Over 40 years ago, a dedicated group of neighbors came together to preserve what is now Willy Street Park, successfully preventing its development into a fast food restaurant. Today, the Willy Street Park Society is collaborating with the Wisconsin State Historical Society to create an archive and oral history of the park, preserving its rich […]

April showers bring May flowers—and this opportunity to explore campus gardens, greenhouses, and related facilities. Visit the DC Smith Greenhouse, Allen Centennial Garden, Steenbock Library, and Wisconsin Energy Institute. Explore hands-on activities with seeds, plants and soil. Meet UW scientists. Take home plants and seeds for your own garden (while supplies last). Visit the link […]

Join us at the Occupy Madison Tiny Home Village at 304 N. Third St. (across from Kwik Trip) for vegetable starts, fresh plants and local flavors. Live music and Tiny […]

Garden Tour Established in 1935, the Longenecker Horticultural Gardens’ lilac collection is the third largest in the country. Join David Stevens, garden curator, to explore lilac history, lore, culture, and […]

Let your eyes adjust to the moonlight, listen to the night sounds, and experience the darkness on this naturalist-led walk (full moon May 1). Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come […]