Handicap accessible

This exciting addition was inspired by two extraordinary women, Elizabeth and Elizabeth, who lived and gardened on Ridgewood Avenue in Charlotte, North Carolina, just a few generations ago. These two women made Ridgewood Avenue one of the most famous addresses in Southern garden history. 

The SEED Wildlife & Children’s Garden offers a unique opportunity for guests to learn about the natural environment, appreciate its beauty, and gain a better understanding of how to protect and conserve it. The garden is designed to support children’s exploration and encourage them to learn through play. With interactive elements such as a water table, a sensory garden, and a rain garden, children will have the chance to explore nature and become more aware of its importance. 

The SEED Wildlife & Children’s Garden is a wonderful way to honor the legacy of Elizabeth and Elizabeth, two extraordinary women who made Ridgewood Avenue in Charlotte, North Carolina one of the most famous addresses in Southern garden history. Through the addition of this outdoor exploration garden, Wing Haven Garden & Bird Sanctuary continues to offer guests the chance to learn about the natural environment and gain a better understanding of how to protect and conserve it.

STEM/STEAM

Nature

Gardening

Art & Crafts

Inexpensive

Discover the treasures of Wing Haven Garden & Bird Sanctuary with an overview of the garden as a bird habitat; experience includes a short story, overview of its history, private garden stroll, and pink lemonade! Children each bring home a bag of Wing Haven birdseed. All groups are invited to stay and picnic and to explore the SEED Wildlife & Children’s Garden on their own, following the 90-minute tour experience.



CHILDREN’S TOURS FOR GROUPS

The Homeschool Explorer Program is a special offering for homeschool families that combines facilitated programming with self-guided exploration in Wing Haven's gardens.  After a brief introduction to the month’s topic in the SEED Wildlife Garden’s Story Time area, program participants will have the opportunity to navigate a variety of thoughtfully facilitated activities stationed throughout the SEED Wildlife Garden. At each station, facilitators will guide parents and children engaging with the month’s topic through hands-on exploration, guided observation, and creative projects.



HOMESCHOOL EXPLORERS

Budding Naturalists: Learn, explore, and discover the wonders of the natural world with your class, homeschool group, Scout troop, or neighborhood group in the SEED Wildlife & Children’s Garden! Schedule a Budding Naturalist program on the topic(s) of your choosing for children and youth in grade levels ranging from Pre-K through 12th. Each program is designed to pique students’ interest in the natural world through hands-on observation and exploration at a level that meets their developmental and academic needs. 



BUDDING NATURALIST PROGRAMS

Coed

Kids

Wing Haven Gardens & Bird Sanctuary

A joy for plant lovers. Fantastic for all ages!

Eve W

TripAdvisor suggested this while we were in Charlotte. We enjoyed every second. There are so many surprises in the gardens. My favorite part was the garden for kids.

Julie B

lovely garden to explore and take pleasure in

Fe C

Oh my my, such a BEAUTIFUL landscape with hidden elements. Taking a leisurely stroll while surrounded by nature is extremely soothing! Excellent travel value!

Alex M

My crew and I had a great time! They were having a fantastic time. Much more than I anticipated. It's a wonderful experience.