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:

Showcase your commitment to personal enrichment with a Brookgreen U certificate. Certificates are awarded quarterly to individuals who have participated in four or more Brookgreen U classes. For the maximum Brookgreen U experience, students are encouraged to take one class in each mission area per quarter. Certificates include a 20% discount on a purchase at Keepsakes, the Brookgreen museum shop.

Brookgreen U Quarters:

Winter (Jan.–Mar.), Spring (Apr.–June), & Fall (Sept.–Nov.).

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

Fri, Oct 3 2025, 10am - 2pm
Fri, Oct 3 2025
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 4 2025, 10:30 - 11:30am
Sat, Sep 13 2025, Sat, Sep 20 2025, Sat, Sep 27 2025, Sat, Oct 4 2025, Sat, Oct 11 2025, Sat, Oct 18 2025, Sat, Oct 25 2025, Sat, Nov 1 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, Oct 7 2025, 7 - 9am
Tue, Sep 2 2025, Tue, Sep 16 2025, Tue, Oct 7 2025, Tue, Oct 21 2025, Tue, Nov 4 2025, Tue, May 20 2025, Tue, Nov 18 2025
Join Richard Costa 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 to fully immerse yourself in this experience. After the walk, indulge in conversation over freshly brewed coffee and scones, adding a delightful conclusion to your morning exploration. **Please...
Tue, Oct 7 2025, 10 - 11am
Tue, Sep 2 2025, Tue, Oct 7 2025, Tue, Nov 4 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, Oct 8 2025, 1 - 2pm
Wed, Oct 8 2025, Wed, Oct 22 2025, Wed, Nov 5 2025, Wed, Nov 19 2025
Education
Author, Emmy-nominated Performing Artist, and Cultural Interpreter Ron Daise presents readings that focus on the Seasons, or the production stages of Carolina Gold Rice; Secrets of family and community members; and Signs, or cultural markers, that are revealed through dreams and prayers. Excerpts are from his historical novel, Raptors in the Ricelands, which is set in the twenty-first century...
Thu, Oct 9 2025, 10:30 - 11:30am
Thu, Oct 9 2025
Marsh Deane has long held a fascination with the night, growing to love the trepidation and rewards of exploring the wilderness after dark. This presentation will focus on the time of day when most are safely in bed, the deep dark Carolina Nights. Often the landscapes truly come to life after the sun has set, both predators and prey becoming active in the moon and starlight. Marsh will take...
Fri, Oct 10 2025, 10am - 12pm
Fri, Oct 10 2025
In this hands-on workshop, students will work with pre-made ceramic ornaments, bringing them to life through a thoughtful process of painting and embellishment. Using acrylic paints and liquid gold leaf, participants will hand-paint intricate leaf and vine designs onto each ornament. Once dry, each piece will be uniquely finished with delicate bronze sculpted flowers, handcrafted in Tony’s studio...
Fri, Oct 10 2025, 1 - 3pm
Fri, Oct 10 2025
In this immersive jewelry-making workshop, students will explore the art of sculpting with bronze Precious Metal Clay—the same material the instructor uses in his own fine art jewelry collections. Using pre-made molds, each participant will shape their own unique pendant. While the clay dries in a dehydrator, students will choose a semi-precious stone charm to accompany their design. A selection...
Sat, Oct 11 2025, 10:30 - 11:30am
Sat, Sep 13 2025, Sat, Sep 20 2025, Sat, Sep 27 2025, Sat, Oct 4 2025, Sat, Oct 11 2025, Sat, Oct 18 2025, Sat, Oct 25 2025, Sat, Nov 1 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, Oct 14 2025, 10:30 - 11:30am
Tue, Oct 14 2025
The Grand Strand is a seafood hub in South Carolina. However, Horry County recycles fewer oyster shells than any other county in the state. The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) is working to develop partnerships of all shapes and sizes to increase oyster shell recycling efforts within the Grand Strand. Find out how SCDNR and its partners encourage you to take the initiative...

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