# Garden Artists: Thanksgiving Plates

> Event for families in the Virginia Beach–Chesapeake–Norfolk area (VA / NC). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Sun, Nov 22 · 10:00 AM
- Where: Norfolk Botanical Garden, 6700 Azalea Garden Rd, Norfolk, VA 23518
- Ages: Ages 3+
- Price: Check official pricing
- Organizer: Norfolk Botanical Garden
- Official page: https://norfolkbotanicalgarden.org/event/garden-artists-thanksgiving-plates-2/
- Last checked: Fri, Oct 30

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## About

Garden Artists: Thanksgiving Plates invites kids to paint a decorative set for the Thanksgiving table, including a ceramic dinner plate and a matching side plate. It is recommended for ages 3 and up with some chaperone help, and families can choose from several sessions during the day in a visitor center classroom. Adults who want their own plate set must register with a child ticket. Tickets include daytime garden admission but not the Garden of Lights.

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