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.
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Blood Drive
The Houston Arboretum is partnering with the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center to host regular blood drives at the Arboretum!
Secrets of the Swamp
When you think of swamps, you probably think of mud and mosquitoes – but Houston’s swamps are more mysterious and fascinating than you think!
Picnics at the Arboretum
Welcome spring with an evening of love songs and delicious picnic delights under the trees at the Houston Arboretum!
Animal Tales
Each week we'll read a nature-themed book, meet a live animal, and then venture out on the trails for a self-guided hike.
Animal Tales
Each week we'll read a nature-themed book, meet a live animal, and then venture out on the trails for a self-guided hike.
Discovery Days: Creature Features
Join us for a morning of nature discovery! We’ll explore each theme with interpretive hikes along our trails, learn about the wildlife and habitats of the Arboretum in our Discovery Room, and enjoy adventure play in our Nature Playscape!
Tiny Trekkers
This program is a perfect way for our Tiny Trekkers to discover more about the natural world through hands-on exploration.
Tiny Trekkers
This program is a perfect way for our Tiny Trekkers to discover more about the natural world through hands-on exploration.
Summer Camp All Grown Up
Why should kids have all the fun? Unwind after a stressful day with all the joys of summer camp, but for grown-ups!
Family Evening Explorations
Spend the evening with your family exploring some of our favorite trails as we venture out on a guided nature walk.
Painting with Plants
You’ve tried watercolors, oils, and acrylics, but have you ever tried painting with daisies or other natural dyes?
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!
Animal Tales
Each week we'll read a nature-themed book, meet a live animal, and then venture out on the trails for a self-guided hike.
Animal Tales
Each week we'll read a nature-themed book, meet a live animal, and then venture out on the trails for a self-guided hike.
Discovery Days: Nature’s Recyclers
Join us for a morning of nature discovery! We’ll explore each theme with interpretive hikes along our trails, learn about the wildlife and habitats of the Arboretum in our Discovery Room, and enjoy adventure play in our Nature Playscape!
Tiny Trekkers
This program is a perfect way for our Tiny Trekkers to discover more about the natural world through hands-on exploration.
Tiny Trekkers
This program is a perfect way for our Tiny Trekkers to discover more about the natural world through hands-on exploration.
All About Butterflies
Join us as we learn about our native butterflies, explore Arboretum habitats, and make seed balls to grow your own butterfly habitat at home!
Honey Moon
Learn how bees make honey, how much we rely on bees, and what you can do to help our hard-working pollinators.