Brookgreen U

Discover "Brookgreen U", our comprehensive continuing education initiative designed to enrich both the community and our visitors. Featuring an array of classes and interactive experiences, Brookgreen U fosters lifelong learning and exploration.

Beginning in January of each year, our program offers a curated selection of lectures, demonstrations, and workshops. With four classes per month, participants can delve into the realms of our four mission areas: Art, Horticulture, Wildlife, and History.

“Brookgreen U: Intensives” allows visitors to engage in hands-on activities and classes, where learning extends beyond the standard one hour timeframe. Electives provide ongoing educational opportunities within the surroundings of Brookgreen Gardens.

Join us in unlocking the doors to knowledge and exploration at Brookgreen U.

BROOKGREEN U CERTIFICATES

Our program is designed for personal enrichment. Each completed class or elective earns one credit, culminating in a Brookgreen U Certificate upon the completion of four classes or electives per quarter- fulfilling one class in each of the mission areas.

Attend four Brookgreen U offerings in a quarter and earn a Brookgreen U certificate! Certificate recipients can enjoy a 20% discount on purchases in our Keepsakes Gift Shop.

Our quarters are:

Winter (Jan.- Mar.), Spring (April- June), and Fall (Sept.-Nov.).

To learn more about a program, please select the desired listing below.

Registration is required. Walk-ins are subject to availability.

 

Commit yourself to lifelong learning. The most valuable asset you will ever have is your mind and what you put into it. – Albert Einstein

Tue, Jun 3 2025, 10 - 11am
Tue, Mar 4 2025, Tue, Apr 8 2025, Tue, May 6 2025, Tue, Jun 3 2025, Tue, Dec 3 2024
Join us at Brookgreen Gardens for Tree Walks led by Dominique Werboff, Ph.D. of Coastal Carolina University. Learn about tree anatomy, physiology, identification, and care, and how they function in landscapes and ecosystems. Whether you're a nature enthusiast seeking to deepen your understanding or simply looking for a fun and educational activity, our Tree Walks offer something for everyone...
Wed, Jun 4 2025, 10am - 12pm
Wed, Feb 5 2025, Thu, Mar 6 2025, Wed, Apr 2 2025, Wed, May 7 2025, Wed, Jun 4 2025, Wed, Oct 2 2024
On the first Wednesday of the month, join photographers Anne Malarich and CJ Uricks for a 2 hour walk through Brookgreen Gardens with cameras in hand! There will be various subjects discussed each month such as flowers, butterflies, and birds. You will discuss photographic topics along the way such as exposure and composition. It will be a learning experience for all! You must have a good working...
Thu, Jun 5 2025, 10:30 - 11:30am
Thu, Jun 5 2025
Join our Horticulturist, Luiz Nascimento, for a tour of two garden sections: Harvest Living Wall and Annual Border: Luiz will explain the process, preparation and planting of this seasonal annual display including over 500 plants. Four Corners: Luiz will discuss how we transformed this area into a shade perennial ornamental border including some native plants. About the Speaker: Luiz Nascimento...
Tue, Jun 10 2025, 10:30 - 11:30am
Tue, Jun 10 2025
Eating is a cultural universal. We eat to survive. But food is not just nutrition or deliciousness, it is history and culture. In this presentation, Dr. Jodi A. Barnes will talk about the archaeological research in Georgetown County and what it tells us about past foodways. From plant remains to animal bones and from stoneware storage jars to colonoware cooking pots, archaeological research...
Tue, Jun 10 2025, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Tue, Sep 9 2025, Tue, Oct 14 2025, Tue, May 13 2025, Tue, Jun 10 2025, Tue, Nov 11 2025, Sat, Sep 20 2025, Sat, Oct 18 2025
Immerse yourself in the serenity of nature and the ancient art of Tibetan Sound Bowl Meditation with our Harmony in Nature series. The journey of this unique experience offers a tranquil retreat with gentle melodies and resonant vibrations of Tibetan singing bowls as you are guided into a state of deep relaxation and rejuvenation. Join us for an unforgettable journey of inner peace and harmony...
Thu, Jun 12 2025, 10:30 - 11:30am
Thu, Jun 12 2025
Get acquainted with the inhabitants of the Animal Forest at Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site, in Charleston, SC – including the famous Clark the elk. The Animal Forest is home to a variety of species that inhabited South Carolina at the time when this site was a newly settled English colony. Animal Forest veterinarian Dr. Todd Heldreth discusses how zookeepers provide routine care to...
Sat, Jun 14 2025, 10am - 1pm
Sat, Jun 14 2025
Join us for a hands-on basket weaving workshop where you'll create a charming square-to-round basket—perfect for organizing spaces from your kitchen and dining room to the bathroom. Participants will learn how to lay out a base, weave structured sides, and finish the rim with professional techniques. This 6" x 6" basket is as functional as it is beautiful, and ideal for beginners or those looking...
Sat, Jun 14 2025, 2 - 3pm
Sat, Jun 14 2025
Join multimedia artist Kirsten Hoving for an intimate artist talk exploring her exhibition Up, Down, Near and Far at Brookgreen Gardens. Hoving will share insights into her unique photographic process and how she uses layered materials like silk organza, shadowboxes, and kinetic elements to blur the boundaries between abstraction and realism. Through a conversation about observation, memory, and...
Tue, Jun 17 2025, 10:30 - 11:30am
Tue, Jun 17 2025
This talk explores the rich history, cultural significance, and horticultural beauty of camellias. From their origins in East Asia to their spread across the world, camellias have been cherished for centuries for their exquisite blooms and deep symbolism. Additionally, practical insights on cultivation, care, and ideal growing conditions will be shared to help both novice and experienced gardeners...
Wed, Jun 18 2025, 10:30 - 11:30am
Wed, Jun 18 2025
Join us for a special Juneteenth program honoring freedom, heritage, and resilience through the power of storytelling. Acclaimed Gullah storyteller Frank Murry will share rich oral traditions passed down through generations, offering insight into the lives, wisdom, and culture of the Gullah Geechee people. Frank's stories connect the past to the present, celebrating the strength and spirit of...

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