Known for their composite flowers, the Asters are one of the largest families of flowering plants. From sunflowers to lettuce, cardoons to coneflowers, species of Asters have origins around the globe! Join us for a guided tour from our Gardens educators all about Asters grown in Old Salem, their uses, and more! This guided tour […]
Join us for an introduction to the art and practice of seed saving. Drawing from our work stewarding the Historically Authentic Seed Collection, this program will explore how plants complete their life cycles, how seeds form, and how gardeners can collect, clean, select, and store seed for future growing seasons. Learn the basic differences between […]
Join our very own Old Salem photographer Haley Bowers for another amazing workshop teaching you how to take incredible photos – no fancy cameras required! This workshop in our 2026 Smartphone Photography series focuses on fall-blooming flowers and the autumnal harvest on the grounds of Old Salem. Whether you are a beginner or looking to […]
