Brookgreen Gardens, a 9,127-acre nature preserve, on Thursday announced their programming and events for March 2025. You can see all of the details below.
Exhibitions and Special Events:
ArtFields Jr. Traveling Exhibition, Now – March 1
Displaying the creativity and talent of young artists, this inspiring exhibition highlights the imaginative works of students from the Pee Dee region, celebrating their unique perspectives and artistic exploration. From vibrant paintings to innovative mixed media pieces, the show offers a glimpse into the boundless creativity of the next generation of artists.
Read Across America Day, March 1, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Celebrate Read Across America Day at Brookgreen Gardens with crafts, STEAM challenges and games that inspire creativity. Attendees can enjoy activities with community partners like the DAR, Waccamaw Audubon and Grand Strand Shell Club. Dressing as a favorite book character is encouraged.
Price: Members: Free | Non-Members: Free with Garden Admission
Against the Grain: Fingerprints from the Forest, Now – March 2
This unique collection of works by artist Stephen King showcases his masterful relief printmaking process using fallen trees and salvaged wood. His work highlights the intricate beauty and resilience of trees, transforming overlooked materials into striking art that preserves their natural patterns and history on paper.
Garden Symposium, March 14, 15, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Visitors are invited to immerse themselves in the beauty and creativity of gardens at the 2025 Garden Symposium: Art in the Gardens. This inspiring event features keynote speaker Jay Sifford, an award-winning landscape designer, who will explore contemporary garden design. Attendees will enjoy expert-led presentations, immersive garden tours and hands-on experiences, all set in the beautiful surroundings of Brookgreen Gardens.
Price: Members: Early Bird: $75, General: $100 | Non-Members: $125
Anna Hyatt Huntington Woman of Vision Award Luncheon, March 27, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Coinciding with Women’s History Month, this special event honors the impact of Brookgreen co-founder Anna Hyatt Huntington and recognizes the accomplishments of individuals shaping the future of the arts. The event will feature a keynote address by Thayer Tolles, Curator of American Paintings and Sculpture at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the presentation of the prestigious Woman of Vision Award to Robin R. Salmon, Brookgreen’s nationally recognized curator and art historian who has dedicated 50 years of her career to the organization. Proceeds will benefit the Next Generation Scholarship, empowering future artists.
Price: Members: $65 | Non-Members: $75
Celebrating Talent - Brookgreen Volunteer Art Exhibit, March 5 – March 28
Brookgreen Gardens presents Celebrating Talent: Brookgreen Volunteer Art Exhibit, showcasing 37 works across various mediums, including paintings, sculpture, textile art, woodworking, glass, pottery, nature art and photography. The exhibit highlights the creativity and craftsmanship of Brookgreen’s dedicated volunteers, with many pieces inspired by the Gardens and the Lowcountry. Participating artists will be available daily to discuss their work, and a special Meet the Artists Day will be held on March 22 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
The Genius of Archer Milton Huntington, Now – April 20
This special exhibition delves into the visionary life and legacy of Archer Milton Huntington, one of the founders of Brookgreen Gardens. Renowned for his extraordinary contributions to the arts, humanities and philanthropy, this exhibit features rarely exhibited objects and images from The Hispanic Society of America in New York City, The Mariners Museum in Newport News, Va., the Chair of Poetry at the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. and the American Numismatic Society in New York City, in addition to Brookgreen Gardens. Archer Huntington owned, selected or acquired the objects on view.
Harmony in Nature Series:
These curated events are designed to deepen the connection with the natural world amidst the lush tranquility of Brookgreen, offering participants an invigorating blend of relaxation and discovery.
- Breakfast with the Birds - Harmony in Nature Series, March 4, 18, 7 – 9 a.m.
- Get to Know Trees - Harmony in Nature Series, March 4, 10 – 11 a.m.
- Tibetan Sound Bowl Meditation - Harmony in Nature Series, March 11, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
- Meditating in the Splendor of Brookgreen - Harmony in Nature Series, March 20, 12 – 1 p.m.
