Discover the healing power of herbs in this engaging workshop at Crabtree Farms, perfect for natural health enthusiasts. Craft your own remedies and deepen your botanical knowledge in Chattanooga.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Open to all fitness levels, physical activity is minimal.
Wildlife
History
Crabtree Farms has been a cornerstone of Chattanooga’s local farming movement since 1982.
Conservation
The farm practices sustainable farming, emphasizing organic methods and native plant preservation.
Crabtree Farms of Chattanooga
Discover the healing power of herbs in this engaging workshop at Crabtree Farms, perfect for natural health enthusiasts. Craft your own remedies and deepen your botanical knowledge in Chattanooga.
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.
Wear comfortable clothing
Dress in layers to comfortably participate in hands-on crafting activities.
Bring a notebook
Capture recipes and plant notes for future reference.
Arrive early
Get settled and start on time to maximize your experience.
Hydrate well
Drink plenty of water during the workshop for optimal focus.
Notebook and pen
Ideal for jotting down herbal recipes and notes.
Comfortable clothing
Wear layers suitable for hands-on craft activities.
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Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated throughout the workshop.
Apron or smock
Protect clothing during herbal mixing and crafting.