Gardens & Grounds
A Storied Landscape
More than a century old, Reynolda’s Gardens and grounds were part of the original 1917 footprint for the Reynolda estate, which included a 16-acre, man-made lake, golf course, formal gardens, greenhouses, and woods. Although the landscape has changed over the years, many of its original structures and plans remain intact. Now, Reynolda Gardens of Wake Forest University serves as a 134-acre outdoor horticultural oasis open to the public year-round from dawn to dusk. Revive your senses as you connect with nature and immerse yourself in this peaceful landscape complete with lush, colorful gardens, scenic walking trails, and a waterfall.
Estate Design
Louis L. Miller and Horatio R. Buckenham, who were partners in the landscape engineering firm, Buckenham and Miller, created a landscape plan for the estate and designed several important features between 1911 and 1913. Beginning in 1915, Thomas W. Sears made changes to the Buckenham and Miller plans and designed additional plantings.
Please note that the historic greenhouse is closed for an extensive restoration project. We look forward to welcoming you back inside the new Brown Family Conservatory in later summer 2024.
Gardens Events
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Jun 14, 2024, 10:00am — 12:00pm
Explore the creek that flows through Wildflower Island on our Woodland Trail. Step into the cool creek, dip nets to find macroinvertebrates, and discover the amazing critters in this aquatic ecosystem…
Jun 22, 2024, 7:30pm — 9:00pm
In this intergenerational outdoor evening program at Reynolda, participants will hear stories about lightning bugs and learn about these fascinating bioluminescent insects. Practice scientific observa…
Jun 28, 2024, 10:00am — 12:00pm
Explore the creek that flows through Wildflower Island on our Woodland Trail. Step into the cool creek, dip nets to find macroinvertebrates, and discover the amazing critters in this aquatic ecosystem…
Jul 10, 2024, 10:00am — 11:00am
Wednesday, May 1- Peonies/Poppies (SOLD OUT- WAITLIST ONLY) Wednesday, May 15- Planting at Reynolda Wednesday, May 29- Roots in the Gardens and Grounds Wednesday, July 10- Tadpoles and …
Jul 17, 2024, 10:00am — 11:00am
Wednesday, May 1- Peonies/Poppies (SOLD OUT- WAITLIST ONLY) Wednesday, May 15- Planting at Reynolda Wednesday, May 29- Roots in the Gardens and Grounds Wednesday, July 10- Tadpoles and …
Jul 24, 2024, 10:00am — 11:00am
Wednesday, May 1- Peonies/Poppies (SOLD OUT- WAITLIST ONLY) Wednesday, May 15- Planting at Reynolda Wednesday, May 29- Roots in the Gardens and Grounds Wednesday, July 10- Tadpoles and …