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Use our request form to let us know you are interested in a learning experience for your students at The Kampong or in your classroom. Photo by Mr. Fernandez, Shenandoah Middle School

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Do you have an idea for a class or workshop you would like to offer at The Kampong? Please submit a proposal using our form. 

Botanical Bites Summer Camp at The Kampong

August 12-14, 2024 | 9 am to 3 pm 

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Embark on an exciting journey where the garden meets the kitchen! At The Kampong’s Botanical Bites summer camp, learners will develop an appreciation for the natural world and the diverse cultures that shape our culinary traditions.

From soil to table, our budding botanists will discover the journey of food, learning about sustainable agriculture and the importance of healthy eating habits through hands-on crafts, games, and activities.

Join us for the Botanical Bites summer camp for an experience that nourishes both the body and the mind—an unforgettable blend of science, culture, and delicious discoveries! This camp is suitable for children ages 7 and older. All materials are provided with registration. Campers are responsible for providing their own lunch – fruits and light snacks will be provided during an afternoon snack break. 

Cost for non-members $60 per day or $165 for three days. 

Cost for members $55 per day or $150 for three days.

Optional. $10 per day for after care

Minimum group size 5, max group size 20 students

Classes and Events

Wed Oct 22, 2025 TO Wed Jan 28, 2026

Off your Rocker
The Kampong | 4013 S Douglas Road Miami FL 33133

Multiple dates: Wednesday, October 22, 2025Wednesday, October 29, 2025Wednesday, November 5, 2025Wednesday, November 19, 2025Wednesday, […]

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Sat Oct 25, 2025 TO Sat Nov 22, 2025

Yoga with Sam Reynolds
The Kampong | 4013 S Douglas Road Miami FL 33133

Multiple dates: Saturday, October 25, 2025Saturday, November 8, 2025Saturday, November 22, 2025 Time:10:00-11:00am Location:The Kampong […]

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Wed Nov 05, 2025 TO Tue Mar 03, 2026

Moonrise Forest Bathing: A Magical Evening at The Kampong
The Kampong | 4013 S Douglas Road Miami FL 33133

Multiple dates: Wednesday, November 5, 2025Thursday, December 4, 2025Tuesday, March 3, 2026 Time:6:00-8:00 p.m. Location:The […]

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Sat Nov 15, 2025

Public Lecture with Dr. Diane Ragone
The Kampong | 4013 S Douglas Road Miami FL 33133

Date: Saturday, November 15, 2025 Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm Location: The Kampong (4013 S Douglas […]

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Sat Nov 22, 2025

Tropical Alchemy Plant ID and Botanical Printing Workshop
The Kampong | 4013 S Douglas Road Miami FL 33133

Date: Saturday, November 22, 2025 Time: 10:00am – 12:30pm Location: The Kampong (4013 S Douglas […]

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Sat Nov 22, 2025

The Latin Names of Flowers
The Kampong | 4013 S Douglas Road Miami FL 33133

Date: Saturday, November 22, 2025 Time:12:30 – 3:00pm Location:The Kampong (4013 S Douglas Road Miami […]

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Tue Nov 25, 2025

Macrophotography with your phone
The Kampong | 4013 S Douglas Road Miami FL 33133

Date: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 Time: 9:30 – 11:00 am Location: The Kampong (4013 S […]

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Wed Nov 26, 2025

Growing Gratitude
The Kampong | 4013 S Douglas Road Miami FL 33133

Date: Wednesday, November 26, 2025 Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Location: The Kampong (4013 […]

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Sat Nov 29, 2025

Afternoon Yoga at The Kampong
The Kampong | 4013 S Douglas Road Miami FL 33133

Date: Saturday, November 29, 2025 Time: 2:00 – 3:00 pm Location: The Kampong (4013 S […]

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Sat Dec 06, 2025

Songs and Stories Of Our National Parks
The Kampong | 4013 S Douglas Road Miami FL 33133

Date: Saturday, December 6, 2025 Time: 6:00 – 7:30pm Location: The Kampong (4013 S Douglas […]

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Sat Jan 17, 2026

Fantasy Flowers in Acrylic
The Kampong | 4013 S Douglas Road Miami FL 33133

Date: Saturday, January 17, 2026 Time: 9:30 am – 3:30 pm Location: The Kampong (4013 […]

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Sat Jan 24, 2026 TO Sat May 02, 2026

Foraged Ikebana
The Kampong | 4013 S Douglas Road Miami FL 33133

Multiple dates: Saturday, January 24, 2026Saturday, February 7, 2026Saturday, March 7, 2026Saturday, April 4, 2026Saturday, […]

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Sat Feb 07, 2026 TO Sat Apr 11, 2026

Forest Bathing at The Kampong: Grounded in Science, Inspired by Nature
The Kampong | 4013 S Douglas Road Miami FL 33133

Multiple dates: Saturday, February 7, 2026Saturday, April 11, 2026 Time:10:00-11:30 a.m. Location:The Kampong (4013 S […]

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Exhibits

Tue Oct 28, 2025 TO Wed Dec 31, 2025

Rootwork
The Kampong | 4013 S Douglas Road Miami FL 33133

Rootwork: The Botanically Inspired Art of Naomi Fisher Dates: October 28 – December 31, 2025 […]

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   Internships and Learning Opportunities

High School Summer Internship

Apply to join us at The Kampong and International Center for Tropical Botany this summer for a paid internship in environmental sciences.

Interns will:

  • work directly with staff from The Kampong and FIU faculty to gain valuable research experience
  • learn how to apply problem solving skills and the scientific method to investigate hypotheses
  • showcase their research experience at the end of the summer

Requirements:

  • must be at least 16 years of age
  • have access to transportation
  • commit to 7 weeks this summer (at our Coconut Grove location)
  • complete the application by March 14, 2025
  • submit a letter of recommendation
Applications are now closed for 2025 – Check back in spring 2026 for updates.

For more information, contact Cynthia Toledo, Education Programs Manager at ctoledo@ntbg.org

Internships and training opportunities are made possible by the William R. Kenan, Jr. Charitable Trust.

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