Volunteer: Volunteer Support – Horticulture TeamHorticulture Team Volunteer Volunteers supporting the Horticulture Team play a hands-on role in caring for and growing the Gardens. Tasks may include pulling weeds, planting seasonal flowers and plants, preparing soil mixtures, mulching, and assisting with general garden maintenance projects. Activities vary by season and weather, but all work helps keep the Gardens healthy and beautiful for our guests. No prior gardening experience is required—training and guidance will be provided on site. This opportunity is ideal for volunteers who enjoy working outdoors and don’t mind getting a little dirty. Schedule Monday: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Tuesdays: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Wednesdays: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. What to Bring Closed-toe shoes (required) Water bottle Garden gloves (if you have them) Cushion or kneeling pad for comfort during weeding (optional) Sunscreen and bug spray, as needed Staff Lead Program: Horticulture Horticulture Team Volunteer Volunteers supporting the Horticulture Team play a hands-on role in caring for and growing the Gardens. Tasks may include pulling weeds, planting seasonal flowers and plants, preparing soil mixtures, mulching, and assisting with general garden maintenance projects. Activities vary by season and weather, but all work helps keep the Gardens healthy and beautiful for our guests. No prior gardening experience is required—training and guidance will be provided on site. This opportunity is ideal for volunteers who enjoy working outdoors and don’t mind getting a little dirty. Schedule Monday: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Tuesdays: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Wednesdays: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. What to Bring Closed-toe shoes (required) Water bottle Garden gloves (if you have them) Cushion or kneeling pad for comfort during weeding (optional) Sunscreen and bug spray, as needed Staff Lead Program: Horticulture Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 64061 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Villandry Garden Mass-Planting DayJoin us for a special all-staff workday as we come together to plant and transform the stunning Villandry Garden! This is a unique opportunity to work side by side with the Powell Gardens team, connect with fellow volunteers, and be part of something beautiful. Date: April 30 | 10 AM – 3 PM Bonus! We will be having a potluck lunch. If you would like to bring a dish to share, please let us know what you plan to bring in the response comments. Bringing a dish is completely optional. Come for as long as you’d like! Whether you can stay for an hour or the whole day, we’d love to have you. What You’ll Do: What to Bring: Let’s make this a day to remember! Sign up today and be part of a beautiful transformation at Powell Gardens. Program: Horticulture Join us for a special all-staff workday as we come together to plant and transform the stunning Villandry Garden! This is a unique opportunity to work side by side with the Powell Gardens team, connect with fellow volunteers, and be part of something beautiful. Date: April 30 | 10 AM – 3 PM Bonus! We will be having a potluck lunch. If you would like to bring a dish to share, please let us know what you plan to bring in the response comments. Bringing a dish is completely optional. Come for as long as you’d like! Whether you can stay for an hour or the whole day, we’d love to have you. What You’ll Do: What to Bring: Let’s make this a day to remember! Sign up today and be part of a beautiful transformation at Powell Gardens. Program: Horticulture Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Apr 30, 2026 Zip Code: 64061 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Painted Garden Support – Fairy Tale Brick Painting
Date: April 14 Help bring a touch of magic to the Garden Galleries! For this year’s Painted Garden installation, we are creating a Fairy Tale theme and need volunteers to help paint bricks to look like classic storybooks. Volunteers and Staff will assist with painting and creative decorating to transform ordinary bricks into whimsical “storybook” pieces that will become part of the garden display. No artistic experience is required—just a willingness to have fun and help bring the theme to life. We may also have additional painting or creative tasks available depending on volunteer interest. Come get creative and help us build a fairy tale scene in the gardens! Program: Horticulture
Date: April 14 Help bring a touch of magic to the Garden Galleries! For this year’s Painted Garden installation, we are creating a Fairy Tale theme and need volunteers to help paint bricks to look like classic storybooks. Volunteers and Staff will assist with painting and creative decorating to transform ordinary bricks into whimsical “storybook” pieces that will become part of the garden display. No artistic experience is required—just a willingness to have fun and help bring the theme to life. We may also have additional painting or creative tasks available depending on volunteer interest. Come get creative and help us build a fairy tale scene in the gardens! Program: Horticulture Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Apr 14, 2026 Zip Code: 64061 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Daffodil Survey - Volunteers Needed!Calling All Daffodil Fans! We’re looking for individuals or small groups to help us survey daffodils as they bloom throughout the Gardens this spring. Our goal is to survey each garden area at least once a week during the daffodil blooming period—and we can’t do it without your help! It’s a big (but fun!) job, so gather your friends or family and enjoy the beauty of early spring while making a meaningful impact. Dates & TimesFlexible days Preferred hours: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Meeting LocationGrand Hall, Visitor Center Upon arrival, volunteers will: Be assigned a garden area to survey Receive a list of daffodil cultivars to identify Use a photo ID guide and map for reference Volunteers will identify daffodils, estimate counts when possible, and mark locations on their map. A brief training will be provided before heading out to your assigned area. What to BringSunscreen Water bottle Bug spray Gardening clothes Garden gloves Snacks (optional) Questions? Contact:Heather Clenin - hclenin@powellgardens.org Zoe Aber – zaber@powellgardens.org Come enjoy stunning spring blooms while helping care for our gardens—we’d love to have you join us! Program: Horticulture Calling All Daffodil Fans! We’re looking for individuals or small groups to help us survey daffodils as they bloom throughout the Gardens this spring. Our goal is to survey each garden area at least once a week during the daffodil blooming period—and we can’t do it without your help! It’s a big (but fun!) job, so gather your friends or family and enjoy the beauty of early spring while making a meaningful impact. Dates & TimesFlexible days Preferred hours: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Meeting LocationGrand Hall, Visitor Center Upon