Before the invention of chemical dyes, how did people color their fabric? People used organic materials such as plants, insects, and natural minerals to create multitudes of colors. These natural hues not only reflected the tradition of craftsmanship, but also the local environment’s rich resources.
Eco-printing is a natural dyeing technique where plants are used to "print" on fabric. Local botanical materials like leaves and flowers are gathered, then arranged on the fabric, bundled, and steamed, transferring their colors to create watercolor-like images on fiber. In this workshop, each participant will be shown how to create their own eco-print on fabric.
Portions of each attendee's printed fabric will be collected to create a single community artwork titled “We Are What We Grow,” celebrating the biodiversity of local plant life and the rich cultural tapestry of Queens. Completed artwork will be on display at the Queens Botanical Garden for a two week long exhibition.
Dani C. Song is a Queens based artist. With the support of QBG, she has been cultivating a dye flower garden at the QBG in preparation for eco-printing workshops.
This project is supported by funds from the New York State Council on the Arts, Statewide Community Regrants Program (formerly the Decentralization program) with the support of Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Legislature, and administered by Flushing Town Hall.
Advance registration is required. All materials will be provided.
Included in garden admission: Adults $6; Seniors (age 62+) $4; Students with ID $4; Individuals with Disabilities $4; Children (ages 4 to 12) $2; Children (3 and under) FREE; QBG Members – FREE*
*QBG Members do not need to pre-register on Eventbrite. Simply show your Member ID card upon entry.
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Free & Reduced Pricing Opportunities
The Garden partners with many organizations to offer free or reduced admission, including CoolCulture and CUNY students. Check our Admissions page to learn more about our partnerships, terms of discount or free admission, and instructions for redeeming. Please note that select events that are included in admission may require registration and be first-come, first-served.
Know Before You Go
Health & Safety
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Refund Policy
Tickets are non-refundable, except in the event of a cancellation by the organizer.
Cancellations
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Garden Etiquette
QBG staff strives to provide a place of peace, beauty, and safety for the quiet enjoyment of our visitors. QBG is a living museum, a collection of gardens for the study, culture, exhibition, and display of plants. We encourage our visitors to explore, enjoy, and be respectful of our plant collections and to be considerate of fellow guests as well. For more guidelines on garden etiquette: https://queensbotanical.org/etiquette
Photography & Videography
Queens Botanical Garden (QBG) occasionally photographs or films visitors and activities on site to support our mission in promotional media and materials, including print, online, broadcast, and social media. By attending this event, you grant permission to QBG use your likeness in perpetuity, in all forms of print and digital media used to promote, publicize, or advertise the Garden, its activities, and programs. If you do not give QBG permission to take and use your image, you must notify an event organizer or staff when you arrive for this event. QBG is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
Getting to QBG
By public transportation, take the number 7 subway line to Main Street, the Long Island Rail Road (Port Washington line) to Main Street/Flushing, or the Q44-SBS or Q20 bus.
For driving directions and more information: https://queensbotanical.org/directions
Parking
Parking is available year-round during Garden open hours at the Parking Garden, located at 42-80 Crommelin Street, Flushing, NY 11355. For more information: https://queensbotanical.org/directions
About Queens Botanical Garden
QBG is an urban oasis where people, plants and cultures are celebrated through inspiring gardens, innovative educational programs and real-world applications of environmental stewardship. QBG is located on property owned by the City of New York, and its operation is made possible in part by public funds provided through the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, Queens Borough President, the New York City Council, State elected officials, the New York State Department of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, along with corporate, foundation, and individual supporters. For more information, visit www.queensbotanical.org or call (718) 886-3800.
