Create Your Own Bonsai with the Botanic Garden

Sun Jun 14 2026 at 04:00 pm to 07:00 pm UTC-04:00

The Botanic Garden at Historic Barns Park | Traverse City

The Botanic Garden at Historic Barns Park
Publisher/HostThe Botanic Garden at Historic Barns Park
Create Your Own Bonsai with the Botanic Garden
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Create your own bonsai with guidance from Sakura Bonsai Society experts in this hands-on, beginner-friendly workshop!
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Create Your Own Bonsai with The Botanic Garden!

Location:
Visitor’s Center, The Botanic Garden at Historic Barns Park

Event Description:
Have you ever wondered how bonsai are created? Stick around after Wellness Day for an interactive, hands-on course designed for adults, or kids with adult supervision, interested in exploring the incredible art and fascinating science of bonsai. Try something new and expand your understanding of the botanical world!

You'll create your own bonsai starter, with all tools and instructions provided. Rod and Janet Kivell from the Sakura Bonsai Society will guide you step-by-step as you craft your very own mini masterpiece.

Instructor Bio:
This class will be led by Rod and Janet Kivell, members of the Sakura Bonsai Society. The Society was founded in 1990 by Traverse City local Eunice Corp, who discovered her passion for bonsai while living in Hawaii. Today, the group continues to share her enthusiasm and dedication for this beautiful and intricate art form.

Spaces are limited — reserve your spot today and take home a living work of art!


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Botanic Garden at Historic Barns Park, 1490 Red Drive, Traverse City, United States

Tickets

USD 69.00 to USD 79.00

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