Kids & Families

The Arboretum offers numerous outdoor education programs for children and families. Learn more about the value of nature-based learning from our Brooke Applegate, Director of Education:  

“Why does nature-based learning matter? Nature-based learning provides children with boundless opportunities for…..

To ensure alignment with our mission and to manage the high demand for our educational spaces, outside instructors are prohibited from offering paid classes or workshops on garden grounds. All paid educational programs are exclusively led by Arboretum staff or designated program partners. If you are interested in potentially partnering with the Arboretum on a class offering, please contact brooke.applegate@arboretum.org.