Smith-Gilbert Gardens

Join us for our first Wednesday Wonder Day! We will be creating a fun craft that celebrates our spider visitors that do such an important job in the garden! Add to your seasonal decorations by creating your very own spider web. This activity is great for developing motor skills while we learn how helpful these arachnids can be to our outdoor spaces. This will take place on October 28th from 10 AM to 11:30 AM. Cost is $18 for parent/caregiver plus one child. Price includes admission.

We answered the call! Or hoot! Smith-Gilbert Gardens has everything you need to explore the great outdoors with our new educational Nature in Action kits! Our first seasonal kit will help you discover the world of birding. With several activities for grades K-5, it’s great for self-guided use in the garden or your own backyard. Each kit is $25 with everything pictured below and more. Ask us how to get your own or stop by our gift shop today!

The Smith-Gilbert Gardens Gift Shop and Art Gallery has new artisan items for sale. We will feature new items and artists each month. This month, meet Emily Knapp. Emily is a local artist specializing in ceramics and jewelry. She finds her inspiration through her love of all things nature. All pieces are hand- made and make great additions to your home or special gifts. See some of the pieces you can find in our gift shop on her website. Gift shop hours are Tuesdays through Saturdays from 9AM to 4PM. To view more of her work, visit: www.ekstudioart.com/home.html

Welcome to Smith-Gilbert Gardens’ Virtual Story Time! This week’s reader is Fernando Martinez, our Horticulture Technician! Thanks for watching!

The Smith-Gilbert Gardens' staff has grown! Go visit our newest co-worker, Mrs. Bouquet, who is a part of City of Kennesaw Government's inaugural Scarecrows on Main event. Make sure to tag us in your pictures with Mrs. Bouquet!

Join us for The Kennesaw Grand Prix 5K on Saturday, October 31! The Kennesaw Grand Prix Race Series will host a single race to benefit all six community non-profits: Swift-Cantrell Park Foundation, Kennesaw Teen Center, Kennesaw Museum Foundation, The Dave Krache Foundation, Hero Run (benefiting wounded veterans) and Smith-Gilbert Gardens Foundation. Check out this year's awesome t-shirt design! T-shirt orders close out on the 15th, so secure your shirt today!... Register below and bring a friend! https://raceroster.com//32140/the-kennesaw-grand-prix-2020

For Public Safety Appreciation Week (Tuesday, October 6 through Saturday, October 10), Smith-Gilbert Gardens invites all Public Safety Professionals to take a moment to enjoy nature with free admission to our Garden. Stop by the Hiram Butler House upon arrival to pick up your free ticket with proof of ID. As a reminder, Smith-Gilbert Gardens are currently open TuesdaySaturday from 9 AM to 4 PM.

Welcome to Smith-Gilbert Gardens’ Virtual Story Time! This week we have special guest, George Franco! Thanks for watching!

New merch alert! Stop by our gift shop to see our new products, including these adorable face masks!

Happy #NationalGrandparentsDay! To celebrate, Smith-Gilbert Gardens is giving away guest passes to two lucky winners! When was the Hiram-Butler House constructed? How to win:... 1. Must be following Smith-Gilbert Gardens’ Facebook page. 2. Like this post. 3. Leave your answer in the comment section below! The winner will be announced Thursday, September 17. Must be able to pick up the prize from City of Kennesaw Government between the hours of 7 AM and 5 PM by close of business Friday, September 25. Good luck! : Christy R.

Welcome to Smith-Gilbert Gardens’ Virtual Story Time! This week’s reader is Kathy Post, Visitor Services Coordinator for the Gardens!

We started at 5 and it is now 7pm. A successful banding event. Julia caught a total of 14 birds, 7 females, 6 males, and 1 unknown. Grateful to Bird Watcher Supply Company, Julia Elliott, Karen Hudson Theodorou and Kayla Deis. The only thing that would have made it better would be if you all could have been here. Wings crossed for next year

Look how small the band itself is! Wow!!!