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

Wed, Apr 30 2025, 10 - 11am
Wed, Jan 15 2025, Wed, Feb 19 2025, Wed, Feb 26 2025, Wed, Mar 19 2025, Wed, Mar 26 2025, Wed, Apr 23 2025, Wed, Apr 30 2025, Wed, May 21 2025, Wed, May 28 2025, Wed, Jun 25 2025
Chair yoga is a gentle practice that can be enjoyed by anyone with an interest in elevating spinal health and flexibility, practicing mindfulness, or learning to harness the power of their breath. In this class, yoga postures are performed while seated and/or assisted by a chair. Chair yoga is also a great exercise option for individuals with mobility issues. Students of all experience levels are...
Thu, May 1 2025, 10:30 - 11:30am
Thu, May 1 2025
Led by Myrtle Beach Neighborhood Services Director Cookie Canty Goings, this talk will delve into the history of Charlie’s Place, a popular Myrtle Beach night club and entertainment space during the 1940s-1950s, now restored and serving the community as a museum and a site for businesses, meetings and cultural experiences. About the Speaker: Mary “Cookie” Canty Goings spent 30 years in public...
Sat, May 3 2025, 10:30 - 11:30am
Sat, Apr 5 2025, Sat, Apr 12 2025, Sat, Apr 19 2025, Sat, Apr 26 2025, Sat, May 3 2025, Sat, May 10 2025, Sat, May 17 2025, Sat, May 24 2025
10:30am - 11:30am
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 simply feel better than you do today. Move through a series of gentle...
Tue, May 6 2025, 7 - 9am
Tue, Mar 4 2025, Tue, Mar 18 2025, Tue, Apr 1 2025, Tue, Apr 22 2025, Tue, May 6 2025, Tue, May 20 2025
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 bring your binoculars and comfortable walking shoes to fully immerse yourself in this experience. After the walk, indulge in conversation...
Tue, May 6 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...
Tue, May 6 2025, 10:30 - 11:30am
Tue, May 6 2025
The Coastal Conservation League engaged in a multi-year initiative alongside community partners to protect Sandy Island, the 12,000-acre island nestled between the Waccamaw and the Pee Dee rivers. The Sandy Island Project was one of multiple initiatives dedicated to Gullah cultural conservation. Becky Ryon will highlight efforts to support the residents of Sandy Island, Bucksport, Burgess, and...
Wed, May 7 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...
Wed, May 7 2025, 1 - 2pm
Wed, Apr 2 2025, Wed, Apr 16 2025, Wed, May 7 2025, Wed, May 21 2025
Education
Ron Daise discusses Gullah Geechee culture and history as depicted through characters and scenes in Raptors in the Ricelands, his first historical novel. Set in a twenty-first century fictional community within Georgetown, SC, a story unfolds, revealing family secrets and conflicts that challenge cultural beliefs. The book is conveyed in four acts and with chapter names that follow the production...
Sat, May 10 2025, 10:30 - 11:30am
Sat, Apr 5 2025, Sat, Apr 12 2025, Sat, Apr 19 2025, Sat, Apr 26 2025, Sat, May 3 2025, Sat, May 10 2025, Sat, May 17 2025, Sat, May 24 2025
10:30am - 11:30am
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 simply feel better than you do today. Move through a series of gentle...
Tue, May 13 2025, 10:30 - 11:30am
Tue, May 13 2025
Join us for an engaging tour of Brookgreen Gardens' Lowcountry Zoo, where horticulture and wildlife care go hand in hand. Discover how maintaining plant life in a zoo setting differs from traditional garden spaces, from providing natural habitats for animals to selecting plants that support native ecosystems. Learn about the unique challenges and creative strategies used to cultivate a thriving...

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