Join landscape historian Lucinda (Cindy) Brockway as we explore the legacy of the Fells gardens and grounds in the context of their times. In the shadow of Mount Sunapee, the Hay family created their own interpretation of the Rustic and the Refined in the rocky pastures and woodlands of former farmland. Here, nature and culture […]
Make herbal teas and ghee to support the unique mind-body constitution (dosha) and understand ayurvedic metabolic principles. Discover the wisdom of Ayurveda, the ancient Indian “Science of Life,” and learn simple, nourishing practices to support balance and well-being in everyday life. Closely connected to the traditions of yoga, Ayurveda teaches us how to live in […]
Discover how a single raised bed can supply your home with stunning, fresh-cut flowers throughout the year. Why buy bouquets when you can grow them? Join us at Marin Art and Garden Center for the next installment of our How Does Your Garden Grow? hands-on lecture series, where we'll dive into the art of growing […]
Join ISA Certified Arborist Emma Conrad for an engaging walk through the Gardens as you explore the hidden causes of tree decline. From soil conditions to root health, you’ll gain a better understanding of what’s happening beneath the surface and how it impacts the overall health of your trees. Along the way, Emma will share […]
Want to savor the fruits of summer all year long? Join Marinda Freeman for a hands-on canning class and learn how easy it can be! Back by popular demand! In this relaxed and fun class, you’ll learn the basics of jam making and safe canning techniques while we work together using whatever fruits are freshest […]
Use foraged materials to create dramatic images from nature. Join Marin-based photographer and printmaker Ben Davidson and photo teacher and artist Laurie Reemsnyder for a creative printmaking workshop using botanical material gathered from the garden grounds and Marin’s hills and forests. We start with a 20-minute “foraging” walk around the 11-acre garden, then head to […]
When hiking, walking a nature trail, or ambling through a garden or park; have you wondered what the names are of all the trees that surround you? Satisfy that curiosity by joining Smith- Gilbert Gardens volunteer Jack Price for a basic class in tree identification where you will learn there are other ways to identify […]
Since 1492 when Columbus arrived in the Caribbean, the American continents have been introducing the world to some of the most incredible, dramatic, fantastic, delicious and beautiful plants, fruits, vegetables, flowers and herbs the world has ever known. The European explorers may have come looking for gold and precious gems, but what they discovered was […]
Sip, stroll, and awaken your senses at The Herbal Adventure - a garden-inspired experience that delights at every turn! Your journey begins with handcrafted herbal mocktails, made from fresh herbs grown right in the Gardens. Let your curiosity guide you on a leisurely, guided sensory tour through the stunning landscapes of Wellfield Botanic Gardens. Breathe […]
Join local beekeepers Denise Wilde, Marla Miller and Patrice Fredette for a hands-on, family-friendly class celebrating the vital role bees and blooming plants play in our ecosystem. Learn how pollination works, see bees up close in an observation hive, and pick up simple tips to attract and protect pollinators at home. If you’re interested in […]
