Forming a land-based relationship with place is an ongoing process, whether you live and garden on your own land, in an apartment or another setting. Together you’ll explore what it means to arrive in an ecosystem, become a part of it and take responsibility for your shared future.
This North Carolina State Natural Area is a gem, with a diversity of natural plant and animal communities not found anywhere else in the Triangle region. Join Paul Manos and Alec Motten on a 2- to 3-mile mountain hike of moderate difficulty. Both Alec and Paul bring a deep expertise in plants and ecology; they will “read” the landscape and give you a unique view of Occoneechee Mountain.
Explore gardening, how plants grow and learn about which animals may be living in Duke Gardens and using the plants to survive. Each session will have hands on activities and interactive lessons that inspire curiosity and encourage connections with the natural world. Children can be dropped off for the 1.5-hour lesson and will be guided by 2 educators while they explore the Gardens.
Join us for a story time and some self-guided activities at the Charlotte Brody Discovery Garden (D3 on the map). Story times will begin at 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. each Thursday morning in the story circle in the Discovery Garden. Activities for caregivers to enjoy with their youngsters will be available on the picnic tables in the same garden area.
Plan your visit to include a stop in the Discovery Garden for this special opportunity to meet the keepers of the bees, chickens and incredible edible plants. Stop by to meet and learn from staff members who specialize in caring for this engaging garden area beloved by learners of all ages. Drop-in activity for all ages. Adult chaperone required for minors.
Join Chizuko Sueyoshi and members of the Japanese Tea Practitioners of Durham for a moment of respite in the Duke Gardens teahouse, where you will experience the centering calm of a traditional Japanese tea gathering.
Horticulturists Michelle Rawlins and Megan Brown will demonstrate how to construct a holiday wreath for your front door using fresh cut greenery from the Gardens. Each participant will learn how to build a wreath using provided greenery and other interesting botanical material. Please bring a pair of hand pruners and any additional adornments you would like to include. All other material will be provided.
Join Chizuko Sueyoshi and members of the Japanese Tea Practitioners of Durham for a moment of respite in the Duke Gardens teahouse, where you will experience the centering calm of a traditional Japanese tea gathering.
Join Chizuko Sueyoshi and members of the Japanese Tea Practitioners of Durham for a moment of respite in the Duke Gardens teahouse, where you will experience the centering calm of a traditional Japanese tea gathering.
Join Katie Rose Levin on a winter walk where we’ll learn how to identify trees while they are fast asleep! You’ll learn about a mix of evergreen and deciduous trees by closely observing buds, bark and other clues that reveal tree identity. We will talk about how trees influence our gardens, the birds, butterflies and bees, even while they are deep in their winters repose.
