An Evening with Florence Williams, author of “The Nature Fix”
Brooks Museum of Art 1934 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN, United StatesJournalist and author Florence Williams will discuss compelling findings outlined in her book, The Nature Fix: Why Nature Makes Us Happier, Healthier, and More Creative. Nature serves as a welcome reprieve from the demands and constant stimuli of modern life, especially important for diverse communities and building healthy cities. She explores what current research indicates […]
Drawing the Curtain: Homeschool Days
Brooks Museum of Art 1934 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN, United StatesCompletely in-person Homeschool Days are back this semester! Come to the Brooks to take a guided tour of the collection and make art in our studio! Homeschool Days are 10am-1pm every third Thursday at the Brooks. Docent tours begin at 10:30 and 11:15. Drop in art-making will be available from 10am-1pm. Feel free to explore […]
Mindfulness Walk with Katherine Bush
Rainbow Lake Pavilion Old Forest Lane, Memphis, TNBased on the Japanese concept of shirin-yoku, or “forest bathing,” these short and slow walks are designed to teach participants how best to take advantage of the physical, mental, and emotional benefits that can be derived from spending time surrounded by nature. Humans have an innate need to nurture connections to other living organisms as […]