MEDIA ALERT: Greenwich Botanical Center Hosts 574 Greenwich Public School 4th Graders for “Art in Nature” Field Trip Experience

WHAT:
This fall, Greenwich Botanical Center proudly welcomed 574 Greenwich Public School 4th graders for an immersive Art in Nature Assured Experience Field Trip, designed to spark curiosity and inspire students through the intersection of art and science. During their visit, students painted watercolors while overlooking the pond, used colored pencils to capture the intricate details of natural objects found in the fern forest, and explored the current exhibition in the GBC Gallery while learning the fundamentals ofart gallery etiquette.

Through hands-on observation and creative experimentation, students experienced firsthand how the practices of scientists and artists overlap; both rooted in careful examination, inquiry, and discovery. This year’s program was made possible by a generous grant from the Springer Foundation, which covered all student costs and ensured that these students could participate in this enriching educational experience.

To continue to support GBC, future Field Trips, and community programming for all ages, please consider donating to our Annual Appeal. We are so grateful for your support!

WHO:
Greenwich Botanical Center | GPS 4th Grade Students
Supported by the Springer Foundation, whose generous grant covered all student costs.

WHEN:
Fall 2025

WHERE:
Greenwich Botanical Center
130 Bible Street, Cos Cob, CT

WHY:
To provide equitable, curriculum-aligned, nature-based learning experiences that integrate the arts and sciences—offering students a deeper understanding of observation, experimentation, and creativity in the natural world.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Alana Kontos
Marketing & Communications Manager
Greenwich Botanical Center
130 Bible Street | PO Box 1600 | Cos Cob, CT 06807 | 203.869.9242 Ext. 301