WELCOME TO THE BONSAI SOCIETY OF UPSTATE NEW YORK
The Bonsai Society of Upstate New York was formed to promote an appreciation and practice of the horticultural art of Bonsai in upstate New York. We host Bonsai professionals, with both national and international reputations, for lectures, demonstrations, and workshops, and we also feature an exhibit of the area’s finest Bonsai that are open to the community. For those who are interested in learning more about the art of Bonsai, general education is shared at regularly scheduled meetings.
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Enjoy THE ART OF BONSAI
The Bonsai Society of Upstate New York offers a variety of lectures, demonstrations, and workshops, and warmly welcomes the community to learn more about the art of Bonsai.
BONSAI
Bonsai is a Japanese art of growing and nurturing trees that are miniature in size and grown in containers. A common practice of Zen Buddhism, bonsai trees represent a meditative practice and can signify balance, peace, and harmony. Learn more about the art of Bonsai, how to grow your first Bonsai, and tips to caring for your Bonsai.
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Bonsai is a Japanese art of growing and nurturing trees that are miniature in size and grown in containers. A common practice of Zen Buddhism, bonsai trees represent a meditative practice and can signify balance, peace, and harmony. Learn more about the art of Bonsai, how to grow your first Bonsai, and tips to caring for your Bonsai.
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Suiseki is the Japanese art of stone appreciation. Special stones are naturally formed over time by wind and water, which make them take on unique shapes and can remind us of other natural objects. Suiseki can be displayed on their own or be used as an accent to complement a bonsai tree. Learn more about the practice of Suiseki.
Learn MoreSUISEKI
Suiseki is the Japanese art of stone appreciation. Special stones are naturally formed over time by wind and water, which make them take on unique shapes and can remind us of other natural objects. Suiseki can be displayed on their own or be used as an accent to complement a bonsai tree. Learn more about the practice of Suiseki.
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Don’t miss out on any of our fun and educational programs this year. Thinking about coming to see us for the first time? There is no cost to visit a general meeting and we even have refreshments if you need an extra incentive!
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Bonsai Society of Upstate New York membership benefits include exclusive workshops with special artists, an extensive library of resources, monthly meetings, a monthly newsletter, and so much more.
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Originally formed in 1972, and later incorporated as an educational 501c(3) non-profit organization in 2016, The Bonsai Society of Upstate New York has continued to grow. We welcome all members of the community to join us and attend our meetings, and encourage everyone to learn more about us.
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If you would like to learn more about the wonderful world of Bonsai, can we invite you to contact us today!
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