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Established in 1927, Flamingo Gardens is one of the oldest botanical gardens and attractions in South Florida. Flamingo Gardens is the premier Everglades Learning Center and South Florida Wildlife and Botanical Sanctuary. Flamingo Gardens mission is to depict, preserve, and provide education about the natural and cultural heritage of South Florida and the Everglades in our botanical gardens and wildlife sanctuary.

Our 2025 Impact

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Furthering Our Impact

Blog Post

Opening Nature’s Doors

Donna Chen
How Flamingo Gardens’ Community Access Days Program Connects More People with Nature. Opening Nature’s DoorsNature has the power to heal, inspire, and bring people together. At Flamingo Gardens, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to experience that connection, regardless of their circumstances. Through our Community Access Days Program, we partner with Broward County nonprofit organizations...
Special Event

Kids Sunset Safari

Friday July 31, 2026
A nighttime wildlife experience in Flamingo Gardens, centered around animals that awaken after dark. Guests will move through a series of interactive stations, each focused on a different nocturnal species and how it survives the night. Visit with: Owls, Scorpions, Snakes, Alligators and more!
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Volunteer Spotlight: Garry Souffrant

Melissa Auld
Our Volunteer of the Month for June is Garry Souffrant. Garry has been volunteering with us for months has been someone who can adapt to anything. On any given day he has helped us at the tram, Wray Home, and gift shop. Garry had also been a guide in our Gallery throughout various exhibits. He...
Exhibit

Amazing Butterflies

June 6 – September 7, 2026
Take flight with Amazing Butterflies, an interactive, educational traveling exhibit brought to Flamingo Gardens by Minotaur Mazes. Enter the Gallery, shrink down into the undergrowth, and embark on a vibrant, immersive journey through the fascinating life cycle of butterflies, from egg to wings!
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American Orchid Society Judging

Saturday - July 25, 2026
Monthly orchid judging takes place at Flamingo Gardens on the fourth Saturday of each month (Third Saturday in November and December) in the Mary N. Porter Learning Center. The public is invited to observe the judging process. (Click to read more)
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James is Turning 8 Years Old!

Saturday, August 1st, 2026
Join the flock; Come dressed in your Flamingo Best to celebrate James’ 8th Birthday. James is an American Caribbean Flamingo, hatched and raised at Flamingo Gardens, Botanical Gardens and Everglades Wildlife Sanctuary in Davie.
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Growing Conservation: UF Master Gardener Volunteers Make an Impact

Amy Rielly
When people think about conservation, they often picture rescuing wildlife or protecting endangered species. But conservation starts with something much smaller—healthy plants. At Flamingo Gardens, our botanical collections do more than create beautiful landscapes. They provide food and shelter for wildlife, support pollinators like butterflies and bees, help preserve rare and historic plant species, and...
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Four More Trees Named Champions at Flamingo Gardens

Keith Clark
Davie, FL. (2024 Sept.) Four more trees at Flamingo Gardens have been recognized as Champion trees, certifying them as the largest of their species in the state, by the Florida Forest Service. Two others have been recognized as Challengers, ranking them as second largest in the state and the challenger to the current Champion. This...
Special Event

EcoTeers Sustainability Fair

Saturday - July 25, 2026
Discover practical ways to live more sustainably while enjoying one of South Florida's most beautiful botanical gardens. Meet local organizations, connect with environmentally conscious businesses, and explore resources designed to help individuals and families make a positive impact.
Exhibit

Florida Citrus Labels

July 1 - December 31, 2026
The Wray Home Museum at Flamingo Gardens is hosting the Museum of Florida History’s traveling exhibition, Florida Citrus Labels. This exhibit is a collection of twenty-four citrus packing-crate labels that represent the thousands used in Florida between the late 1800s and the 1960s.
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Why Climbing 85 Feet Matters for Eagle Conservation

Keith Clark
Flamingo Gardens’ Wildlife Rehabilitator Shannon Gallagher recently participated in an important project with the Wildlife Rescue of Dade County’s Bald Eagle Banding Day. As part of the project, Shannon successfully retrieved two six-week-old eaglets from their nest – 85 feet up in an Australian Pine tree – allowing the team to band them safely on...
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EcoTeers in Action: Growing Community Impact Through Sustainability and Service

Ashley Vieira
EcoTeers in Action: Growing Community Impact Through Sustainability and Service Our EcoTeers continue to make a meaningful impact in the community through education, outreach, and hands-on environmental action. In January, our team connected with local residents at events in Pompano Beach, where they supported a Garden Club Seminar featuring our horticulture curator, Amy Reilly, and...
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Major support for Flamingo Gardens provided by Broward County Cultural Division, the Cultural Council, and the Broward County Board of County Commissioners. 


Sponsored in part by the State of Florida through the Division of Arts and Culture and the National Endowment for the Arts. 

Flamingo Gardens is grateful for the support received from our corporate sponsors.