Midsummer Makers Market (On-site Special Event)

Friends of the U.S. Botanic Garden 
The U.S. Botanic Garden Terrace will transform into a lively marketplace filled with local artists, makers, and specialty food vendors. Discover nature-inspired art, ceramics, jewelry, paper goods, plants, and handcrafted accessories, while enjoying refreshing drinks and delicious sweet and savory treats. It’s a festive opportunity to shop for unique gifts, support small businesses, and connect with fellow plant lovers in a beautiful garden setting. 

Vendors: 

  • Ann Gill: Botanic-inspired acrylic and digital paintings 
  • Jarabe Gourmet Pops: Mexican-style gourmet ice pops 
  • Marcella Kriebel: Watercolor prints and illustrated goods, including dish towels, aprons, and tote bags 
  • The Neighborgoods: Nature, food, and D.C. inspired prints and home goods 
  • Ojo Ceramica: Hand-thrown, botanic-inspired pottery 
  • Past Perfect Studio: Bags made from thrifted jeans and secondhand materials, alongside handmade jewelry and accessories 
  • The Preppy Pretzel: Hand-rolled, all-natural gourmet soft pretzels 
  • Refined Rat Studio: Custom portrait of yourself reimagined as a rat 
  • Rewild: Neighborhood plant store offering a curated selection of greenery 
  • Right Place Studio: Watercolor prints and cards featuring D.C. landmarks 
  • Salgu: Playful D.C.-inspired paper goods, including postcards, prints, and stickers 
  • Shade Metals: Botanical and mycological jewelry cast directly from natural forms 
  • The Spicy Grasshopper: Custom-made quick pickles 
  • Vintage Views: Botanical mocktails, fresh lemonades, and coffee 
  • Wildry: Pressed flower art, jewelry, and nature-inspired prints 

This event is offered in collaboration with the Friends of the U.S. Botanic Garden. If you're interested in supporting educational programs through a donation to the Friends of the U.S. Botanic Garden, click here

Intended Audience: All Levels

Saturday, June 13, 2026
10:00 AM to 5:00 PM  Eastern
Location: Conservatory Terrace
FREE: This is a drop-in program. No registration needed.

About the presenter

The Friends of the U.S. Botanic Garden is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization inspiring active environmental stewardship by supporting the U.S. Botanic Garden.