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Member Benefits

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

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

Global Icon Will Return to Selby Gardens in 2025!Upcoming Patti Smith PerformancesAn Evening with Patti Smith Dedicated to George Harrison Learn More
Roy Lichtenstein: Monet's Garden Goes Pop!

Past Exhibits at Selby Gardens

Jean and Alfred Goldstein Exhibition SeriesBegun in 2015, this immersive exhibition series examines master artists and their relationships to nature Learn More
Rainforest Masks of Costa Rica

Rainforest Masks of Costa Rica

Explore the natural wonders of the tropical rainforest as depicted on the handcrafted masks of the Indigenous artists of Boruca, Learn More

Calendar of Events

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November 2024

Patti Smith: A Book of Days

On view November 9, 2024 – August 31, 2025 Historic Spanish Point campus, Open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Selby Gardens is excited to collaborate with Artist-in-Residence Patti Smith on this upcoming exhibition at the Historic Spanish Point campus. The exhibition will feature a selection of photographs taken by the famed poet and musician that […]
09 Nov - 31 Aug
All Day
Historic Spanish Point Campus
February 2025

Little Sprouts Club

Little Sprouts Club is a family-guided interactive program designed for preschoolers and their caregivers to stimulate curiosity and build a lifelong love of nature. Created to engage young ones aged 2-5, Little Sprouts Club sessions feature hands-on activities and experiences to engage the young and the young at heart in a fun, relaxed atmosphere.    […]
21 Feb
10:30 am - 11:30 am
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 […]
22 Feb
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Downtown Sarasota Campus
1534 Mound Street, Sarasota, FL 34236, USA

Family Saturday

Calling all kids (and kids at heart)! Spend Saturday morning enjoying fun art and nature activities at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens’ Downtown Sarasota Campus! Held once a month January through May, Family Saturdays offer artistic activities for children in the great outdoors. Find us in the Ann Goldstein Children’s Rainforest Garden, where budding artists will […]
22 Feb
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Downtown Sarasota Campus
1534 Mound Street, Sarasota, FL 34236, USA

Kokedama with Young Choe

Kokedama is a style of Japanese bonsai. Loosely translated, ‘koke’ means moss and ‘dama’ means ball. The idea has its origins in Japan where Kokedama are very popular. The historical Japanese form of kokedama had miniature sculptured bonsai trees displayed on handmade pottery or pieces of driftwood. In this class you will create a more modern kokedama, with an […]
23 Feb
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Downtown Sarasota Campus
1534 Mound Street, Sarasota, FL 34236, USA

Garden Music Series – Dirk Quinn Band

Dirk Quinn is the guitarist for the jazz/funk band that coincidentally bears his name.  Based out of Philadelphia, the group travels extensively throughout the US and Canada.  Utilizing over a decade of steady performing, they’ve developed a unique and sincere style – one that appeals to a wide variety of music listeners with fans ranging […]
23 Feb
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Historic Spanish Point Campus

Introduction to Acrylic Painting en Plein Air

Water-based acrylics are a wonderful medium for landscape painting in the open air! Painters of all levels can fall in love with these portable, fast-drying, and easy-to-clean-up alternatives to oils. This class is designed for beginners and anyone looking to further their skills in creating art with acrylics. You will learn about color mixing, complementary […]
24 Feb
10:15 am - 1:00 pm
Downtown Sarasota Campus
1534 Mound Street, Sarasota, FL 34236, USA

FUNdamentals of Watercolor

Instructor: Bianca Selket of Art on Fire, LLC This 101 of Watercolor is for anyone! Taught in beginner-friendly style and designed to give you the confidence to approach watercolor, whether you aspire to paint portraits, objects, or en plein air.  In this class, we’ll focus on flora and have fun in the process. General admission […]
24 Feb
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Downtown Sarasota Campus
1534 Mound Street, Sarasota, FL 34236, USA

Living Plant Portraits with Young Choe

Perfect for lovers of both art and plants, Living Plant Portraits are unique pieces of framed art that will brighten your workspace or elevate your gallery wall with 3-dimensional natural beauty. In this class, you will create your own miniature vertical garden with the instructor, who provides easy to follow, step by step instructions. About […]
25 Feb
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Downtown Sarasota Campus
1534 Mound Street, Sarasota, FL 34236, USA

Floral Design Evening with Tailored Twig

Floral Design at Selby Gardens is a hands-on date for you and your friends.  Learn how to design gorgeous, custom flower arrangements as we partner with local floral gurus to bring you a night of wine and luscious design.  Our instructors will provide a flattering selection of flowers and guide you through the construction of […]
25 Feb
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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 […]
26 Feb
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Downtown Sarasota Campus
1534 Mound Street, Sarasota, FL 34236, USA

Steinwachs Family Plant Research Center Tour

Join us on select Wednesday afternoons for an exclusive tour of the Steinwachs Family Plant Research Center (PRC). This new state-of-the-art facility combines the best of traditional and cutting-edge science. Discover Selby Gardens’ outstanding preserved and library collections, and the green technology and innovative sustainability features throughout the facility helping to make Selby Gardens a pioneering […]
26 Feb
2:00 pm - 2:45 pm
Downtown Sarasota Campus
1534 Mound Street, Sarasota, FL 34236, USA
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