Adult Education Classes
45+ courses per season
Expert local instructors
Member discounts
On-site at the Arboretum
Explore Our Program Areas
From garden skills to creative arts, find a course that inspires you.
Class registration typically closes 48 hours before the class time. If you want to check to see if any last minute tickets are available, please email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org or call 828-665-2492 x222 to leave a voicemail. Refunds are only processed up to 7 days before the class date.
Why Learn at the Arboretum?
Our 434-acre campus is a living classroom where knowledge meets nature. Whether you’re mastering a new garden technique or exploring the science of our regional ecosystems, you’ll learn from passionate experts in an unmatched setting.
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Small class sizes for personalized attention
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Expert instructors — horticulturists, artists, and scientists
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Hands-on learning in the gardens and greenhouses
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Member discounts on all courses
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Continuing Education credits available