2020 Festivals

Festival of Butterflies

Step into the magical world of butterflies and enjoy opportunities to learn more about these fluttering creatures.

Harvest Fest

Experience fall at Powell Gardens. Explore nature's bounty in the Heartland Harvest Garden.

Festival of Lights

Join us for this unique holiday display and see the Gardens during the most magical time of the year.

Explore The Gardens

PHOTO STREAM – #POWELLGARDENS

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Can you guess where these succulents are at Powell

Can you guess where these succulents are at Powell Gardens? (Swipe through to see if you got it right!)🌵☀️
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Our staff and partner artists have been hard at work cultivating blooms and creative displays for you to enjoy. Staff gardener Cassie worked on this topiary. Check it out on the Visitor Center terrace! Reserve tickets (link in bio) to #HeadOutside this week.

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Caring for a botanical garden takes all sorts of u

Caring for a botanical garden takes all sorts of unique skills. This week, we invited a scuba crew to help us with a special project. Any guesses to what they were up to while diving in our lake? Leave your best guess in the comments!

#scubasaturday #powellgardens #botanicalgarden #scubadiving #scubaislife #garden

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🥦🍓🍠 We're got #FoodieFriday news to share

🥦🍓🍠 We're got #FoodieFriday news to share! In response to the pandemic, we have replaced our sit-down restaurant with a dispersed food model spearheaded by Chef Michael Foust of @blacksheep39th. We're excited for this new partnership! What do you hope he puts on the menu? .
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MORE: Foust will manage the culinary experiences at the Gardens for the remainder of 2020. In June, we will implement a distributed dining model featuring ingredients sourced from the Heartland Harvest Garden, one of the nation’s premiere edible gardens. Visitors will be able to reserve gourmet picnics on special occasions, order from Foust’s 35-foot food truck (the 1953 Spartan RV made from aircraft metal fondly known as “Ethel”), and pick up grab-and-go options to enjoy across the Garden’s 175 acres.

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We are excited to present Head Outside (May 20-Jun

We are excited to present Head Outside (May 20-June 21), an outdoor exhibit featuring the work of seven ceramic artists situated within the horticultural displays at Powell Gardens. Link in bio for more information. (Pictured: Horticulture display near the Visitor Center terrace.) #powellgardens #headoutside #headoutsidekc #botanicalgarden #garden

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💜🌿 Powell Garden is open to the public (Wedn

💜🌿 Powell Garden is open to the public (Wednesday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.) starting May 20, 2020. That's today! Click the links in bio to reserve tickets and see information about health and safety precautions in the Gardens. .
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Thanks to @enigmaticimagery for capturing this great shot! Pictured: Fuschia. #powellgardens #headoutside #botanicalgardens #ourgardensyourhome #explorekc

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After evaluating the first phase of our gradual re

After evaluating the first phase of our gradual reopening, we are pleased to announce that Powell Gardens will reopen to the public beginning Wednesday, May 20 with the following safety precautions in place: ☀️ All visitors will be required to reserve advance timed tickets online. Timed entry enables us to provide a contactless experience and regulate the number of visitors in the Gardens at any given time. ☀️ Hours will be limited to 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Wednesday–Sunday to ensure our custodial staff can maintain increased sanitization procedures. We will also be open on May 25 for Memorial Day. ☀️ All buildings will be closed, except for three public restrooms. Tram service will be suspended. The Byron Shutz Nature Trail and the Perennial Garden will be closed. ☀️ Visitors will travel along one-way paths. Select areas will be open for picnics. ☀️ Visitors are encouraged to follow CDC recommendations and practice social distancing.

Tickets and more info available in the links in bio.

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🥬☀️ #MondayMotivation: More veggies. This c

🥬☀️ #MondayMotivation: More veggies. This cold frame, built by Powell Gardens staff, is being used in the Heartland Harvest Garden to protect crops from spring's wettest and coldest days. The structure acts as a small greenhouse to extend the growing season of the plants inside! .
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Our team loves sharing garden knowledge with you. If you have a question about your home garden, leave a comment below. We'll answer a few in our stories on Friday!

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For our staff, it's #NationalPublicGardensWeek all

For our staff, it's #NationalPublicGardensWeek all year long! Our team is made up of all sorts of creative and hard-working individuals. If you're interested in working at Powell Gardens, several positions are available. Click the link in bio for more information and to apply.

