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Registration is now open for a range of plant-inspired programs to engage your mind and body that take place onsite, offsite and virtually.

Important Update: Construction for the transformative Garden Gateway Project began in February. The Doris Duke Center and main visitor parking lots are closed during construction. For all onsite programs, special parking instructions and meeting location details will be included in the program reminder email sent the week before each program date.

To browse the full list of programs, select Browse Program List button above. Each class title can be clicked open to see the full description. You can also search for programs by keyword using the search bar on the top right of the Browse Program List page. (In mobile view, click on the three horizontal lines at the top left of the screen to get to the Browse Program List).

Ready to register? Click the Register button on the upper or lower right side of the screen.

If you have already registered for a program in 2025, you will need the confirmation code from your previous registration email confirmation to register for more programs, following the process described below.

To change your registration, select Add, change or cancel your registration here at the top of the page just under the Register button. You will need your confirmation code from your original registration email confirmation to add another program, and to cancel or change your earlier registration.

To register online you must pay with a credit or debit card. To pay with cash or check you may register by phone or in person; call 919-668-1707 for further information.

Duke Gardens Members’ Discount: Use the discount code you received by email from the membership newsletter on the payment page (after you select your classes) to receive your members’ discount during registration. Use each discount code that applies to any of the classes you've selected, Enter the first code and click apply, then enter the next code and click apply, etc.

Members enjoy early registration, discounted pricing or complimentary registration for education programs as well as exclusive members-only events and reciprocal admission benefits at over 300 public gardens across North America. In addition, Duke Gardens members learn about benefits and special content shared in our Member newsletter, Dispatches from Duke Gardens.

Membership support sustains Duke Gardens’ annual operations and keeps field trip programs free for Durham Public Schools. Help us keep the Gardens growing by supporting Duke Gardens today. To stay informed, be sure you're receiving the newsletter, or contact us by email at gardensmembership@duke.edu. For more information about membership, please visit our website at this link gardens.duke.edu/membership.

Parking: Parking fees apply for all in-person classes unless otherwise noted. Duke University Parking & Transportation charges $2 per hour for parking at Duke Gardens, from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., seven days a week. During the Garden Gateway construction period, there is no cash option to pay for parking. You must use the PayByPhone app to pay by credit card.

Accessibility: Look for accessibility information listed with each program for a description of the class format and location. We will work to provide reasonable accommodation requests for our registered program participants. If you, or any members of your group could benefit from modifications to our program to better engage with our educational materials or instructors, please contact us at GardensEducation@duke.edu at least 2 weeks prior to your program.

Age Recommendation: Adult education classes require sustained attention and focused interest in the topic and may not be suitable for children under the age of 12. If you are interested in attending with a participant under the age of 12, please inquire before registering. An adult chaperone is required for all participants under the age of 18.

For Assistance: If you have any difficulty registering through this website, please contact us by email at GardensEducation@duke.edu or by phone at 919-668-1707. You are also welcome to register over the phone or in person.

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