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Woodland Wizards

We are celebrating Harry Potter's birthday with our own Woodland Wizards program! Come dressed as your favorite witch, wizard, or muggle!

When Nature Attacks

Venomous snakes? Poisonous plants? Animals that spit, vomit, or spray? Join us as we learn what happens when nature attacks!

The Secret Life of Squirrels

Squirrels are so common that we take them for granted, but they aren’t just backyard nuisances – they play essential roles in our ecosystem.

DIY Nature Journals

Nature journals are a relaxing way to hone your observation skills, develop your creativity, and practice living in the moment.

A Taste of Houston History

Experience the past in a new way – through food! In this unique virtual class, we’ll explore the history of Camp Logan.

Arboretum at Night: Frogs

Join Dr. Cassidy Johnson to explore the amazing world of frogs and learn how people are working to save these wonderful creatures.

Art & Nature: Earth, Wind, Fire, Water

$20 member / $30 nonmemberInstructor: Patti BonninAges 7-12 Explore the connections between art and nature as we use the world […]

Wetland Happy Hour Hike

FREE for Evergreen Members / $20 nonmemberInstructor: Kelsey Low and Christine MansfieldAges 21 and up Unwind after a hard day […]

Beginner Tree ID

$20 member / $35 nonmemberInstructor: Rafael RenteriaAges 12 and up There are over sixty species of trees in Houston. Which […]

Educator Workshop Happy Hour

All educators are welcome at our workshops: classroom teachers, outdoor educators, scout leaders, homeschool parents – anyone who wants to learn fun, hands-on ways to teach children about science and nature.

Gardening for Bees

Go beyond “wildflowers” and bug hotels and learn what bees really need from your garden.

Pond Life

Take a peek into this unique habitat as we meet some of our favorite pond animals, create watercolor art, and go pond dipping!

Beginner Botany

If you’ve always wanted to identify flowers but don’t know where to start, this Beginner Botany class is for you.

Kendra Gives Back

Join us for a Kendra Scott giveback event at the Heights Mercantile location! 20% of all purchases will benefit the Arboretum.

Houston After Dark

Learn about the weird and wonderful wildlife that roams Houston streets when the sun goes down and it gets dark!

Snakes Alive!

Love them or hate them, snakes are a part of life in Houston. Meet some snake ambassadors and learn the truth about our scaly neighbors.

The Nature Center building will be closed Thursday, November 28th for Thanksgiving and will reopen on the 29th. The grounds, Nature Playscape, and outdoor bathrooms will remain open from 7 am - dusk.
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