’re welcome to be in the photo with you or simply take a photo of their favorite flower to share!
Saturday MAY 17 - SPRING BLOOMS
Free Admission, donation appreciated for our gator fund!
Sunday MAY 18 - ENDANGERED SPECIES
Check out our longleaf pine grove and learn more about the longleaf pine ecosystem #EndangeredSpeciesDay
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