Recent Press Releases
Selby Gardens Welcomes New Orchid Research Botanist
Accomplished Scientist Tatiana Arias Brings Expertise in Tropical Plant Biology and Conservation Sarasota, Fla, December 2, 2021 – Marie Selby Botanical Gardens has added another world-class scientist to its diverse botany team. Award-winning botanist Dr. Tatiana...
Selby Gardens announces Campaign Capping Challenge to secure remaining funds for Phase One of the Master Plan at the Downtown Sarasota campus
Initiator Donors pledge $2.5 million towards dollar-for-dollar match SARASOTA, Fla., October 6, 2021 – Marie Selby Botanical Gardens (Selby Gardens) is excited to announce a Campaign Capping Challenge to secure the remaining funds needed for Phase One of the...
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens and Community Foundation of Sarasota County expand partnership through three-year, $200,000 initiative connecting garden experiences and science-based career paths
The partnership expands Family Togetherness programming to Selby Gardens’ Historic Spanish Point campus and will establish a curriculum for plant science and environmental sustainability to encourage local students to pursue careers in natural sciences. SARASOTA, FL –...
Selby Gardens selected to participate in Smithsonian and Emerson Collective’s Innovative Summer Internship Program
SARASOTA, Fla. -September 1, 2021: Marie Selby Botanical Gardens (Selby Gardens) is proud to announce its selection and participation in the Smithsonian Affiliations pilot initiative that increases access to internship opportunities for college-level students. In...