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Powell Gardens is full great views, including this

Powell Gardens is full great views, including this favorite overlooking the Marjorie Powell Allen Chapel. What are some of your favorite spots around the Gardens? .
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#powellgardens #botanicalgarden #nationalpublicgardensweek #garden #ourgardensyourhome #explorekc #kansascity #spring

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This #NationalPublicGardensWeek, Powell Gardens CE

This #NationalPublicGardensWeek, Powell Gardens CEO/President Tabitha Schmidt reflects on the importance of public gardens in our lives. She says, "There are three words that define public gardens for me. REAL! Gardens touch all five senses and are best experienced IRL. ESSENTIAL! All life depends on plants. Without them we would not exist. JOYFUL! Gardens inspire feelings of peace, freedom, and wonder. The joy of our visitors bring Powell Gardens to life." .
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Member tickets for this weekend are available in the link in bio. We look forward to opening to the public soon. #PowellGardens #OurGardensYourHome #botanicalgarden #garden #kcgarden #spring #explorekc #headoutside #kansascity #gardensofinstagram

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🌱💜 The best way to celebrate #NationalPublic

🌱💜 The best way to celebrate #NationalPublicGardensWeek is with a visit to Powell Gardens. Tickets are still available for this weekend! (The Gardens are currently open to members Wednesday-Sunday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Advanced tickets are required and can be reserved online using the link in bio. Guests will notice Garden operations have adjusted along local and national health and safety recommendations. Guests will experience no-contact entry, limited access to buildings, and one-way paths. More information about these changes can be found in the link in bio.) .
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(Pictured: Fritillaria persica.) #powellgardens #ourgardensyourhome #botanicalgarden #garden #plantsofinstagram #kansascity #explorekansascity #headoutside #purpleflower

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🌸🌱 Powell Gardens members are part of Recipr

🌸🌱 Powell Gardens members are part of Reciprocal Admission Program from @am_hort_society. This program gives members access to 330+ gardens across North America! What garden is next on your bucket list? (Pictured: Tropicana rose at Powell Gardens.) #nationalpublicgardensweek #ourgardensyourhome #powellgardens #botanicalgarden #garden #plantsofinstagram #tropicanarose #rosesofinstagram #kansascity

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Are you a parent or educator look for quality at-h

Are you a parent or educator look for quality at-home and outdoor resources for kids? During #NationalPublicGardensWeek, visit www.plantheroes.org to discover new ways to engage kids while at home. Download activity books, field guides and more! (All other resources are available in the link in bio.)

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This #NationalPublicGardensWeek feels extra specia

This #NationalPublicGardensWeek feels extra special. With all that's going on in the world, we're more thankful than ever for our role as Kansas City's botanical garden. We enjoy seeing our community utilize our space in so many creative and special ways throughout the year. What's your favorite way to visit? .
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Powell Gardens is currently open to members. Advanced tickets are required (click link in bio to reserve). To learn more about our health and safety precautions, visit link in bio.
#powellgardens #ourgardensyourhome #botanicalgarden #garden #containergardening #pottedplants #explorekc #kansascity #springinkansascity

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#HappyMothersDay! It's wonderful to be able to sha

#HappyMothersDay! It's wonderful to be able to share our space with members during this special weekend. If you visit the Gardens this week, tag your posts with #PowellGardens to show us. 🌱🌸 .
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Powell Gardens is currently open to members only, Wednesday-Sunday from 10 a.m. - 4p.m. Advanced tickets are required and can be reserved by clicking the link in bio. (Information about healthy and safety precautions at Powell Gardens is available in bio as well.) If you're not a member, check out the link in bio to learn more about becoming one today! Members have free access to the Gardens all year long.

