Friends of the Arboretum Lecture

"The History of Gardening: How Cultures, Events, and People Made Gardening What It Is Today"
Bryce Lane, Alumni Distinguished Undergraduate Professor Emeritus and Lecturer Emeritus, Department of Horticultural Science, NC State University

  • Thursday, March 8, 2018 – 7:30 pm–9:00 pm

Who is considered the father of American Horticulture and why? How did the greenhouse get it's start? How did the tulip end up in Holland? Come join us as we learn about the historical events, people, and cultures that helped to make gardening what it is today. There are countless stories about how plants were discovered, gardening techniques invented, and new ideas conceived. By deepening our understanding and appreciation for garden history, we will, in turn, be better gardeners ourselves!

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Bryce's one-hour FOA Lecture isn't nearly enough time for a topic that covers thousands of years. Want to know more about the history of gardening, join Bryce in his More History of Gardening class at the JC Raulston Arboretum.

More History of Gardening

Bryce Lane, Alumni Distinguished Undergraduate Professor Emeritus and Lecturer Emeritus, Department of Horticultural Science, NC State University
Mondays, March 19 through April 30, 2018 – 6:30 pm–8:30 pm

Another history class about gardening? You bet! Come join us as we learn about the historical events, people, and cultures that helped to make gardening what it is today. Whether you took the JCRA "History of Gardening" class back in 2016 or not, this class is open to all. There are countless stories about how plants were discovered, gardening techniques invented, and new ideas conceived. By deepening our understanding and appreciation for garden history, we will, in turn, be better gardeners ourselves!

Cost
Free for Friends of the JC Raulston Arboretum members, NC State University students (with ID), and Department of Horticultural Science faculty and staff, all others $5.00.
Registration
Advance registration is not available.
Cancellation
Program cancellations can be made up to two weeks before the program's start date. A 15% cancellation fee applies.
Location
Ruby C. McSwain Education Center, JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University, 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, North Carolina.
Directions
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Parking
Free parking is available at the JC Raulston Arboretum and along Beryl Road.
Questions
Please call (919) 513-7005 for more information about this lecture.