by Abby Cantrell | Sep 16, 2026
Winter Lights Job Fair Tuesday, October 6 The North Carolina Arboretum is hiring for the 2026 Winter Lights season, and we’re inviting the community to our Job Fair on Tuesday, October 6, from 5:00–7:00 p.m., in the Arboretum Library. We’re currently...
by Lauren Lampley | Sep 5, 2026
Walking Meditation & Qigong with Jenne Sluder Friday, October 30 | 9 – 10am Register Here! Enjoy a slow, mindful walking meditation through the gardens, practicing breath awareness and sensory attention to touch the deep peace and simple wonders of quiet...
by Lauren Lampley | Sep 5, 2026
How Plants Respond to Their Environment with Alexandra Holland Thursday, October 29 | 1 – 2:30pm BRN – Core | BREG – Elective Register Here! How do plants handle stress? How do they respond to their environment? In this class we’ll explore...
by Lauren Lampley | Sep 5, 2026
Backyard Baskets: Coiling with Natural Materials with Alyssa Sacora Wednesday, October 28 | 10 – 4pm Register Here! Many local plants lend themselves to basket making. In this workshop, we will create a coiled vessel using leaves and grasses harvested from cultivated...
by Lauren Lampley | Sep 4, 2026
Spring Starts in the Winter for Roses with John Smith Friday, October 23 | 1 – 3pm BREG – Elective Register Here! Planning a great rose garden doesn’t begin in spring, the work begins with thoughtful planning through the quiet days of winter. Every hour...
by Lauren Lampley | Sep 4, 2026
River Systems Field Class with Anton DuMars Friday, October 23 | 11am – 5pm BRN – Core Register Here! For the River Systems Field Experience, we will observe processes and indicators along the Davidson River, a Blue Ridge tributary of the French Broad...
