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, Oct 8 2024, 10:30 - 11:30am
Tue, Oct 8 2024
If you're like a lot of the Grand Strand community, you're probably not a native South Carolinian and may have even moved here from a different part of the country. Join Lucy Contreras as she helps fellow "transplants" get up to speed in gardening in the South. Learn about plants that perform well in your new home, general garden lessons, and the trials and tribulations from a Northerner-turned...
Tue, Oct 8 2024, 12 - 1pm
Tue, Oct 8 2024, Tue, Nov 12 2024
Registration: October 8th | November 12 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...
Wed, Oct 9 2024, 1 - 2pm
Wed, Oct 9 2024, Wed, Oct 23 2024, Wed, Nov 6 2024, Wed, Nov 20 2024, Wed, Sep 11 2024, Wed, Sep 25 2024
Education
Register: October 9th | October 23rd | November 6th | November 20th In a novel portrayal of Gullah Geechee culture, author and cultural interpreter Ron Daise will engage listeners in a participatory presentation about history, songs, beliefs, and language. He will share information about his research for and excerpts from his historical novel, Raptors in the Ricelands, which is set in a fictional...
Thu, Oct 10 2024, 10am - 2pm
Thu, Oct 10 2024
Join us for a Watercolor Workshop where participants will learn, through guided instruction and hands-on practice, the art of simplifying complex forms. Participants will also harness color temperature to breathe life into their creations, mastering the delicate dance between light and shadow to evoke the illusion of depth and space. As the workshop unfolds, each participant is encouraged to bring...
Fri, Oct 11 2024, 10am - 2pm
Fri, Oct 11 2024
Dive into the captivating world of wet cyanotype printing in our hands-on workshop! This unique process, known for its rich, deep blue tones and striking contrasts, allows you to create stunning, one-of-a-kind botanical prints. During this immersive experience, participants will learn to prepare and expose wet cyanotype prints using fresh materials. To inspire your creativity, we'll start with an...
Sat, Oct 12 2024, 10:30 - 11:30am
Sat, Apr 6 2024, Sat, Apr 13 2024, Sat, Apr 20 2024, Sat, Apr 27 2024, Sat, May 4 2024, Sat, May 11 2024, Sat, May 18 2024, Sat, May 25 2024, Sat, Sep 7 2024, Sat, Sep 14 2024, Sat, Sep 21 2024, Sat, Sep 28 2024, Sat, Oct 5 2024, Sat, Oct 12 2024, Sat, Oct 19 2024, Sat, Oct 26 2024
10:30am - 11:30am
Please Note: Remaining sessions will be held in the Leonard Pavilion Class Description: Yoga in The Gardens allows you to experience Brookgreen Gardens in a unique way. Connect your body, mind, and spirit in the tranquil setting of beautiful Brookgreen Gardens. This Hatha-based practice is ideal for anyone who enjoys the opportunity to move one's body in an outdoor setting, breathe deeply, and...
Tue, Oct 15 2024, 7 - 9am
Tue, Sep 3 2024, Tue, Sep 17 2024, Tue, Oct 1 2024, Tue, Oct 15 2024, Tue, Nov 5 2024, Tue, Nov 19 2024
Registration: S eptember 3 | September 17 | October 1 (Registration is Full) October 15 (Registration is Full) | November 5 | November 19 Join Richard Costa on an informative walk through the landscapes of Brookgreen Gardens. Join him for an insightful bird walk, meandering along the creek and Gardens, where he expertly identifies various avian species amidst the lush surroundings. Don't forget to...
Thu, Oct 17 2024, 11am - 12pm
Thu, Oct 17 2024
Medicine bags have long been used by Native American cultures as personal pouches for holding sacred items—not traditional medicines as we know them today, but objects with deep personal meaning. Owners often place items inside that represent strength, memory, or love, such as a piece of oak for resilience, a baby tooth to honor a special time, or a lock of hair from a loved one who has passed on...
Thu, Oct 17 2024, 1 - 4pm
Thu, Oct 17 2024
In ancient times, chokers were not just decorative but served as protective armor. Today, they are worn as stylish accessories with deep cultural significance. Join us to craft your own authentic, one-of-a-kind Native American choker and discover the rich history of the Waccamaw Indian People, one of the local tribes of Horry County. About the Instructor: Susan Hayes-Hatcher, born in Landstuhl...
Sat, Oct 19 2024, 10:30 - 11:30am
Sat, Apr 6 2024, Sat, Apr 13 2024, Sat, Apr 20 2024, Sat, Apr 27 2024, Sat, May 4 2024, Sat, May 11 2024, Sat, May 18 2024, Sat, May 25 2024, Sat, Sep 7 2024, Sat, Sep 14 2024, Sat, Sep 21 2024, Sat, Sep 28 2024, Sat, Oct 5 2024, Sat, Oct 12 2024, Sat, Oct 19 2024, Sat, Oct 26 2024
10:30am - 11:30am
Please Note: Remaining sessions will be held in the Leonard Pavilion Class Description: Yoga in The Gardens allows you to experience Brookgreen Gardens in a unique way. Connect your body, mind, and spirit in the tranquil setting of beautiful Brookgreen Gardens. This Hatha-based practice is ideal for anyone who enjoys the opportunity to move one's body in an outdoor setting, breathe deeply, and...

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