Upcoming Events

Sat, Apr 19 - Sun, Jun 8 2025, All day
Sat, Apr 19 - Sun, Jun 8 2025
9:30am - 5:00pm
An exhibit of paintings by members of the Brookgreen Gardens Plein Air Guild. Many of the paintings are of scenes of Brookgreen or other outdoor locations painted on site. On view daily in the new Lowcountry Gallery located in the Lowcountry Center. Interested in joining the Brookgreen Plein Air Guild? Find information here.
Sat, May 3 - Sun, Sep 14 2025, All day
Sat, May 3 - Sun, Sep 14 2025
9:30am - 5:00pm
Pollinators Playground invites you to explore the world as a hungry pollinator! Fly, leap, climb, or crawl your way through this family-friendly exhibition and see what it takes for a pollinator to survive, help the world's plants thrive, and, in the process, feed the world! Before you begin your adventure, learn the ins and outs of pollination at Pollinator Basic Training. Then, use your...
Sat, May 3 - Sun, Jul 20 2025, All day
Sat, May 3 - Sun, Jul 20 2025
American Sculpture
Pictured: Great Egret in Courtship Display by Melinda Welker and Pompano Cluster by Flavia Lovatelli Brookgreen Inspires: Women Create presents the beauty and power of Brookgreen Gardens and its collections as seen through the eyes of sculptors, painters, and photographers who are members of the South Carolina Chapter of the National Association of Women Artists. Their interpretations of...
Sat, May 3 - Sat, Aug 30 2025, All day
Sat, May 3 - Sat, Aug 30 2025
9:30am - 5:00pm
Botanical Gardens
Gardens of Glass: The Art of Craig Mitchell Smith showcases vibrant glass sculptures that capture nature's beauty. The pieces shine by day with intricate colors and details, and on select summer evenings are illuminated, creating a magical atmosphere. Daytime admission is included with the general admission ticket to the Gardens, while evening visits require a separate event ticket to Summer Light...
Tue, May 20 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 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 20 2025, 10:30 - 11:30am
Tue, May 20 2025
Dive into the wonderful world of the Giant Water Lily, one of nature's most spectacular aquatic plants. In this engaging one-hour session, explore how Brookgreen Gardens nurtures the stunning Victoria 'Longwood Hybrid' Water Lily. Learn about its unique features, from its massive leaves to its breathtaking blooms, and uncover the secrets of its care and cultivation. Perfect for plant lovers and...
Wed, May 21 2025, 10 - 11am
Wed, Sep 17 2025, Wed, Sep 24 2025, Wed, Oct 22 2025, Wed, Oct 29 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...
Wed, May 21 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...
Wed, May 21 2025, 5 - 8pm
Sat, Mar 1 2025, Wed, Mar 5 2025, Sat, Mar 8 2025, Wed, Mar 12 2025, Sat, Mar 15 2025, Wed, Mar 19 2025, Sat, Mar 22 2025, Wed, Mar 26 2025, Sat, Mar 29 2025, Wed, Apr 2 2025, Sat, Apr 5 2025, Wed, Apr 9 2025, Sat, Apr 12 2025, Wed, Apr 16 2025, Sat, Apr 19 2025, Wed, Apr 23 2025, Sat, Apr 26 2025, Wed, Apr 30 2025, Sat, May 3 2025, Wed, May 7 2025, Sat, May 10 2025, Wed, May 14 2025, Wed, May 21 2025, Sat, May 24 2025, Wed, May 28 2025
-Experience An Evening of Art and Dining In the Gardens- We are thrilled to announce the return of our "Art After Hours" with extended hours until 8 PM on Wednesdays and Saturdays, March 1st through May 28th! See beautiful art under an evening spring sky and indulge in dinner at Harvest Restaurant. (Reservations recommended) Please be aware that the Lowcountry Zoo will still close at 5 PM, and the...
Thu, May 22 2025, 1 - 2pm
Thu, Jan 23 2025, Thu, Feb 27 2025, Thu, Mar 13 2025, Thu, Apr 24 2025, Thu, May 22 2025, Thu, Jun 26 2025, Thu, Jul 24 2025, Thu, Aug 28 2025, Thu, Sep 25 2025, Thu, Oct 23 2025, Thu, Nov 20 2025
1:00pm - 2:00pm
American Sculpture
2025 Topics: April 24 Huntington Home Movies with Robin Salmon (Located in the Jennewein Gallery) May 22 Brookgreen Inspires—Women Create, with Robin Salmon June 26 Two Horsey Women, Anna Hyatt Huntington and Belle Baruch, with Robin Salmon and Lee Brockington July 24 Archeological Investigations at Laurel Hill Plantation with Dr. David Palmer, CCU August 28 National Sculpture Society 92nd Annual...

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