Join our Volunteer Naturalists for a hike around Lake Nevin and discover the sights and sounds of Bernheim at night! Clear skies aren’t guaranteed, but encounters with the wild and […]
Bring your art materials and settle into the landscape. Paint, sketch, or journal while surrounded by the beauty of Bernheim Forest and Arboretum. This program gathers artists who enjoy working outdoors […]
Take a walk through the Arboretum and discover the natural world in a relaxed, social setting. This guided hike features a few interpretive stops along the way, with a greater focus on exploring the landscape through movement and conversation. Free Program; Registration is required. Registration required by 4 p.m. the day prior to the program. […]
ECO Kids Discovery Days are offered every first and third Saturday of the month (weather permitting). E-C-O stands for Every Child Outside, which is the best way for children of […]
Discover the rewarding experience of volunteering at Bernheim, whether you have just a few hours to spare or can commit to hundreds. Help enhance our visitors' experiences while enjoying the beauty of the natural world, participating in a range of engaging activities. Take the first step in becoming a Bernheim volunteer and making a lasting […]
Join us at Playcosystem, our 17-acre nature playground, for a day of open-ended, child-led play. Caregivers can connect with staff about the benefits of free play in nature, while kids explore, create, and imagine using “loose parts” provided to inspire curiosity, spark imaginations, and get kids playing on their terms, in their own way. This is […]
Join NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador Dan Price and Lights Out Louisville Program Lead Mary Beth Nevulis as we explore light pollution and its impact on humanity, birds, and everything else. […]
Join our Volunteer Naturalists for an evening around Lake Nevin to learn about Bernheim’s bats and why they matter. You are sure to appreciate these flying mammals more afterwards. Bernheim members $15; Non-members $20 Registration required by 4 p.m. the day prior to the program. No pets, please. Call (502) 215-7155 or click the button […]
Mellow Morning Take peaceful midweek walk through nature offering a chance to slow down, connect with the landscape, and spend time with others who enjoy a quieter, more reflective pace […]
Join Bernheim Volunteer Naturalists for an engaging monthly nature hike held on the third Sunday of each month. During the summer months, hikes will take place in the morning to […]
In recognition of Make‑A‑Will Month, Bernheim Forest & Arboretum invites you to a free virtual workshop designed to help you get started with creating a will. Recent changes to Kentucky […]
Discover the rewarding experience of volunteering at Bernheim, whether you have just a few hours to spare or can commit to hundreds. Help enhance our visitors’ experiences while enjoying the beauty of the natural world, participating in a range of engaging activities. Take the first step in becoming a Bernheim volunteer and making a lasting […]
Visit Bernheim’s Historic Fire Tower with volunteer naturalists and learn about the tower and the surrounding forest. Bernheim members $15; Non-members $20 Registration required by 4 p.m. the day prior to the program. No pets, please. Call (502) 215-7155 or click the button below to register. Register
Learn how to enjoy birds in their natural habitats with guidance from expert birders Jim and Karen Scout. Join them for a relaxed exploration focused on finding and identifying feathered friends through observation, listening, and learning the subtle clues birds leave behind. Whether you’re new to birding or simply want to sharpen your skills, this […]
Ride along on a guided tram tour of Arboretum Loop with Bernheim’s Plant Records Coordinator. Discover notable trees, unique plant collections, and the living stories rooted throughout the Arboretum. Bernheim […]
Bring your art materials and settle into the landscape. Paint, sketch, or journal while surrounded by the beauty of Bernheim Forest and Arboretum. This program gathers artists who enjoy working outdoors and deepening their plein air practice alongside others. There’s no formal instruction, just time and space to explore. Each session begins with a short hike […]
Join Bernheim Volunteer Naturalists for a hike around Lake Nevin. Clear skies aren’t guaranteed, but encounters with the wild and curious moments of nature always are. Bernheim members $15; Non-members $20 Registration required by 4 p.m. the day prior to the program. No pets, please. Call (502) 215-7155 or click the button below to register. […]
ECO Kids Discovery Days are offered every first and third Saturday of the month (weather permitting). E-C-O stands for Every Child Outside, which is the best way for children of all ages to connect with the natural world. ECO Kids Discovery days may include: HANDS-ON DISCOVERY STATIONS, led by Volunteer Naturalists, from 1 – 4 […]
Join NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador Dan Price as we learn about the most mysterious objects in the universe – black holes! We’ll also enjoy bright stars during a laser-guided exploration of Bernheim's night sky, complemented by telescopic observations and insights from our dedicated Volunteer Naturalists. Bernheim members $15; Non-members $20 Registration required by 4 p.m. […]
