Bell Children's Garden - Green Bay Botanical Garden

Carol & Bruce Bell Children’s Garden

Frolic in the spring flowers... it's time to explore the Bell Children's Garden!

Stomp in the snow and frolic in the flowers... it's time to explore the Bell Children's Garden!

Discover 2.5 acres of outdoor fun at the Bell Children’s Garden, where nature, play, and learning come together. With over 19,000 plants and awe-inspiring features, kids and families can explore and connect with Wisconsin’s environment.

More than 15,000 of the plants are native to our region, inspiring guests to grow natives at home to help manage rainwater runoff and preserve wetlands. Interactive signs with audio, visuals, and Spanish translations make learning easy and accessible for everyone.

This nature-based space brings the Garden’s mission to life – creating joyful, hands-on experiences that cultivate curiosity and a lifelong love of the natural world.

Included with Daily Admission
Hours are seasonal and may change during special events.

Hours & Daily Admission

Stop & Learn Signs | Discovery Boxes
Scavenger Hunts | S.E.E.D. Packs
Anytime

Story Time
Tuesdays, June 10-Oct 28
Friday, June 13-Aug 29
10-10:30 am

Discovery Cart
Tuesdays, June 10-Aug 26
10:30-11 am

Thank You to Our Activity Sponsors

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Explore the Children’s Garden

Chromatic Passage

Experience feelings of walking through a tree trunk, mushrooms on a log, or ripples in a pond. Sponsored by Edward L. Meyer, Jr. and Mary Ellen Troup. Sculpture by Shane Allbritton and Norman Lee.

Gertrude B. Nielsen Village

Guests can find beloved favorites from the original children’s garden here, including Mr. McGregor’s Garden, the first tree house, the maze, and koi pond.

Judy & Mike Parrish Family Rain Drop Garden

This rainwater capture and stream display shares the importance of plants in slowing storm water.

Cornerstone Foundation Wetland Deck & Stream Terrace Garden

This gathering platform provides an easy rest stop while being immersed in plants and exploring wetlands.

Gail R. Fischer Family Lily Pad Splash Play

Interacting with water, children learn about the interconnectedness of Wisconsin’s wetland plants and creatures and encounter oversized critters found in the Northern Lakes food chain. Sculptures by Brian Wignall.

Rosemann Family Field Vegetable Garden

An edible landscape swirls under a larger-than-life Cedar Waxwing sculpture perched above. Children will learn about the role animals play in spreading seeds. "Bird Seed" sculpture by Matthew Mazotta.

Green Bay Packers Give Back Big Oak Nature Play

A towering oak tree provides shade and a place to run free while also showcasing the importance of oaks as a fixture of our local ecosystem.

K.C. Stock Foundation Mushroom Jumper Play

Oversized rubber fungi and trampolines - made from natural materials - offer spots to jump, explore, and run.

Green Bay Packaging George Kress Foundation Tree Houses

From high vantage points, children can wonder at their surroundings. They'll discover how trees act as habitats, view interesting tree anomalies, and dig deeper into stories of Wisconsin logging and papermaking industries.

Donald & Patricia Schneider Council of Critters Amphitheater

Children learn, perform, and enjoy others’ entertaining shows in this hillside amphitheater. Don't forget to say hi to our critter friends! Sculptures by Scott Constable and Ene Osteraas-Constable, Wowhaus.

Schanock Family Hillside Tunnel & Cave Play

The geological story of the Niagara Escarpment and its importance to our region unfolds in this area, as well as the significance of water to our early Native American peoples.

John & Linda Raisanen Lodge Shelter

A perfect spot for class lunches, birthday parties, field trips, and more! This shelter provides a break from the energy of the Bell Children’s Garden and a relaxing view of the Stumpf Hobbit House.

Les & Dar Stumpf Hobbit House Restroom

Tall evergreens, twisted shrubs, and seasonal annuals tie together with this hobbit-hole. Stop for a restroom break, get a drink of water, and see how this Lord of the Rings-inspired building helps keep us sustainable.

More to Discover

Plan Your Visit

Ready to explore the rest of the Garden? Dig deep and learn all you need to know for you upcoming visit!

Youth Field Trips

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!

Youth & Family Activities

Grow together at the Garden with our hands-on, nature-inspired activities, including cooking, hiking, workshops, and more.

Bell Children’s Garden Expectations

We want everyone to have a safe and enjoyable time, please review these expectations:

Stay on the paths or play areas.

This keeps everyone safe.

Leave the plants, fruits, and veggies.

They need to grow big and tall.

Save your climbing for the Mushroom Jumper Play area.

Stay off walls and entry sculpture.

Stick together.

Grown-ups should ensure safety, fairness, and fun for everyone.

Clean up for critters.

Toss trash and recycling in bins by the Wetland Deck, Hobbit House, and Lodge.

Return all toys and tools.

Place them where you found them.

Be kind.

Respect all humans, plants, and animals.

This is a smoke and vape-free zone.

Keep the air fresh and clean.

Your actions matter! Guests not respecting these expectations may be asked to leave.
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Contact Us

For more information about the Bell Children’s Garden, contact our Guest Experience Team at 920.490.9457 or info@gbbg.org.

Carol & Bruce Bell Children’s Garden

Frolic in the spring flowers... it's time to explore the Bell Children's Garden!

Stomp in the snow and frolic in the flowers... it's time to explore the Bell Children's Garden!

Thank You to Our Activity Sponsors