- Brookgreen Labyrinth Walks - Harmony in Nature Series, March. 20, 1 – 3 p.m.
Price: Members: Free | Non-Members: Free with Garden Admission
Presentations:
The Grim Years: Settling South Carolina, 1670-1720, March 4, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Explore South Carolina's turbulent colonial history with The Grim Years, based on Professor Navin’s acclaimed book. This presentation reveals the era’s profiteering, corrupt trade and exploitation of Native Americans and enslaved Africans, offering a deeper understanding of the colony's complex past.
Price: Members: Free | Non-Members: Free with Garden Admission
“Here Today, Gone Tomorrow”, March 5, 19, 1 – 2 p.m.
Ron Daise’s reader’s theater brings to life the story of Prince Rivers, a Gullah man shaped by Reconstruction. Through poetry, testimonies and patriotic, Civil War and spiritual songs, the performance highlights the Hamburg Massacre and its modern parallels.
Price: Members: Free | Non-Members: Free with Garden Admission
Folklore of the African Diaspora, March 11, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Dr. Martin explores African American folklore, tracing its roots in West African cultural practices and uncovering the meaning behind enduring folk traditions.
Price: Members: Free | Non-Members: Free with Garden Admission
The Alligator Project with Rebecca Cavalier, March 13, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Explore the history and behavior of American alligators and learn how South Carolina manages human-wildlife interactions while protecting these coastal creatures.
Price: Members: Free | Non-Members: Free with Garden Admission
Brookgreen 101, March 13, 1 – 2 p.m.
Brookgreen 101 is a monthly public information program at the Wall Lowcountry Center Auditorium, covering various aspects of Brookgreen Gardens, including its collections, property, history, people, poetry, art history, corporate history, founders and purposes. This month’s topic will be: Recent Art and History Acquisitions of Brookgreen Gardens, with Robin Salmon, Vice President of Art and Historical Collections and Curator of Sculpture at Brookgreen.
Price: Members: Free | Non-Members: Free with Garden Admission
Architecture and Archaeology of the 1904 Long Point African American Schoolhouse in Mt Pleasant SC, March 18, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Discover the history of the 1904 Long Point Schoolhouse through a multi-year College of Charleston project. Learn how this unique site reflects the resilience of the Snowden Settlement community.
Price: Members: Free | Non-Members: Free with Garden Admission
Conway Architectural Salvage and Heritage Project, March 26, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Discover how deconstruction preserves history by salvaging valuable building materials. Alan Todd will discuss the environmental, economic and cultural benefits of this sustainable practice.
Price: Members: Free | Non-Members: Free with Garden Admission
Dirt and Details - Greenhouse Tour, March 27, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Tour Brookgreen’s greenhouse and nursery, where over 40,000 plants are grown yearly. Explore the propagation process and get a sneak peek at upcoming orchid displays.
Price: Members: $10 | Non-Members: $10
Classes and Workshops:
Photo Walks In The Garden, March 5, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Photographers Anne Malarich, George DeCamp and Rick Farrell will take guests on a two-hour walk through Brookgreen Gardens with a camera in hand. Walks will cover photography topics like exposure and composition. Participants should have a good working knowledge of their cameras.
Price: Members: Free | Non-Members: Free with Garden Admission
Sacred Keepsakes: Craft Your Own Native American Medicine Bag, March 6, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Create a Native American medicine bag while exploring its cultural significance. Learn about the sacred items often placed inside and the traditions behind this powerful symbol.
Price: Members: $50 | Non-Members: $50
Cultural Crafting: Create Your Own Native American Choker, March 6, 1 – 4 p.m.
Craft an authentic Native American choker while learning about its historical role as protective armor and its cultural significance among the Waccamaw Indian People, a local tribe of Horry County.
Price: Members: $50 | Non-Members: $50
Designing Low Maintenance Landscapes, March 6, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Learn strategies for creating beautiful, low-maintenance landscapes. This session offers practical tips to simplify yard care while enhancing your outdoor space.
Price: Members: Free | Non-Members: Free with Garden Admission
