Learning to Understand and Appreciate Lichens with Jennifer Love May 16th, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM Lichens—these mysterious organisms have fascinated people for years. Spend the day delving into the […]

Identification of Bryophytes: May 18- May 22 Dr. Paul Davison, University of North Alabama & Ms. Becky Smucker, Asheville, NC The Highlands area harbors an incredible diversity and abundance of […]

Grasses of the Southern Appalachians: May 18 - May 22 Dr. Paul Mckenzie, USFWS, Emeritus This class will include a detailed description of the grass flower, inflorescence type, habitat and […]

There is always something changing in the Highlands Botanical Garden! Take a virtual guided tour to see what’s new in our demonstration gardens and among the hundreds of species that […]

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Identification of Bryophytes: May 18- May 22 Dr. Paul Davison, University of North Alabama & Ms. Becky Smucker, Asheville, NC The Highlands area harbors an incredible diversity and abundance of […]

Grasses of the Southern Appalachians: May 18 - May 22 Dr. Paul Mckenzie, USFWS, Emeritus This class will include a detailed description of the grass flower, inflorescence type, habitat and […]

The Highlands Nature Center follows its summer hours May 22nd - August 8th. Hours: Open on Monday - Saturday, 10 am - 5 pm Closed on Sunday

The Highlands Nature Center will be open Sunday, May 24th, 12 pm - 4 pm for Memorial Day Weekend.

Sedges of the Blue Ridge: May 25 - May 29 Dr. Dwayne Estes, Austin Peay University This is an advanced class for students or professionals with solid prior experience with […]