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Free Admission to both campuses, year-round.

Discounts on purchases in The Garden Shop, class fees and special events in the Gardens.

Members-only Previews of select exhibitions.

Reciprocity to museums and gardens throughout North America.

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Exhibitions
at Selby Gardens

Lynn Goldsmith and Patti Smith: Flowers and Friendship

Lynn Goldsmith and Patti Smith: Flowers and Friendship

On view June 20 – September 13, 2026 Downtown Sarasota campus The Richard and Ellen Sandor Museum of Botany & Learn More
Alexander Calder: The Nature of Movement

Alexander Calder: The Nature of Movement

Jean & Alfred Goldstein Exhibition Series On view February 8 – May 31, 2026 Downtown Sarasota campus The next installment Learn More
Robert Louis Stevenson: A Child’s Garden of Verses

Robert Louis Stevenson: A Child’s Garden of Verses

On view November 15, 2025 – August 30, 2026 Historic Spanish Point campus Open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 Learn More
The Orchid Show 2025: Rebecca Louise Law

The Orchid Show 2025: Rebecca Louise Law

On view October 11 – December 7 Downtown Sarasota campusSelby Gardens is excited to collaborate with British contemporary artist, Rebecca Learn More
The Florida Highwaymen: Interstate Connections

The Florida Highwaymen: Interstate Connections

On view July 20 – September 15, 2024 Downtown Sarasota campus The Museum of Botany & the Arts Our Summer Learn More
Yayoi Kusama: A Letter to Georgia O'Keeffe

Yayoi Kusama: A Letter to Georgia O’Keeffe

Jean & Alfred Goldstein Exhibition Series On view February 11 – June 30, 2024 Downtown Sarasota campus Tropical Conservatory, Gardens, Learn More
Clyde Butcher: Nature Through the Lens

Clyde Butcher: Nature Through the Lens

On view November 11, 2023 – August 31, 2024 Historic Spanish Point campus Open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 Learn More
Artist in Residence: Patti Smith

Artist in Residence: Patti Smith

An Evening with Patti Smith Dedicated to George Harrison February 12, 2025 Selby Gardens Artist in Residence Patti Smith returned Learn More

Calendar of Events

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October 2025

Yoga at Historic Spanish Point

Immerse yourself in the healing power of nature with this gentle, somatically guided yoga class with Christal of Infinity Yoga SRQ, set beneath the ancient oaks and along the serene waters of the Historic Spanish Point campus. This outdoor experience weaves mindful movement, breathwork, and nature connection to ground the body, soothe the nervous system, […]
09 Oct
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Historic Spanish Point Campus

Lights at Spooky Point

Two entry times nightly: 6:30 and 7:45 p.m. Early entry to Lights at Spooky Point is at 6:30 p.m. and General entry begins at 7:45 p.m. Last entry into Lights at Spooky Point is at 8:30 p.m. and the campus closes at 9 p.m. Don’t miss the chance to see our Historic Spanish Point campus […]
09 Oct
Featured Event
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Historic Spanish Point Campus

Lights at Spooky Point

Two entry times nightly: 6:30 and 7:45 p.m. Early entry to Lights at Spooky Point is at 6:30 p.m. and General entry begins at 7:45 p.m. Last entry into Lights at Spooky Point is at 8:30 p.m. and the campus closes at 9 p.m. Don’t miss the chance to see our Historic Spanish Point campus […]
10 Oct
Featured Event
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Historic Spanish Point Campus

The Orchid Show 2025: Rebecca Louise Law

Selby Gardens is excited to collaborate with British contemporary artist, Rebecca Louise Law, on The Orchid Show 2025 at the Downtown Sarasota campus. Exploring the theme of survival, the exhibition will feature an immersive art installation of dried flowers by Law in The Richard and Ellen Sandor Museum of Botany Presented by With support from James and […]
11 Oct - 07 Dec
All Day
Downtown Sarasota Campus
1534 Mound Street, Sarasota, FL 34236, USA

Yoga in the Gardens

Treat yourself to a peaceful mind/body yoga experience at the beautiful Selby Garden Downtown Sarasota campus. This class will focus on alignment, breathing techniques, and relaxation. Open to all skill levels. Must be age 18 or older. Recommended supplies: water bottle, sunscreen, sunglasses, comfortable clothes, towel, or yoga mat. Please arrive at the Welcome Center […]
11 Oct
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Downtown Sarasota Campus
1534 Mound Street, Sarasota, FL 34236, USA

Beginner’s Botanical Watercolor Workshop

Join us for a hands-on workshop designed for anyone eager to explore the art of botanical illustration and painting! Perfect for beginners or experienced artists new to botanical watercolor painting. No prior experience or materials needed—just bring your enthusiasm!  We are offering This class focuses on foundational techniques to bring the beauty of orchids to […]
11 Oct
2:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Downtown Sarasota Campus
1534 Mound Street, Sarasota, FL 34236, USA

Lights at Spooky Point

Two entry times nightly: 6:30 and 7:45 p.m. Early entry to Lights at Spooky Point is at 6:30 p.m. and General entry begins at 7:45 p.m. Last entry into Lights at Spooky Point is at 8:30 p.m. and the campus closes at 9 p.m. Don’t miss the chance to see our Historic Spanish Point campus […]
11 Oct
Featured Event
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Historic Spanish Point Campus

Yoga at Historic Spanish Point

Immerse yourself in the healing power of nature with this gentle, somatically guided yoga class with Christal of Infinity Yoga SRQ, set beneath the ancient oaks and along the serene waters of the Historic Spanish Point campus. This outdoor experience weaves mindful movement, breathwork, and nature connection to ground the body, soothe the nervous system, […]
12 Oct
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Historic Spanish Point Campus

Lights at Spooky Point

Two entry times nightly: 6:30 and 7:45 p.m. Early entry to Lights at Spooky Point is at 6:30 p.m. and General entry begins at 7:45 p.m. Last entry into Lights at Spooky Point is at 8:30 p.m. and the campus closes at 9 p.m. Don’t miss the chance to see our Historic Spanish Point campus […]
12 Oct
Featured Event
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Historic Spanish Point Campus

Cyanotype & Watercolor

Instructor: Bianca Selket of Art on Fire, LLC In this workshop we explore two mediums in one: Cyanotype, an early form of photography powered by the sun, embellished with watercolors! Arrange your composition on pre-prepped deckled-edge watercolor paper. Allow the sun to do its magic and return to a beautiful cyanotype motif to paint in […]
13 Oct
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Downtown Sarasota Campus
1534 Mound Street, Sarasota, FL 34236, USA

Lights at Spooky Point

Two entry times nightly: 6:30 and 7:45 p.m. Early entry to Lights at Spooky Point is at 6:30 p.m. and General entry begins at 7:45 p.m. Last entry into Lights at Spooky Point is at 8:30 p.m. and the campus closes at 9 p.m. Don’t miss the chance to see our Historic Spanish Point campus […]
13 Oct
Featured Event
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Historic Spanish Point Campus

Beginner’s Botanical Watercolor Workshop

Join us for a hands-on workshop designed for anyone eager to explore the art of botanical illustration and painting! Perfect for beginners or experienced artists new to botanical watercolor painting. No prior experience or materials needed—just bring your enthusiasm!  We are offering This class focuses on foundational techniques to bring the beauty of orchids to […]
14 Oct
2:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Downtown Sarasota Campus
1534 Mound Street, Sarasota, FL 34236, USA
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