Bernheim is launching the new Children at Play Network (CAPN) so that all children will have healthy opportunities to explore the natural world. This regional effort facilitates the creation of amazing outdoor play environments that connect children to nature for life. We know that play is important for children’s wellbeing. It’s vital for their physical, […]
The Portable Shelter Project at Bernheim
[slider_pro id=”43″] Bernheim is partnering with a studio design class at the University of Kentucky School of Architecture to explore innovative temporary shelters that are transportable and that sit lightly on the land. In keeping with Bernheim’s commitment to thought leadership, these prototype design projects explore the idea that shelters for visiting artists, scientists and […]
When Trees Play, Pin Oak Tree Turned into Play Structure
When it became evident that a sixty-five year old pin oak growing near the Garden Pavilion parking area was in rapid decline, Bernheim made the hard decision to cut it down. We try to make such decisions in a mindful way, so naturally, we considered our options. A plan was hatched to work with Greenhaven […]
New Book about Play Features a Chapter on the Bernheim Children at Play Network
Since 2012, Bernheim has been hard at work exploring ways to connect children to nature through play. Understanding that children build their earliest affinities for nature through play, Bernheim is committed to exploring strategies that will help the entire region understand and build better nature play environments. In 2014, our efforts drew national attention from […]
The Bugs of Bernheim: Diptera, The True Flies
Diptera, the true flies, are named because unlike many insects, they fly using two true wings. There are more than 150,000 different species of flies. [In Greek: Di = two, and Ptera = wings] While most people tend to think of them as dirty creatures, perhaps we should take a second look at that assumption. […]
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