The Atlanta Botanical Garden is an oasis of natural beauty and serenity in bustling Midtown Atlanta. Its exquisite plant collections and floral displays make it a local and national treasure.
The Garden opened in 1976 and is an American Public Garden Association member. It has 30 acres of outdoor gardens, an award-winning Children’s Garden, a Canopy Walk, and a Skyline Garden.
Another important part is the Fuqua Conservatory, which has 16,000 square feet devoted to tropical plants worldwide.
One of the Conservatory’s most popular sections is its Orchids Display House. It features a splendid collection of orchids of various colors, sizes, and scents.
The Garden hosts events and exhibitions daily. For example, it has regular Storybook Time for young children and, in the fall, a Pumpkin-Carving Festival.
It also offers a stunning setting for private events year-round. Events include weddings, corporate gatherings, seminars, and other social and business events.
One example event is its Outdoor Kitchen, which is ideal for teambuilders. It teaches attendants how to cook with fresh fruits, herbs, and vegetables.
Adults and children can take classes throughout the year. Adult classes include Tai Chi and tree/shrub pruning.
Though the Garden is nearly five decades old, it will continue to expand and grow. Plans are in place to expand the Garden by 25% along Piedmont Avenue.
The expansion will place the Garden next to the Atlanta Beltline. It would be the city’s first cultural institution directly accessible from the Beltline.
Plans include a new visitor center, water features, and year-round display gardens and exhibitions. One design proposal features a large topiary Phoenix sculpture, representing the city’s resilience.
The potential completion goal for the expansion would be by 2026. The aspiration is to complete it in time for the Garden’s 50th anniversary and Atlanta’s 2026 FIFA World Cup hosting.