arrival, volunteers will: Be assigned a garden area to survey Receive a list of daffodil cultivars to identify Use a photo ID guide and map for reference Volunteers will identify daffodils, estimate counts when possible, and mark locations on their map. A brief training will be provided before heading out to your assigned area. What to BringSunscreen Water bottle Bug spray Gardening clothes Garden gloves Snacks (optional) Questions? Contact:Heather Clenin - hclenin@powellgardens.org Zoe Aber – zaber@powellgardens.org Come enjoy stunning spring blooms while helping care for our gardens—we’d love to have you join us! Program: Horticulture Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 64061 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Volunteer Support – Horticulture Team (Led by Eric Perrette)Horticulture Team Volunteer Volunteers supporting the Horticulture Team play a hands-on role in caring for and growing the Gardens. Tasks may include pulling weeds, planting seasonal flowers and plants, preparing soil mixtures, mulching, and assisting with general garden maintenance projects. Activities vary by season and weather, but all work helps keep the Gardens healthy and beautiful for our guests. No prior gardening experience is required—training and guidance will be provided on site. This opportunity is ideal for volunteers who enjoy working outdoors and don’t mind getting a little dirty. Schedule Tuesdays: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Wednesdays: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Thursdays: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Saturdays: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. What to Bring Closed-toe shoes (required) Water bottle Garden gloves (if you have them) Cushion or kneeling pad for comfort during weeding (optional) Sunscreen and bug spray, as needed Staff Lead Program: Horticulture Horticulture Team Volunteer Volunteers supporting the Horticulture Team play a hands-on role in caring for and growing the Gardens. Tasks may include pulling weeds, planting seasonal flowers and plants, preparing soil mixtures, mulching, and assisting with general garden maintenance projects. Activities vary by season and weather, but all work helps keep the Gardens healthy and beautiful for our guests. No prior gardening experience is required—training and guidance will be provided on site. This opportunity is ideal for volunteers who enjoy working outdoors and don’t mind getting a little dirty. Schedule Tuesdays: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Wednesdays: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Thursdays: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Saturdays: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. What to Bring Closed-toe shoes (required) Water bottle Garden gloves (if you have them) Cushion or kneeling pad for comfort during weeding (optional) Sunscreen and bug spray, as needed Staff Lead Program: Horticulture Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 64061 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Volunteer Support – Horticulture Team (Led by Brent Tucker)Get hands-on with some of Powell Gardens’ most unique and fascinating plants! Volunteers will assist with replanting, staking, and dropping orchids, as well as moving and organizing heavy containers in our greenhouse. Additionally, volunteers will help maintain the enchanting Stumpery Garden. Tasks may include light weeding, planting, and general upkeep to enhance this whimsical space. Schedules for this opportunity are the following weekly or bi-weekly mornings: Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to noon (Special Collections)Wednesday from 9 a.m. to noon (Stumpery Gardens)Thursday from 9 a.m. to noon (Special Collections)Productions Greenhouse staff: Brent Tucker, lead horticulturist (btucker@powellgardens.org, 816-683-4839)Items to bring: Water Favorite gardening tool if you own one (not required; tools will be provided)Close-toed shoesSunscreenProgram: Horticulture Get hands-on with some of Powell Gardens’ most unique and fascinating plants! Volunteers will assist with replanting, staking, and dropping orchids, as well as moving and organizing heavy containers in our greenhouse. Additionally, volunteers will help maintain the enchanting Stumpery Garden. Tasks may include light weeding, planting, and general upkeep to enhance this whimsical space. Schedules for this opportunity are the following weekly or bi-weekly mornings: Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to noon (Special Collections)Wednesday from 9 a.m. to noon (Stumpery Gardens)Thursday from 9 a.m. to noon (Special Collections)Productions Greenhouse staff: Brent Tucker, lead horticulturist (btucker@powellgardens.org, 816-683-4839)Items to bring: Water Favorite gardening tool if you own one (not required; tools will be provided)Close-toed shoesSunscreenProgram: Horticulture Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 64061 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Volunteer Support – Horticulture Team (Led by Christian Van Matre)Horticulture Team Volunteer Volunteers supporting the Horticulture Team play a hands-on role in caring for and growing the Gardens. Tasks may include pulling weeds, planting seasonal flowers and plants, preparing soil mixtures, mulching, and assisting with general garden maintenance projects. Activities vary by season and weather, but all work helps keep the Gardens healthy and beautiful for our guests. No prior gardening experience is required—training and guidance will be provided on site. This opportunity is ideal for volunteers who enjoy working outdoors and don’t mind getting a little dirty. Schedule Tuesdays: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Wednesdays: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Thursdays: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. What to Bring Closed-toe shoes (required) Water bottle Garden gloves (if you have them) Cushion or kneeling pad for comfort during weeding (optional) Sunscreen and bug spray, as needed Staff Lead Program: Horticulture Horticulture Team Volunteer Volunteers supporting the Horticulture Team play a hands-on role in caring for and growing the Gardens. Tasks may include pulling weeds, planting seasonal flowers and plants, preparing soil mixtures, mulching, and assisting with general garden maintenance projects. Activities vary by season and weather, but all work helps keep the Gardens healthy and beautiful for our guests. No prior gardening experience is required—training and guidance will be provided on site. This opportunity is ideal for volunteers who enjoy working outdoors and don’t mind getting a little dirty. Schedule Tuesdays: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Wednesdays: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Thursdays: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. What to Bring Closed-toe shoes (required) Water bottle Garden gloves (if you have them) Cushion or kneeling pad for comfort during weeding (optional) Sunscreen and bug spray, as needed Staff Lead Program: Horticulture Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 64061 Allow Groups: Yes |