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🌿 Powell Gardens wants to put an expert horticu

🌿 Powell Gardens wants to put an expert horticulturist in your pocket. PlantSnap is an easy-to-use plant identification app. Snap a photo and learn all about what's growing in front of you! To try it out on the Powell Gardens collection, click the link in bio to download PlantSnap. (Pictured: Pixie Parasols Viburnum at Powell Gardens.) #powellgardens #botanicalgarden #nationalpublicgardensweek #ourgardensyourhome #plantsnap #plantidentification #pixieparasol #plantsofinstagram

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🌳🌷☀️ From our garden to yours, happy #na

🌳🌷☀️ From our garden to yours, happy #nationalpublicgardensweek! While this spring looks different than ones before, we are glad to be slowly reopening our space to our garden friends. Powell Gardens is currently open to members Wednesday-Sunday, 10 a.m. - 4p.m. Advanced tickets are required; reserve using the link in bio.
Powell Gardens is implementing recommended health and safety precautions. Visitors will notice contactless entry, closed buildings, and one-way paths among other adjustments. To learn more about our reopening plan and procedures, click the link in bio, then "COVID-19 and Reopening Plan".

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Hey Kansas City! It’s #ThankfulThursday and this

Hey Kansas City! It’s #ThankfulThursday and this week we’re feeling oh so grateful. 🌱 .
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☀️We are thankful to our community for supporting us while we slowly reopen our space. ☀️We are thankful to our donors and members, and the visitors who love Powell Gardens. ☀️We are thankful for our staff, who continue to work hard to keep the Gardens safe and lovely for all of us. .
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To learn more about how we’re reopening the Gardens, click the link in bio. Tickets for members are available now (link in bio) and should be reserved in advance of your visit. #powellgardens #ourgardensyourhome #botanicalgarden #garden #kansascitybotanicalgarden #headoutside

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☀️🌳 Looking for new things to do at home th

☀️🌳 Looking for new things to do at home this week? We just added another free resource to our collection! (Link in bio. Click "At-Home Resources".) Check out our kid-friendly activities and videos that help you explore your own backyard.

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We’ve got plenty of space for socially distanced

We’ve got plenty of space for socially distanced picnics with mom, but our gourmet farm-to-blanket brunches by Chef Michael Foust of @blacksheep39th are going fast! Orders due by Thursday at noon. More details ⬇️
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🥐 Bloom Bakery Chocolate Croissant ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
🥚🌱 Powell Gardens Quiche
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🥗 Spring Greens and Grains Salad
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🍾 Beverage add-ons available

Currently open to members only. Limited quantities available Friday, May 8, Saturday, May 9, and Sunday, May 10. Basket for two $50 | Basket for four $100

Email info@powellgardens.org to reserve a picnic by noon on Thursday, May 7. Don't forget to register for advanced timed-tickets. Not a member? Join now at the link in bio to take advantage of this exclusive member benefit!

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#MembershipMonday: Powell Gardens is reopening gra

#MembershipMonday: Powell Gardens is reopening gradually, and, starting May 6, members will be able to visit the Gardens Wednesday-Sunday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. (Advanced ticket are required. Click the link in bio to reserve your tickets.) If you're not a member, click the link in bio to become one today! 🌸🌱☀️
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We look forward to providing an open, outdoor space for our community to enjoy. We're working hard to ensure the safety of our staff and visitors. When you visit, you may notice changes like contactless entry, closed buildings, and one-way paths. To learn more about our health and safety plan, click the "COVID-19 and Community Health" link in our bio. .
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(Pictured: Prunus photographed by @bulolo1971 at Powell Gardens.) #powellgardens #botanicalgarden #garden #prunus #floweringprunus #plantsofinstagram #plants #spring #explorekc #kansascity #headoutside #moreplantsplease #spiritoftravel @lstourism

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We'll be open to members for Mothers' Day Weekend

We'll be open to members for Mothers' Day Weekend (with safety precautions in place)! Celebrate mom with beautiful blooms and plenty of space to spread out for a picnic. We're partnering with Chef Michael Foust of @blacksheep39th to offer members the exclusive opportunity to reserve a gourmet farm-to-blanket brunch.
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Each brunch basket includes: ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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🥐 Bloom Bakery Chocolate Croissant ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
🥚🌱 Powell Gardens Quiche
with @buttonwoodfarm eggs, @greendirtfarm cheese, asparagus, and garden herbs ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
🥗 Spring Greens and Grains Salad
with grilled ham and deviled egg, walking onion honey mustard dressing ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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tossed with field garlic and parmigiana ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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🍓 Chocolate Covered Strawberry ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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🍾 Beverage add-ons available

Limited quantities available Friday, May 8, Saturday, May 9, and Sunday, May 10. Basket for two $50 | Basket for four $100

Email info@powellgardens.org to reserve a picnic by noon on Thursday, May 7. Don't forget to register for advanced timed-tickets. Not a member? Join now at the link in bio to take advantage of this exclusive member benefit!

