Children and Families
The JC Raulston Arboretum welcomes children, youth and families to explore and learn together.
We offer a variety of creative, fun, science-based programs to connect young learners with the gardens where they can explore the relationship between people and plants.
Teachers and Schools
Expand your classroom's boundaries with a field trip experience.
Summer Garden Camps
Turn summer time into garden time!
Upcoming Programs for Children and Families
Friday May 22
Friday June 5
Saturday June 6
Saturday June 27
Saturday July 4
Friday July 10
Saturday July 18
Saturday August 1
See the full Event Calendar
Children and Families Education Programs Guidelines:
- Registration is required unless stated otherwise. Payment is due at the time of registration.
- We kindly ask that all children attending the program are registered. Siblings are welcome, but we will not have program supplies for them unless registered for the program.
- Parents or caregivers are expected to stay with children unless specifically stated in the program description. There is no charge for the parent or caregiver accompanying the child.
- Cancellation requests must be made at least one week before the program unless otherwise stated on the program description. Cancellations should be sent to jcraprograms@ncsu.edu.
- A 15% cancellation fee applies to all cancellations. If the JCRA cancels a program, a full refund will be provided.
Contact the Education Team: jcraprograms@ncsu.edu or 919-515-3132.
Stay connected: Subscribe to our monthly children's program email newsletter to learn about upcoming programs.