This new 2.5-acre outdoor wonderland with more than 19,000 plants connects nature, play, and learning, and creates a garden experience for everyone that promises to cultivate, educate, and inspire a lifetime connection to the natural world.
The Bell Children’s Garden features a variety of accessible outdoor areas, awe-inspiring structures, and an overall nature-based story where children in our community and their families can discover delight and wonder while learning about their local Wisconsin environment and make long-lasting memories along the way.
Three out of every four plants are native to our area – more than 15,000 plants! – helping to inspire guests to plant more natives at home or in their neighborhoods.
This space also educates guests about managing rainwater runoff, preserving wetlands, and understanding the local environment’s significance. Plus, interactive educational signs offer guests an accessible way to dig deeper into learning about nature with large graphics, audio options at the push of a button, and scannable QR codes for Spanish translations.
This immense outdoor garden supports the Garden’s mission of connecting people with plants by providing year-round educational and recreational experiences for everyone, and will help nurture a love for nature in all guests through every season!
Included with Admission
Hours are seasonal and may change during special events.
Weather pending, the water features and restrooms in the Bell Children’s Garden will be closed for the season on October 23.
The Bell Children’s Garden will be closed November 13 through mid-January during WPS Garden of Lights.
Story Time
Tuesdays | September 5-October 31
10-10:30 am
Scavenger Hunts & Garden Discovery Boxes
Anytime
In fulfillment of our mission, we’re excited to offer a ticketing opportunity to local nonprofits made possible by a grant from Garden Club Des Peres to experience the Bell Children’s Garden.
Nonprofit organizations wishing to apply for consideration, submit an application by Friday, July 21. We will notify selected recipients the week of July 24.
Children’s Story Time
Tuesdays | June 11-October 29
Fridays | June 14-August 30
10-10:30 am
Discovery Station
Tuesdays | June 11-August 27
10 am-12 pm
Stop & Learn Signs | Garden Discovery Boxes
Scavenger Hunts | S.E.E.D. Packs
Anytime
Bell Children’s Garden:
Select Sundays
Stop by the Council of Critters Amphitheater in the brand new Bell Children’s Garden for special performances and outdoor fun for the whole family!
Included with general admission. No additional ticket purchase required.
Get inspired and be ready to laugh and learn through garden-themed storytelling from Evergreen Community Theater’s Young Actors.
Meet and interact with some friendly creatures from the NEW Zoo while learning all about what makes them unique.
Clap, laugh, and sing along to local performer Randy Peterson! Two 45-minute shows geared for kids, but all ages can enjoy.
Ready to explore the rest of the Garden? Dig deep and learn all you need to know for you upcoming visit!
Want to bring your class, scout group, or other kids organization to the Bell Children’s Garden? Plan a field trip with our Education Team!
Grow together at the Garden with our hands-on, nature-inspired activities, including cooking, hiking, workshops, and more.
We want everyone to have a safe and enjoyable time, please review these expectations:
This keeps everyone safe.
They need to grow big and tall.
Stay off walls and entry sculpture.
Grown-ups should ensure safety, fairness, and fun for everyone.
Toss trash and recycling in bins by the Wetland Deck, Hobbit House, and Lodge.
Place them where you found them.
Respect all humans, plants, and animals.
Keep the air fresh and clean.
Your actions matter! Guests not respecting these expectations may be asked to leave.
Video surveillance in progress.
For more information about the Bell Children’s Garden, contact our Guest Experience Team at 920.490.9457 or info@gbbg.org.
920.490.9457
info@gbbg.org
2600 Larsen Rd
Green Bay, WI 54303
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Thursday, August 15 | Sanimax Concert: Chicago Mule will be moved indoors due to inclement weather. Seating is limited and first come, first served. Chairs will be provided.