Children’s Programs
The Botanical Center is happy to provide programming for kids of all ages. Tickets for these events are available under our Tickets tab.
Kids Adventure Packs
Rentable nature-themed backpacks for kids
Visit the RWPBC and explore the gardens with our adventure packs! Packs #1 and #2 are for ages 3-7, and packs #3 and #4 are for ages 8-11. Adventure packs have a $2 rental fee for non-members and are free for members. Come find them at the ticket booth! Where will your adventure take you?
Wee-One Wednesdays
Wednesdays 9-10am
Wee-One Wednesdays is our toddler program that happens every week. Come with your little one to explore the greenhouses, sit for story time, engage in a craft activity, and more! Open to ages 2-4. Please purchase your ticket by visiting our ticket page.
Indoor and Outdoor Play Areas
During open hours
Come explore our indoor kids’ play area, located in Greenhouse 3, and our outdoor play area, located outside Greenhouse 4. Stocked with books, coloring supplies, a train track, a doll house, and more, the indoor play area is perfect for a rainy day! Outside, kids will discover lots of natural items to climb over and under, and have fun with.
Come Have Lunch
During open hours
Bring your packed lunch to enjoy in Greenhouse 3 at our lunch tables. Adjacent to the play area, this is a great space to come with kids for a lunch break.