COVID-19 Visitor Requirements
Be sure to know the latest COVID-19 mandates and regulations before visiting Cornell Botanic Gardens. Photo and video restrictions in place.
Being Part of the Whole
Students in the Introduction to Printmaking class were inspired by our gardens to express how plants have impacted their own lives.
Cornell Botanic Gardens brings new Cayuga language class to life
Class instructor Stephen Henhawk, Cayuga speaker and historian, discussed his class in this three-minute video.
Plant of the Winter Solstice: Holly
Holly legends abound. Learn about holly at our “Plants of the Winter Solstice” program on December 20 from 4-6pm.
Choosing the best Christmas Tree for your Home
Daniel Weitoish, staff arborist, shares ways to sustainably select and enjoy a tree for holiday decoration.
F.R. Newman Arboretum: Winter Closing to Protect Trees
The F.R. Newman Arboretum closes to vehicular traffic during the winter months for protection of tree collections and public safety.
Ornithologist to speak on increasing diversity in conservation
Ornithologist J. Drew Lanham will talk about how conservation efforts benefit from racial diversity among those who advocate for conserving the natural world.
Unique Plants from UCLA’s Mathias Botanical Garden by Kathleen M. Rasmussen
Unique Plants from UCLA’s Mathias Botanical Garden by Kathleen M. Rasmussen on display at the Nevin Welcome Center.
Cornell Botanic Gardens celebrates Mexica/Aztec connections to plants and foods, and the love of chocolate
Mexica/Aztec artist, storyteller, musician featured in O’Connor Lecture and entertains at the Chocolatada!