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Berry-Bearing Botanicals: Illustrating Birds’ Breakfasts
North Carolina Botanical Garden 100 Old Mason Farm Road, Chapel Hill, NC, United StatesIn this four-session class, we’ll explore painting in watercolor four native plants that produce berries and serve as vital food sources for our feathered friends during the Winter and Early Spring months. Join us in creating paintings of some of these essential plants and for discussions about the ecological importance of these plants and the fascinating interactions between North Carolina flora and the fauna they support.
Drop-In Discoveries: Awesome Amphibians
North Carolina Botanical Garden 100 Old Mason Farm Road, Chapel Hill, NC, United StatesCome explore the fascinating frogs and salamanders that live in the Garden! Discover what makes amphibians so unique, try out your best frog calls, and enjoy a hands-on craft activity to take home. Then, head to the Garden’s ponds with your new knowledge to look and listen for amphibians in their habitat!
All ages welcome. FREE walk-up activity takes place outdoors.
Drop-In Discoveries: Awesome Amphibians
North Carolina Botanical Garden 100 Old Mason Farm Road, Chapel Hill, NC, United StatesCome explore the fascinating frogs and salamanders that live in the Garden! Discover what makes amphibians so unique, try out your best frog calls, and enjoy a hands-on craft activity...
Hybrid Lunchbox Talk: Urban Forestry & Birds
North Carolina Botanical Garden 100 Old Mason Farm Road, Chapel Hill, NC, United StatesThis talk will offer an introduction to Urban Forestry, highlighting its importance to birds and how we can contribute to its health. Hannah will cover the various components of your urban forest, its role as a habitat, its connection to bird migration, and the relationships between birds and people. Additionally, there will be a high-level overview of tree ordinances to inform the community about how decisions regarding the tree canopy are made.
Nature Tales: Fairy Tales
North Carolina Botanical Garden 100 Old Mason Farm Road, Chapel Hill, NC, United StatesJoin us for a story hour filled with enchanting tales about fairies, forests, and a bit of make-believe magic. After the stories, let your imagination soar as we build fairy homes using nature's supplies. Come dressed for the weather and prepared to take a walk!
This family-friendly program has been designed especially for children ages 3–7. FREE, but registration is required.
Spring Break Camp (for ages 6-8)
North Carolina Botanical Garden 100 Old Mason Farm Road, Chapel Hill, NC, United StatesEnjoy a full week of nature adventures at the Garden this spring break! Campers will become springtime explorers, discovering the wonders of the season as they search for signs of new life in ponds, forests, and gardens. From spotting animals emerging from hibernation to uncovering plants as they begin to bloom, each day will be filled with exciting hands-on activities and outdoor time. In addition to nature exploration, campers will enjoy lively games, storytelling, and spring-themed crafts. With small groups and experienced environmental educators, this camp promises a fun and educational spring break experience!
Annual Evelyn McNeill Sims Native Plant Lecture: Adventures in Ecological Horticulture
North Carolina Botanical Garden 100 Old Mason Farm Road, Chapel Hill, NC, United States +1 moreWho doesn’t love butterflies? Habitat cultivation is a vital component of creating ecologically healthy landscapes, particularly in urban settings. But traditional landscaping practices rarely take biodiversity into consideration, and there is a dearth of effective guidelines to inform this goal.
For ecological horticulturist Rebecca McMackin, biodiversity is central to landscape management. In her 10 years as Director of Horticulture at Brooklyn Bridge Park, Rebecca oversaw 85 acres of diverse, organic landscapes, all managed to support birds, butterflies, and soil microorganisms.
Join us to learn how to use ecological insight and experimentation to develop new management strategies – and why careful observation and documentation of the insects, birds, and other wildlife in your gardens is crucial to their success.
Hybrid Lunchbox Talk: Native Grasses and Sedges – Smart Choices for Better Landscapes
North Carolina Botanical Garden 100 Old Mason Farm Road, Chapel Hill, NC, United StatesLooking for strategies to boost your landscape’s ecological impact? Join us for a look at plant-based solutions to common landscape challenges. Rather than oceans of mulch and vast expanses of turf grass, try using use native grasses and sedges. These extraordinary plants help preserve and build the soil, outcompete weeds, and offer a host of ecosystem benefits. Discover how greener grasses help build better landscapes and communities.
Nature Tales: Flower Power
North Carolina Botanical Garden 100 Old Mason Farm Road, Chapel Hill, NC, United StatesGet ready to stop and smell the flowers! Join us for a flower-themed story hour filled with colorful tales, songs, and activities that celebrate the beauty of blooms. Afterward, we'll set off into the gardens for a flower scavenger hunt. Come dressed for the weather and prepared to take a walk!
This family-friendly program has been designed especially for children ages 3–7. Free, but registration is required.
Drop-In Discoveries: Plants & Pollinators
North Carolina Botanical Garden 100 Old Mason Farm Road, Chapel Hill, NC, United StatesBuzz on over to the Garden where the beauty of nature is in full bloom! Learn about the fascinating world of native pollinators—bees, butterflies, moths, and more—and the important role these tiny workers play in our ecosystems. Whether you're a budding naturalist or just curious about the wonders of nature, this discovery station is buzzing with fun for all ages!
Drop-In Discoveries: Plants & Pollinators
North Carolina Botanical Garden 100 Old Mason Farm Road, Chapel Hill, NC, United StatesBuzz on over to the Garden where the beauty of nature is in full bloom! Learn about the fascinating world of native pollinators—bees, butterflies, moths, and more—and the important role...