Discover how Crabtree Farms combines history, sustainability, and community impact through its engaging tours. Learn about organic farming and composting in a setting that’s both informative and inspiring.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–2 hours
Fitness Level
All ages and fitness levels welcome, comfortable walking shoes suggested.
Wildlife
History
Crabtree Farms was founded in the 1980s and has grown into a cornerstone of Chattanooga’s sustainable agriculture movement.
Conservation
The farm employs permaculture techniques and composting to minimize waste and promote soil health.
Crabtree Farms of Chattanooga
Discover how Crabtree Farms combines history, sustainability, and community impact through its engaging tours. Learn about organic farming and composting in a setting that’s both informative and inspiring.
Crabtree Farms of Chattanooga operates a 22-acre urban farm and community center in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The farm cultivates seasonal produce, sustainable flower crops, beekeeping projects, and educational programming that connects urban residents to local food systems.
Crabtree Farms offers guided group tours, volunteer opportunities, and hands-on workshops covering topics such as sourdough breadmaking, kombucha brewing, herbal remedies, fire cider making, cool-season cut flowers, and introductory beekeeping. Workshops are led by local instructors and visiting experts and often include a take-home project, such as a sourdough starter, a bottle of kombucha, or a jar of herbal preparation.
The Evelyn Center is an on-site rustic-modern event venue with high beam ceilings, an open layout, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow. The venue hosts small and large private events, and rental fees support Crabtree Farms’ mission. Volunteer groups and community participants engage in stewardship projects that support farm operations while learning about composting, organic growing practices, and seasonal planting.
Group tours can be tailored by age and interest and focus on gardening, local eating, and environmental stewardship. Crabtree Farms partners with educators and community organizations to expand accessibility and learning opportunities across Chattanooga. Visitors can reserve public workshops, schedule private tours, or book the Evelyn Center online or by contacting the farm directly to confirm availability and pricing.
Urban Farm
22-acre
Located in Chattanooga, Tennessee
Workshops
Hands-on classes
Led by local experts and instructors
Event Venue
Evelyn Center
Rustic-modern indoor-outdoor space
Volunteer Opportunities
Open to groups
Support the farm's mission
Reserve a class, schedule a group tour, or inquire about Evelyn Center availability to support sustainable agriculture and hands-on learning.
Bring Sun Protection
Wear sunscreen and a hat to stay comfortable during your outdoor farm walk.
Wear Comfortable Shoes
Closed-toe shoes are recommended for walking through the uneven farm terrain.
Bring Water
Carry a water bottle to stay hydrated, especially on warm days.
Ask Questions
Bring your curiosity and ask farm staff about sustainable practices and farm history.
Sunscreen
Protect your skin during outdoor activities.
summer
Comfortable Shoes
Suitable footwear for walking around farm grounds.
Water Bottle
Stay hydrated during the tour.
Hat or Cap
Additional sun protection to stay cool.
summer