Self-Sustaining Terrarium Workshop

Build your own self-sustaining mini garden in this hands-on terrarium workshop in New York City.



1.5 hours Location Financial District Class size 1 to 40 (public classes), 7 to 45   $99 - $149 ($99 for Medium Glass Jar; $119 for Large Jar; $129 for Wardian Case Terrarium; $149 for Mars Dome Terrarium)

Enjoy a calming, hands-on workshop in the heart of New York as you create your own self-sustaining terrarium—a tiny living landscape enclosed in a sleek glass jar. Combining nature, creativity, and simple design, this experience is perfect for plant lovers and anyone looking to slow down and recharge.
What to Expect:
  • Understand the fundamentals: Learn how closed ecosystems stay balanced and easy to care for.
  • Create your landscape: Layer stones, soil, moss, and live plants with guided instruction.
  • Add personal touches: Customize your terrarium with natural dĂ©cor and small accents.
  • Unwind while you craft: A cozy, welcoming setting ideal for individuals, couples, or groups.
Take home a beautiful, low-maintenance terrarium that adds lasting greenery to any space. All supplies are included—just come ready to create.

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Times are New York time. Dates and prices as of 14 Nov 2026, 8:17pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

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What you'll get
  • Glass jar with cork
  • Living moss
  • Exotic plant
  • Soil
  • Peat moss
  • Green moss
  • Activated carbon
  • Rocks (gravel and pebbles)
  • Terrarium landscaping tools
  • Burlap
  • Scissors
  • Wooden stick
  • Cleaner
  • Decorations
  • Fairy lights
  • Water spray bottle
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Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly.
What to bring
Your curiosity!
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, team building activity, Christmas party, birthday or bachelorette party.

This experience would also be a cool gift for her, gift for mom, Xmas gift or gift for couples.

Location

93 Pearl Street 4th Floor, New York, NY 10004

This venue is within walking distance of Whitehall St-South Ferry, South Ferry, Broad St, Bowling Green, Wall St and Rector St stations

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Recent reviews of Self-Sustaining Terrarium Workshop

  • 5/5 from Stephanie Weetman, attended Jul 2026: I brought someone here for a date to make terrariums, and it was an awesome experience! The space is really open and thoughtfully laid out, so every group had their own little setup without feeling like you were on top of each other. It made for a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere and really felt like a private experience. We had Colby as our instructor, and they were fantastic! They were incredibly knowledgeable, explained everything clearly, and answered all of our questions. On top of that, they were just an absolute sweetheart and made the whole workshop so much fun. I highly recommend this class with Colby!
  • 5/5 from Alexander Cvancara, attended Jul 2026: Our teacher was really nice and helpful, while also giving us space to do our thing. I would take a class with them again.
  • 5/5 from Tatiana Keeby, attended Apr 2026: The class was amazing and so much fun. I really enjoyed learning about the history of terrariums while I created mine. Fatih was an amazing instructor, kind and super accommodating. This was the best activity to do for a birthday event. I will definitely be doing this again. Highly recommend!
Your teacher

Fatih Obut
Fatih Obut

4.9 (99)

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