What Workshops Does Eagle Creek Bonsai Hold?

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Eagle Creek Bonsai holds monthly workshops from March through September, covering various tree species and bonsai styles. The 2026 workshop information has been updated on the WORKSHOPS page of eaglecreekbonsai.com. To confirm dates, topics, or availability, contact the shop by phone at (317) 471-7696 or by email at [email protected].

Workshop Schedule and Format

According to the shop's website, workshops run monthly from March through September. That seven-month window means the workshop season pauses from October through February, so anyone planning a visit should aim for spring through early fall.

Each session focuses on a particular tree species or bonsai style, rather than a single fixed curriculum repeated every month. Because the specific topic changes month to month, the WORKSHOPS page is the place to check what is scheduled for a given date.

How to Get Current Details

The site states that the 2026 Workshops have been updated on the WORKSHOPS page. Since the homepage does not list individual dates or topics, use the following steps:

  1. Go to eaglecreekbonsai.com and open the WORKSHOPS page for the current schedule.
  2. Note the month and topic that match your interest and experience level.
  3. Call (317) 471-7696 or email [email protected] to confirm the session, ask about materials, and reserve a spot.

The homepage does not publish workshop pricing, class size, or registration deadlines, so those details need to be confirmed directly with the shop.

What Else Eagle Creek Bonsai Offers

Workshops are one part of a broader set of services. The shop also provides:

  • Bonsai trees and pre-bonsai, including tropical and temperate varieties
  • Tools, pots, wire, soil, and other supplies
  • Suiseki (viewing stones), with daizas handmade by owner Scott Yelich
  • Speaking engagements, private lessons, demonstrations, and team building events
  • Greenhouse and garden visits by appointment

Eagle Creek Bonsai has operated in Indianapolis, Indiana since September 2009, and Scott Yelich has worked with bonsai for over 30 years. The shop also appears at local farmers' markets, bonsai shows, and craft shows, which can be another way to meet the team before committing to a workshop.

Practical Notes Before You Sign Up

  • Season matters: workshops only run March through September, so plan ahead if you want a specific month.
  • Appointments for visits: the greenhouse and garden are open by appointment only — call to schedule.
  • Ask about level: the site describes workshops across different species and styles but does not label them by beginner or advanced, so confirm fit when you call.
  • Check the page first: the WORKSHOPS page carries the updated 2026 listing, which is more current than the general homepage text.

For anyone in or near Indianapolis who wants hands-on bonsai instruction, the monthly March–September workshops are the core offering, with the WORKSHOPS page and a quick call or email as the reliable way to get exact dates and topics.