Program Overview

Introduction to the Botanical Garden of Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz

The Botanical Garden of Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz is a vibrant institution dedicated to the preservation and study of plant life. The garden boasts an impressive array of plant species, carefully maintained and showcased in various sections, including the Alpinum, Arboretum, Biologische Abteilung, and more.

Programs and Activities

The garden offers a range of programs and activities for visitors of all ages, including:

• Guided tours for school classes
• Workshops and courses for children and adults
• Special events, such as garden festivals and exhibitions

Schokoladenwerkstatt (Chocolate Workshop)

This interactive workshop is designed for children from the 3rd grade onwards. Participants will learn about the origins of cocoa beans, the process of chocolate production, and the environmental and social impact of the chocolate industry.

• Target Group: Children from the 3rd grade onwards
• Duration: Approximately 3 hours
• Cost: 3.00 Euro per student, with a minimum charge of 60 Euro per group

Grüne Schule (Green School)

The Grüne Schule offers a variety of educational programs and activities, including:

• Courses for school classes, tailored to different age groups (1st-4th grade, 5th-7th grade, 8th-10th grade, and 11th-13th grade)
• Global learning initiatives, such as the "Coffee - the long way from brown gold" and "Chocolate workshop" programs
• Sensory courses and holiday programs for children
• Adult education programs, including teacher training and "Studieren 50 Plus" (a program for individuals over 50)

Exhibitions and Events

The garden hosts various exhibitions and events throughout the year, including:

• Annual themes, such as "Frucht- und Samengarten" (2017/2018) and "Arzneipflanzen" (2016)
• Garden festivals and family days, such as the "Sommerfest" (summer festival)
• Special exhibitions, like "Darwins Garten" and "Pflanzen-Forschen-Erhalten - 60 Jahre Botanischer Garten Mainz" (a celebration of the garden's 60th anniversary)

Research and Conservation

The Botanical Garden of Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz is committed to research and conservation efforts, including:

• The Verbundprojekt Wildpflanzenschutz (a project for the protection of wild plants)
• The Saatgutbank für Wildpflanzen Rheinland-Pfalz (a seed bank for wild plants in Rhineland-Palatinate)