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#GardenTip: Spilled Wine Weigela (pictured) is an

#GardenTip: Spilled Wine Weigela (pictured) is an easy-to-maintain, flowering shrub. The color holds through the heat of summer, plus the flowers attract hummingbirds. Our favorite part? This plant isn't fussy about site conditions!
#powellgardens #botanicalgarden #ourgardensyourhome #garden #spilledwineweigela #weigela #plants #plantsofinstagram #kansascity

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It's Friday! Anyone else have plans to spend time

It's Friday! Anyone else have plans to spend time outside this weekend? (Thanks @dmczepeda23 for sharing this great shot!)
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Don't forget to check out our home garden Q&A in our story. #powellgardens #askagardener #garden #botanicalgarden #happyfriday #kansascity #explorekansascity #plants

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In anticipation of the end of stay-at-home orders

In anticipation of the end of stay-at-home orders in Johnson County, Missouri, we plan to begin our gradual reopening process with the following precautions in place to ensure the health and safety of our visitors and staff. 🌱 Beginning Wednesday, May 6 Powell Gardens will reopen for members only. Members will receive an email with instructions for purchasing tickets. 🌱 All visitors will be required to reserve advance tickets online. Tickets will be timed to regulate the number of visitors in the Gardens at any given time. 🌱 Hours will be limited to 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Wednesday–Sunday to ensure our custodial staff can maintain increased sanitization procedures. 🌱 All buildings will be closed, except for three public restrooms spaced throughout the Gardens. Tram service will be suspended. 🌱 Visitors will travel along one-way paths. Select areas will be open for picnics and leisure. 🌱 Guests will be encouraged to follow CDC recommendations and practice social distancing.
Powell Gardens is here for you as a beautiful space for release and rejuvenation during this challenging time. Take a deep breath, explore the expansive Gardens, and safely get out of the house. To become a member, visit powellgardens.org/join. (Pictured: Dodecatheon, aka "shooting star" in the David T. Beals Woodland and Stream Garden 💫) #powellgardens #botanicalgarden #garden #shootingstar #plantsofinstagram #dodecatheon

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We miss having our friends in the Gardens and have

We miss having our friends in the Gardens and have been hard at work on a plan to welcome you back safely. We’re sharing the first stage of our gradual reopening plan TONIGHT! 🌿
Subscribe to our emails (link in bio) to make sure you don't miss it.

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Our space (all 970 acres!) gives us our #MondayMot

Our space (all 970 acres!) gives us our #MondayMotivation.🌷We love taking care of it, and want you to feel confident in your own garden adventures. Share your questions with us below. Our horticulture staff answer a few in our stories on Friday! (Pictured: bed of tulips near the Seed to Plate Greenhouse.) #powellgardens #ourgardensyourhome #askagardener #tulips #tulipsofinstagram #plantsofinstagram #spring #homegarden #garden #botanicalgarden

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Thankful for all that a new week brings! What are

Thankful for all that a new week brings! What are you looking forward to?
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Pictured: Walkway near the Visitor Center. #powellgardens #botanicalgarden #garden #midwest #explorekc #kansascity #flowers #spring #newweek

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Midwest weather is a constant reminder to enjoy wh

Midwest weather is a constant reminder to enjoy what's right in front of us. It won't be long before it changes! 🌥

#powellgardens #botanicalgarden #garden #fog #sunrise #midwestweather #kansascity #explorekc #tree #stayathomekc #treesofinstagram

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Happy Friday, Kansas City! This week, we answered

Happy Friday, Kansas City! This week, we answered your questions about watering cacti, rejuvinating lilacs, selecting perennials for Kansas City and more. Check out our stories to see the full Q&A! 🌱
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(Pictured: Emperor tulips at Powell Gardens.) #powellgardens #askagardener #homegarden #botanicalgarden #garden #diygarden #gardenathome #growityourself #plant #tulip #emperortulips #tulipsofinstagram #plantsofinstagram #kansascity