DIY Dairy
Join us for DIY Dairy and learn how to use simple tools and ingredients to make queso fresco-style cheese and home-“churned” butter!
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Volunteer Open House Weekend
Individuals ages 16 and up are encouraged to attend this Open House to learn about our volunteer opportunities and find out how to apply.
Cooking with Honey
Celebrate National Honey Bee Day with some delicious honey! Learn how to make a savory honey grilled cheese sandwich and cocoa honey truffles.
Docent Recruitment Open House & Breakfast
We are expanding our team of Arboretum Docents and invite you to learn more at this informational breakfast!
Storytelling Night
Everyone has a story to share – so come and share yours! Join us for a friendly night of storytelling in nature.
Hatchlings
Hatchlings will engage in outdoor nature play in this unique opportunity to interact, explore, and bond with their caregivers in the natural world.
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.
Hatchlings
Hatchlings will engage in outdoor nature play in this unique opportunity to interact, explore, and bond with their caregivers in the natural world.
Gardening with Native Grasses
Learn how to use native grasses to benefit wildlife and add beauty and dimension to any space – even containers.
Tyke Hikes
Encourage your child’s curiosity about nature and spend time with them exploring outdoors during Tyke Hikes!
Tyke Hikes
Encourage your child’s curiosity about nature and spend time with them exploring outdoors during Tyke Hikes!
Hatchlings
Hatchlings will engage in outdoor nature play in this unique opportunity to interact, explore, and bond with their caregivers in the natural world.
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.
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.
Intro to Native Plants
In this hands-on class learn why native plants are important, good species to start with, and how to begin gardening with natives.
Going Batty!
Enjoy a delicious tequila popsicle from KICPOPS as bat expert DeAndra Ramsey discusses the important role of bats in our ecosystem.
Hatchlings
Hatchlings will engage in outdoor nature play in this unique opportunity to interact, explore, and bond with their caregivers in the natural world.
Educator Workshop
All educators are welcome at our workshops – anyone who wants to learn fun, hands-on ways to teach children about science and nature.
Yoga on the Lawn
Join us for a grounding yoga practice for all levels surrounded by the beautiful sounds and sights of nature!
Tyke Hikes en español
¡Fomenta la curiosidad de tu hijo por la naturaleza y pasa tiempo con él explorando al aire libre!