Evening Insects Songwriter Circle
Calling all nature-loving songwriters! Spend the first Wednesday of every month finding interesting insects and sharing your songs.
Second Saturday Bird Survey
Join us on the second Saturday of each month in the courtyard behind the building for a two-hour bird survey led by Arboretum staff members.
Educator Workshop Happy Hour
You work hard to make sure your students are having fun while learning, and we think educator workshops for teachers should be the same!
Growing Native Milkweed
In this hands-on class we’ll de-mystify milkweed, from the best ways to start seed to the right soil and pots for your precious plants.
Arboretum Archeology Day
Discover history’s secrets as we take a glimpse into the past during Arboretum Archeology Day with the Houston Archeology Society!
The Nature of Nests
Nests, roosts, burrows, and dens – who makes them and how do they do it? Peek inside some of nature’s coziest and most complicated structures.
Evening Insects Songwriter Circle
Calling all nature-loving songwriters! Spend the first Wednesday of every month finding interesting insects and sharing your songs.
Water & Fire: Agua & Fuego
Houston Grand Opera brings life to the words of Jorge Argueta’s “Agua, Agüita (Water, Little Water) & Fuego, Fueguito (Fire, Little Fire).
Backyard Wildlife Habitat Certification Series
Join us for this inaugural series of classes that will take you step-by-step through the process of planning, planting, and maintaining a backyard wildlife habitat that meets National Wildlife Federation certification standards.
Pup Crawl & Pet Expo
Bring your favorite furry friend to the best pup crawl around! Enjoy four beer stops, local pet vendors, and more!
Wild Romance Happy Hour
Bring a friend or partner, grab a beer, and get ready for a fun night of games and activities inspired by real animal courtship.
Second Saturday Bird Survey
Join us on the second Saturday of each month in the courtyard behind the building for a two-hour bird survey led by Arboretum staff members.
Intro to Native Plants
In this hands-on class we’ll learn why native plants are important, some good species to start with, and how to begin gardening with natives.
Blood Drive
The Houston Arboretum is partnering with the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center to host regular blood drives at the Arboretum!
Yoga on the Lawn
Join us one Sunday of each month for a grounding yoga practice surrounded by the beautiful sounds and sights of nature!
Wild About Wildlife
Become a hero to native wildlife by improving their habitats. In this program, children will realize the importance of protecting Arboretum habitats by helping us clean the trails, learning about local animals, and finding out how to create a healthy habitat in their own backyard. Each child will make a squirrel feeder and toad adobe to take home!
Spring Plant Sale
At the Spring Plant Sale you can find a variety of native plants including grasses, flowers, shrubs, and trees - perfect for attracting butterflies, bees, and other pollinators to your yard or garden.
Cooking with Honey
Learn how to make a surprisingly savory honey grilled cheese sandwich and mint-infused honey lemonade in this fun, relaxed cooking class.
Backyard Wildlife Habitat Certification Series
Join us for this inaugural series of classes that will take you step-by-step through the process of planning, planting, and maintaining a backyard wildlife habitat that meets National Wildlife Federation certification standards.
Wonderland Tea Party
You are cordially invited to attend the Queen’s Wonderland Tea Party! Enjoy creating your own tea blend from our selection of native varieties
