Spend your morning with us constructing a cornucopia with produce grown in the Gardens of Old Salem and using it as your subject for a still-life painting! You may find our fall harvest to be full of surprises, but this program will include educational elements that dive into our historically authentic plant collection. Plant specimens will include the rare heirloom cultivars and native species our Head of Garden Curation has chosen for our kitchen gardens this year, with important information about these plants shared as you craft your masterpiece! 

This workshop takes place indoors (in the classroom) at the Garden Education Center, although you are welcome to stroll through the gardens on your own after the program concludes. The Cornucopia Painting program is geared towards beginners but is open to all skill levels. All materials and gentle instruction will be provided. In addition to your painting, you will be able to take home the grains, vegetables, and other plant materials used in your subject cornucopia, so that you may use them as seasonal harvest decorations in your own home!

This workshop is suited for ages 18+. Check-in for this program will be at the Garden Education Center within the Single Brothers' Workshop, 10 W. Academy Street (entrance is through the courtyard gate between the buildings, to the right, and up the ramp). Please arrive 15 minutes prior to allow time for check-in!

Spend your morning with us stamping and painting using real fruits, vegetables, and grains! You may find our stamps and paintbrushes to be very different from what you're used to using, and we will explore the unique patterns that can be made with plant parts and washable paints.

No matter if you want to paint a cornucopia, your favorite dinosaur, a fall landscape, or just whimsy, we have the tools to bring to life unique pieces of art! You will be able to choose from different types of paper, shaped tools, and a myriad of colors.

This workshop takes place indoors (in the classroom) at the Garden Education Center, although you are welcome to stroll through the gardens on your own while you wait for your artwork to dry. The Cornucopia Stamping program is geared towards anyone ages 5+ with good grip and motor skills. No snacks are provided. Families are welcome and this is also a fun activity for adults!

This workshop is suited for ages 5+. Children under the age of 18 registered for this event must be accompanied by a registered adult. Check-in for this program will be at the Garden Education Center within the Single Brothers' Workshop, 10 W. Academy Street (entrance is through the courtyard gate between the buildings, to the right, and up the ramp). Please arrive 15 minutes prior to allow time for check-in!

Discover the fascinating history of photography while learning to capture the beauty of the Gardens of Old Salem using just your smartphone! Explore techniques such as framing, lighting, and capturing the vibrant details of plants, flowers, and landscapes. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your skills, you’ll gain valuable tips and techniques to taking amazing photos using just your smartphone and creativity.

This particular workshop in our 2026 Smartphone Photography series focuses on the winter landscapes found in the planted spaces of Old Salem Museums & Gardens. The program will include both an indoor (introduction and lecture) and an outdoor (venturing into the gardens) portion. The gardens may be wet/muddy. Weather appropriate clothing and closed-toe shoes are recommended if you choose to join us on this winter wonderland adventure at the Garden Education Center!

This workshop is suited for ages 12+. Children under the age of 18 registered for this event must be accompanied by a registered adult. Check-in for this program will be at the Garden Education Center within the Single Brothers' Workshop, 10 W. Academy Street (entrance is through the courtyard gate between the buildings, to the right, and up the ramp). Please arrive 15 minutes prior to allow time for check-in!