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To advance our educational mission, Brookgreen Gardens is offering “Brookgreen U” in 2021, providing a variety of classes and hands-on learning opportunities for the community and our visitors.
Consisting of a variety of lectures, demonstrations, and workshops, classes will begin in January. Four classes per month will be offered each quarter: January – March, April – June, and September – November. Classes will concentrate on Art, Horticulture, Wildlife, and History.
Some classes will engage students in make-and-take activities. Electives will include ongoing learning experiences at Brookgreen Gardens. Completion of each class or elective will qualify as one (1) credit. Completion of four (4) classes or electives per quarter that represent one of each departmental focus of Art, Horticulture, Wildlife, and History will qualify students with enough credits to receive a Brookgreen U Certificate.
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Wed, Oct 11 2023, 1 - 2pm
Wed, Sep 13 2023, Wed, Sep 27 2023, Wed, Oct 11 2023, Wed, Oct 25 2023, Wed, Nov 8 2023, Wed, Nov 15 2023
Explore the beliefs, cultural nuances, language, and heritage of the unique Gullah Geechee people. Examine ways that people of all cultures align. Presented by Ron Daise. - September 13 and 27, 2023 “We Wear the Mask” Learn about Gullah Geechee culture, history, and beliefs. The resilience and dignity of Gullah Geechee people throughout systems of oppression are explored through excerpts of a...
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Thu, Oct 12 2023, 10:30 - 11:30am
Thu, Oct 12 2023
Installing and maintaining a landscape may seem like an overwhelming task, but it doesn't have to be. There are many ways we can work smarter and lighten the load in our yards. Join us as we discuss low maintenance landscapes and how we can make our life easier when it comes to installing and maintaining our outdoor space.
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Tue, Oct 24 2023, 10:30 - 11:30am
Tue, Oct 24 2023
What are the most important things you can do to prepare for next Summer's vegetable growing season? We have answers, as you reflect and take notes! Jason will follow up on his Spring Garden Earth: Organic Vegetable Gardening 101, with a look back at different vegetables organically grown in Bethea's Garden during this past Summer 2023. From crops such as tomatoes, cucumbers, muskmelons, and...
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Wed, Oct 25 2023, 10:30 - 11:30am
Wed, Oct 25 2023
Discover fascinating facts about bats as we learn their importance to humans and how we can help create a healthier environment for them.
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Wed, Oct 25 2023, 1 - 2pm
Wed, Sep 13 2023, Wed, Sep 27 2023, Wed, Oct 11 2023, Wed, Oct 25 2023, Wed, Nov 8 2023, Wed, Nov 15 2023
Explore the beliefs, cultural nuances, language, and heritage of the unique Gullah Geechee people. Examine ways that people of all cultures align. Presented by Ron Daise. - September 13 and 27, 2023 “We Wear the Mask” Learn about Gullah Geechee culture, history, and beliefs. The resilience and dignity of Gullah Geechee people throughout systems of oppression are explored through excerpts of a...
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Mon, Nov 6 2023, 10:30 - 11:30am
Mon, Nov 6 2023
Join Don as he talks about the history of rice in SC, the current rice industry, and a year in the life of a rice farmer. He will discuss the issues and solutions for farmers trying to grow rice, and how White House over came these issues to bring back rice cultivation, and Andy's Foundation.
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Wed, Nov 8 2023, 10:30 - 11:30am
Wed, Nov 8 2023
Red wolves are here at Brookgreen Gardens! Join Andrea DeMuth, VP and Curator of Zoo Collections, as she tells us about our native wolf of the southeast, and Brookgreen's new red wolf exhibit.
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Wed, Nov 8 2023, 1 - 2pm
Wed, Sep 13 2023, Wed, Sep 27 2023, Wed, Oct 11 2023, Wed, Oct 25 2023, Wed, Nov 8 2023, Wed, Nov 15 2023
Explore the beliefs, cultural nuances, language, and heritage of the unique Gullah Geechee people. Examine ways that people of all cultures align. Presented by Ron Daise. - September 13 and 27, 2023 “We Wear the Mask” Learn about Gullah Geechee culture, history, and beliefs. The resilience and dignity of Gullah Geechee people throughout systems of oppression are explored through excerpts of a...
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Wed, Nov 15 2023, 1 - 2pm
Wed, Sep 13 2023, Wed, Sep 27 2023, Wed, Oct 11 2023, Wed, Oct 25 2023, Wed, Nov 8 2023, Wed, Nov 15 2023
Explore the beliefs, cultural nuances, language, and heritage of the unique Gullah Geechee people. Examine ways that people of all cultures align. Presented by Ron Daise. - September 13 and 27, 2023 “We Wear the Mask” Learn about Gullah Geechee culture, history, and beliefs. The resilience and dignity of Gullah Geechee people throughout systems of oppression are explored through excerpts of a...
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Thu, Nov 16 2023, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Thu, Nov 16 2023
Discover the art of Adinkra stamping and create your own unique symbol! In this workshop, you'll explore the rich symbolism of Adinkra, a traditional visual language used by the Asante people of Ghana, the life of Harriet Tubman, and the ironwork of master blacksmith, Phillip Simmons. Explore the meaning behind hundreds of documented Adinkra symbols, ranging from older ones linked to proverbs...