Each month, Cylburn Arboretum Friends offers a variety of programs. Each is offered at a free or reduced cost to Cylburn Arboretum Friends members. Most programs are scheduled monthly from September through May (including the winter months). Please see the description of each program for more information:
Adult Classes
Wednesday Walks
These walks are geared toward an adult audience. Topics range broadly and each walk is led by a different expert and are scheduled for the third Wednesday of each month. Wednesday walks meet at the Vollmer Center at 12 noon and last approximately one hour, unless otherwise noted. Free for CAF members, $5 suggested donation for non-members.
Horticulture Culture
These in-depth classes are taught by our horticulture team and are designed to include the “why” behind what is seen in the Cylburn landscape. Classes are scheduled for the second Friday of each month and last 1.5-2 hours. Horticulture Culture classes typically include both indoor instruction and an outdoor component, and meet in the Nature Education Center (NEC) classroom. Free for CAF members, $5 suggested donation for non-members.
Gardeners Workshop
These adult workshops are taught by our horticulture team and are an opportunity to learn more about gardening concepts and skills. Classes meet in the Nature Education Center (NEC) classroom and typically include both a classroom and Cylburn grounds component. Our Gardener’s Workshops are offered on the first Thursday of each month. Cost of each workshop will be determined by topic and materials but CAF members will receive discounted admission.
Youth & Families
Nature Education Center Drop-in Activities
Join us on Saturdays at 11 am for scheduled nature-themed drop-in activities! Programs are geared toward children ages 5 and up as well as adults. Programs are free unless noted, no registration is required.
Tree Time
Tree Time is a parent/child nature class offered on the second Wednesday of the month from 10-11 am. Participants learn about nature through stories, crafts, and exploration. Ages 2-5, free for CAF members, $5 suggested donation for non-members.
Looking for something else?
- Information about class field trips: click here
- Information about our Summer Nature Camp: click here
- To find our more about Cylburn program offerings from our BCRP partners: click here