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    About North Carolina Botanical Garden in Chapel Hill, NC

    With its inspiring mission to promote understanding, appreciation, and conservation of plants and encourage a sustainable relationship between people and nature, the North Carolina Botanical Garden is a living laboratory that offers a wide range of activities and educational opportunities for the whole family. From guided tours, field trips, and gardening classes to programs for special needs groups, NCBG is a place of discovery and learning. It offers a variety of events and activities designed to provide knowledge of plant diversity, ecology, and environmental stewardship. Through its research, conservation, and outreach efforts, NCBG continues to demonstrate an unwavering commitment to protecting our shared environment.

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    What kind of kids we support

    • Coed
    • Preschool
    • Kids

    Amenities

    • Handicap accessible
    • Sanctuary

    Programs at North Carolina Botanical Garden in Chapel Hill, NC

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    Little Sprouts AGES 3-5

    Explore nature with your preschooler! Little Sprouts is a 1-hour program for children ages 3-5 with a participating caregiver. Each session has a different nature-based theme, hands-on activities, story time, take-home project, and outdoor exploration. Preregistration is required.

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    Bluets: Preschoolers Exploring Nature AGES 4-5

    Learning comes naturally during this drop-off series that fosters a sense of wonder for nature and science. Preschoolers explore seasonal themes, including seeds, trees, and insects, through hands-on activities, nature walks, stories, crafts, and group play. Healthy snack provided. The Garden’s experienced early childhood educators lead the program, which is uniquely tailored to meet the learning needs and curiosities of ages 4-5. Program is offered in fall, winter, and spring; each series is 4-6 sessions.

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    Family Workshops

    Explore nature’s wonders as a family! A variety of weekend workshops – from carnivorous plants to backyard birds – offer an exciting opportunity for you to partner in your child's learning and get outside together.

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    Location and contact information

    100 Old Mason Farm Road, Chapel Hill, NC, 27517