Summer Programs at Powell Gardens
About Powell Gardens’ Guided Summer Programs
Powell Gardens offers a variety of themed program options for youth in grades K through 6.
Each guided program is 60 minutes and incorporates field journals, nature investigations, crafts, and nature games. Once the summer program is finished, spend the day touring the other garden areas and nature trail. Ample space is available for each group to enjoy lunch before or after programs.
The Booking Process
To reserve a guided program, please request a program and date using the online reservation system. You will be asked to select the time you would like to begin the guided program, the number of children attending, and the type of program. All programs are 60 minutes in length and begin at the time you select in the reservation system. Please select a start time of either 9:30 a.m. or 10:00 a.m. to ensure the program wraps up before lunch.
These programs require a group minimum of 10 students and a maximum of 60 students per time slot. Larger groups may be divided into two programs and will be scheduled in back-to-back time slots. Camp counselors and staff receive free admission. Groups may enjoy the Gardens before or after the 60-minute guided program is completed.
Guided Program Fees
Students – $8
Chaperones – $10
Teachers/Staff – Free
*All program requests are considered tentative until confirmed via email. Your group will be sent an invoice once the field trip details are confirmed.
About Powell Gardens' Self-Guided Visits
Camps wanting to bring a group of children to the Gardens, and are not reserving a guided program, are expected to schedule a self-guided visit by filling in the self-guided visit form. The number of camp groups in the Gardens is closely managed because group spaces are limited.
The Booking Process
To reserve a self-guided group visit, please complete the group visit request form. Please select a preferred and alternate date and time, provide the number of attendees, and include your contact information. Payment will be accepted the day of arrival.
Self-Guided Visit Fees
Students – $5
Teachers/Staff – $8
Chaperones/Parents – $10
*All program requests are considered tentative until confirmed via email.
Guided programs must be reserved at least two weeks in advance of the desired date and are scheduled weekdays at 9:30 a.m. or 10:00 a.m. These programs require a group minimum of 10 students and a maximum of 60 students per time slot. Camp counselors and staff receive free admission.
*An adult to child ratio of at least 1:10 is highly encouraged but no more than one adult for every five students is permitted. Exceptions apply. Member discounts and benefits cannot be applied to field trip admission.
Programs fill up quickly. Make sure to register early to reserve your space.
Once registered, you will receive confirmation of your enrollment via email. Class updates and links will be sent to the email address used to register.