Brooklyn Botanic Garden

Brooklyn, New York

Botanical Garden

About

Brooklyn Botanic Garden is a major horticultural institution located in Brooklyn, New York, dedicated to plant science, education, and community engagement. The Garden maintains extensive collections including a renowned flowering cherry collection, herbarium, and research materials through the New York Metropolitan Flora Project. Beyond its 52 acres of curated gardens and conservatories, BBG serves the community through diverse educational programs for adults, children, and schools, along with community greening initiatives that extend the Garden's impact throughout Brooklyn. The organization offers numerous ways for residents to engage with plants and nature, from master gardener training and community gardening programs to street tree stewardship and habitat-focused educational workshops, making BBG a vital resource for ecological literacy and urban environmental improvement.

Programs

Adult horticultural classes and certificate programs
Master Composter training
Brooklyn Urban Gardener community gardening programs
Children's garden classes and discovery garden
Teen apprenticeship programs
School group guided workshops and field trips
Project Green Reach urban education program
Urban Advantage Program for students
Greenest Block in Brooklyn community initiative
Community Garden Alliance partnerships
Street Tree Stewards program
Making Brooklyn Bloom community greening
Cherry Blossom Festival and seasonal events
Plant sales
Garden tours and suggested itineraries
Lightscape seasonal light installation

Focus Areas

Native PlantsUrban GardeningConservationEducation