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, 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...
Thu, May 8 2025, 10:30 - 11:30am
Thu, May 8 2025
Ready to be a hero in your own backyard? Join Kaela Miller for an eye-opening talk on invasive plants in the Grand Strand area, including a few that might already be lurking in your landscape. Discover how to identify and manage these aggressive invaders and explore beautiful native and "mannerly exotic" alternatives to restore balance and biodiversity to your outdoor spaces. Transform your garden...
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, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Tue, Mar 11 2025, Tue, Apr 8 2025, Tue, May 13 2025, Tue, Jun 10 2025
Registration: April 8 | May 13 | June 10 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...
Thu, May 15 2025, 10:30 - 11:30am
Thu, May 15 2025
Beekeeper Tom Francis will discuss the virtues of honeybees and the lessons we can learn from the amazing super organism that is a honeybee colony. Specifically, he will discuss their work ethic, their cleanliness, their cooperation with each other, and their usefulness to humanity. This presentation will reveal how humans can learn a thing or two from this magnificent species. About the Speaker...
Fri, May 16 2025, 10am - 2pm
Fri, May 16 2025
In this portrait workshop, you’ll learn how to create a beautiful watercolor portrait from start to finish. We’ll begin with basic sketching techniques and transfer methods for understanding facial proportions, then move on to layering washes for life like skin tones and depth. You'll learn watercolor techniques for building dimensions, detailing facial features, and refining shadows. By the end...
Sat, May 17 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 20 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 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...

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