Second Saturday Bird Survey
Join us on the second Saturday of each month in front of the Nature Center building for a two-hour bird survey led by Arboretum staff members.
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Adult Programs
Guided Nature Hikes
Venture out with an Arboretum Guide for a hike through the Houston Arboretum. Hikes are free to the public and are first come, first served.
Native Plant Propagation
In this hands-on class you’ll learn about different methods of plant propagation and get the rare opportunity to collect seeds and cuttings.
Guided Nature Hikes
Venture out with an Arboretum Guide for a hike through the Houston Arboretum. Hikes are free to the public and are first come, first served.
Coffee Chocolate Truffles
Coffee and chocolate are a match made in heaven! Join us from the comfort of your own kitchen to learn how to make delicious truffles.
Yoga on the Lawn
Join us for a grounding yoga practice for all levels surrounded by the beautiful sounds and sights of nature!
Beginner Birding
If you have always wanted to get into bird watching but you have never picked up a pair of binoculars, this class is for you!
Guided Nature Hikes en español
Venture out with an Arboretum Guide for a hike through the Houston Arboretum. Hikes are free to the public and are first come, first served.
Guided Nature Hikes en español
Venture out with an Arboretum Guide for a hike through the Houston Arboretum. Hikes are free to the public and are first come, first served.
Guided Nature Hikes
Venture out with an Arboretum Guide for a hike through the Houston Arboretum. Hikes are free to the public and are first come, first served.
DIY Paper
Add a touch of nature to holiday cards, gift tags, and more by making your own botanical paper using recycled pulp, plant seeds, and more!
Guided Nature Hikes
Venture out with an Arboretum Guide for a hike through the Houston Arboretum. Hikes are free to the public and are first come, first served.
Second Saturday Bird Survey
Join us on the second Saturday of each month in front of the Nature Center building for a two-hour bird survey led by Arboretum staff members.
Yoga on the Lawn
Join us for a grounding yoga practice for all levels surrounded by the beautiful sounds and sights of nature!
Guided Nature Hikes en español
Venture out with an Arboretum Guide for a hike through the Houston Arboretum. Hikes are free to the public and are first come, first served.
Blood Drive
The Houston Arboretum is partnering with the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center to host regular blood drives at the Arboretum!
Guided Nature Hikes en español
Venture out with an Arboretum Guide for a hike through the Houston Arboretum. Hikes are free to the public and are first come, first served.
Starry Night
On the longest night of the year, let’s celebrate the stars! Join us for a night of wintry family fun under the night sky.
Christmas Bird Count
The annual Christmas Bird Count is here! Join us to help collect data for the longest running community science project in the world. We welcome all birding skill levels.
Second Saturday Bird Survey
Join us on the second Saturday of each month in front of the Nature Center building for a two-hour bird survey led by Arboretum staff members.