Plan your visit to include a stop in the Charlotte Brody Discovery Garden for this special opportunity to meet the keepers of the bees, chickens and incredible edible plants in this garden area beloved by learners of all ages. Look for horticulture staff or volunteers in Duke Gardens shirts and feel free to ask what they are doing. Drop-in activity for all ages. Adult chaperone required for minors.
What is Meet the Keepers of Duke Gardens? This is an informal, drop-in educational program where visitors can chat directly with the staff and volunteers who manage the onsite beehives, chicken coops, and vegetable beds. What to Know: This activity takes place in the Charlotte Brody Discovery Garden, which is highly accessible for strollers and toddlers. While the event itself is free, parking at Duke Gardens costs two dollars per hour and lots can fill up quickly on pleasant afternoons. Minors must be accompanied by an adult, and because the event is entirely outdoors, you should pack sun protection and water bottles. This program makes an excellent weekday outing because it requires no advance registration, allowing you to move at your own child's pace. It offers a rare chance for curious kids to ask real horticulturists their toughest questions about nature.
