— dedicated to promoting the growth and appreciation of the arts in the Omaha community.
Something mystical has wandered into the garden… leaving giant footprints in its wake. From November 22, 2025 through May 18, 2026, step into a realm of imagination and come meet the colossal creations of Thomas Dambo’s TROLLS: Save the Humans.
Got a love for books and the outdoors? Join fellow readers and nature enthusiasts as we explore various topics in our botanical book club.
During Outdoor Concerts at the Oasis, experience a summer full of unforgettable live music, where nature, community, and great performances come together.
A new chapter in outdoor entertainment is about to begin as Lauritzen Gardens unveils its new Quinn Family Oasis and Amphitheater—an open-air venue designed to blend music, nature, and community into one unforgettable experience. Outdoor Concerts at the Oasis: Featuring Ecko
Art Exhibit: The World As I See It by Patrick Grewe. After viewing one of his photographs, a friend of Patrick’s once said to him, “I love seeing the world through your eyes.” In this exhibit, Patrick seeks to share with us the beauty of nature, as he sees it, through photography. Most of his photos are up close and personal, revealing intimate detail.
My Mother's Garden by Katrina Swanson. About the Artist
Katrina Methot Swanson is a visual artist currently living and working in Omaha. She works in oils and shows her work locally at Anderson O’Brien Art Gallery and Ginger’s Hang Up. She also shows her work at the Reuben Saunders Gallery in Wichita, Kansas and the Front Four Gallery in Stowe, Vermont.
Discover the art of capturing nature's beauty in our botanical illustration courses!
Discover the art of capturing nature's beauty in our botanical illustration courses!
Got a love for books and the outdoors? Join fellow readers and nature enthusiasts as we explore various topics in our botanical book club.
Let Your Creativity Bloom in this Botanical Art Collage Class!
Step into a prehistoric adventure at Lauritzen Gardens with Dinosaurs Around the World: The Great Outdoors, on view May 30 through September 7, 2026. Produced by Imagine, this immersive traveling exhibition transforms the garden into a journey across ancient Earth, where life-sized animatronic dinosaurs roar, move, and captivate visitors of all ages.
Art Exhibit: Nature's Palette by Omaha Artists, Inc. Nature’s Palette brings together a diverse group of artists united by a shared reverence for the natural world and its endless capacity to inspire. Through varied mediums, styles, and perspectives, this exhibition reflects the richness of nature’s colors, textures, and rhythms—capturing both its quiet subtleties and its bold expressions.