FIELD TRIPS
Extend the classroom beyond four walls by bringing your students to our amazing and ever-changing gardens and zoo.
Our Prekindergarten-12th grade standard-based programs emphasize student-led discovery through a variety of hands-on activities and guided explorations. Programs are cross-curricular and align with South Carolina Academic Standards. Students will immerse themselves in a unique learning experience that enhances classroom curriculum and sparks curiosity for the world around them.
supports classroom learning in:
Botany, Zoology, Fine Arts, Sculpture, STEM, Local History
topics covered:
Art, Nature, Botanical Garden, Trees, Nature, Local History, Native American, Low Country History, Wildlife, American Figurative Sculpture
contact info
Name: Natalie Jones
Phone: 843-235-6000
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Brookgreen Gardens
Brookgreen Gardens, a National Historic Landmark and 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, is located on U.S. 17 between Murrells Inlet and Pawleys Island and is open to the public daily. Founded in 1931 by Anna Hyatt Huntington and Archer Huntington, Brookgreen is home to the largest and most significant collection of American Figurative Sculpture in the country, and continues to be a leader in sculpture conservation, environmental conservation, and protection of the plants, animals and history of the South Carolina Lowcountry.
contact info
Hrs: Daily 9:30AM-5PM
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
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Botanical Garden Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
The diverse world of plants is perhaps the weirdest, and most fascinating, of all living things. Bamboo can grow over three feet in one day (you can literally watch it grow). There are 600 species of carnivorous plants, which trap and digest insects, frogs, or small birds (if a vegetarian eats this plant, are they still a vegetarian?). The world’s largest flower, Rafflesia, can grow up to three feet in diameter (how big would a bouquet be…). Do a little digging on your next trip to a botanical garden (not literally!), and see what interesting plant facts you can find.Â
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FIELD TRIPS
Gather your kids, troop, pack, or club to join us for our Scout Days. You do not have to be a “scout” to participate. Our Creative Education Department offers badge programs for both Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts. Although these workshops fulfill Scout requirements, children of all ages and abilities can attend.
supports scout badges in:
Indian Lore, Plant Science, Insect Study, Bird Study
topics covered:
Art, Nature, Botanical Garden, Trees, Nature, Local History, Native American, Low Country History, Wildlife, American Figurative Sculpture
contact info
Name: Natalie Jones
Phone: 843-235-6000
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Brookgreen Gardens
Brookgreen Gardens, a National Historic Landmark and 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, is located on U.S. 17 between Murrells Inlet and Pawleys Island and is open to the public daily. Founded in 1931 by Anna Hyatt Huntington and Archer Huntington, Brookgreen is home to the largest and most significant collection of American Figurative Sculpture in the country, and continues to be a leader in sculpture conservation, environmental conservation, and protection of the plants, animals and history of the South Carolina Lowcountry.
contact info
Hrs: Daily 9:30AM-5PM.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Botanical Garden Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
The diverse world of plants is perhaps the weirdest, and most fascinating, of all living things. Bamboo can grow over three feet in one day (you can literally watch it grow). There are 600 species of carnivorous plants, which trap and digest insects, frogs, or small birds (if a vegetarian eats this plant, are they still a vegetarian?). The world’s largest flower, Rafflesia, can grow up to three feet in diameter (how big would a bouquet be…). Do a little digging on your next trip to a botanical garden (not literally!), and see what interesting plant facts you can find.Â
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The Homeschool Explorers Program at Brookgreen Gardens offers children aged 6 to 10 years an exciting and educational experience. Each themed session features hands-on, standards-based lessons about nature, history, and art. Activities may include tours of exhibits, live animal presentations, S.T.E.M. challenges, and creative crafts to take home.
supports classroom learning in:
Botany, Zoology, Fine Arts, Sculpture, STEM, Local History
topics covered:
Art, Nature, Botanical Garden, Trees, Nature, Local History, Native American, Low Country History, Wildlife, American Figurative Sculpture
contact info
Name: Natalie Jones
Phone: 843-235-6000
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Brookgreen Gardens
Brookgreen Gardens, a National Historic Landmark and 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, is located on U.S. 17 between Murrells Inlet and Pawleys Island and is open to the public daily. Founded in 1931 by Anna Hyatt Huntington and Archer Huntington, Brookgreen is home to the largest and most significant collection of American Figurative Sculpture in the country, and continues to be a leader in sculpture conservation, environmental conservation, and protection of the plants, animals and history of the South Carolina Lowcountry.
contact info
Hrs: Daily 9:30AM-5PM.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Botanical Garden Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
The diverse world of plants is perhaps the weirdest, and most fascinating, of all living things. Bamboo can grow over three feet in one day (you can literally watch it grow). There are 600 species of carnivorous plants, which trap and digest insects, frogs, or small birds (if a vegetarian eats this plant, are they still a vegetarian?). The world’s largest flower, Rafflesia, can grow up to three feet in diameter (how big would a bouquet be…). Do a little digging on your next trip to a botanical garden (not literally!), and see what interesting plant facts you can find.Â
View Lesson Plan>>
FAMILY OUTINGS
At Brookgreen Gardens, learn about more than just the impressive collection of perennials, trees, vines, and shrubs the garden displays. Located on a former rice plantation with sculptures and exhibits of Native American and Gullah artifacts, Brookgreen is a Lowcountry History & Wildlife Preserve. In the Native Wildlife Zoo, see alligators, bald eagles, river otters, and learn about historic rare breeds that differ from the hybrid version of them that they may have seen today, such as the dominque chicken, marsh tacky horse, and mule.
topics covered:
Art, Nature, Botanical Garden, Trees, Nature, Local History, Native American, Low Country History, Wildlife, American Figurative Sculpture
contact info
Name: Natalie Jones
Phone: 843-235-6000
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Brookgreen Gardens
Brookgreen Gardens, a National Historic Landmark and 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, is located on U.S. 17 between Murrells Inlet and Pawleys Island and is open to the public daily. Founded in 1931 by Anna Hyatt Huntington and Archer Huntington, Brookgreen is home to the largest and most significant collection of American Figurative Sculpture in the country, and continues to be a leader in sculpture conservation, environmental conservation, and protection of the plants, animals and history of the South Carolina Lowcountry.
contact info
Hrs: 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.