Homeschool Friday: Historic Gardens

Historic Columbia’s Homeschool Friday program continues Friday, April 7 from 10-11:30 a.m.
Homeschool students will learn about 19^th-century gardens and planting techniques in this hands-on program. A master gardener will show students proper techniques, including planting seeds, watering them and fertilizing plants. In addition, students will learn about heritage plants, including some recently brought to Historic Columbia. They will also learn how herbs in the 19^th century were used as medicine, seasoning and in other ways such as mosquito repellent. To make reservations, visit historiccolumbia.org, call (803) 252-1770 x. 26 or email cgalens@historiccolumbia.org.