PRIVATE WORKSHOPS

Our à la carte private workshops are a great option for 1-2 hour team-building outings, or curious groups looking to learn something new! Scheduling is based on instructor availability and, with plenty of notice, we try to accommodate all requests. If you're interested in adding a catered lunch, consider our team retreat options.

THE INSIDE BUZZ

BEEKEEPING 101: INSIDE THE HIVE

  • Discover what all the buzz is about as a Brooklyn Grange beekeeper explains why honeybees are important pollinators, the thrills and challenges of beekeeping, and different happenings inside the hive. Weather permitting, you’ll also be able to put your knowledge to use by participating in a hands-on guided hive inspection.

  • Cost: $65/person, $650 minimum
    Location: Brooklyn Navy Yard
    Availability: May-October for open hive inspection. Year round for presentation only
    Size: 2-20, larger groups can be accommodated by request
    Duration: 1 hr

  • Add Ons: Add a jar of honey to take home! 5oz ($13), Mini ($7)

    Notes: All participants must sign a waiver prior to the workshop. Beekeeping suits and veils will be provided by Brooklyn Grange.

HONEY APPRECIATION & TASTING

  • Honey: We drink it in our tea, spread it on our toast, but what is honey, really? How do honeybees consume it? How is it made? How does it get from the hive to your plate? A Brooklyn Grange beekeeper will take you on a tasting journey of six honeys from different regions and seasons.

  • Cost: $60/person, $600 minimum
    Location: Brooklyn Navy Yard
    Availability: Year-round
    Size: 2-20, larger groups can be accommodated by request
    Duration: 1 hr

  • Add Ons: Upgrade your tasting with food pairings (chocolate, cheese, fruit, bread) selected by our beekeeper to complement the honey. ($10/person)

    Notes: Please alert us of any allergies when you make a reservation.

 

URBAN FARMING

 
 
 

FARMER FOR A DAY

  • What’s it like to be an urban farmer? In our hands-on workshop, you’ll step into our farmers’ shoes and get your hands dirty working alongside a Brooklyn Grange farmer. Depending on the day, you’ll be doing anything from preparing and seeding beds, to staking tomato plants, to harvesting!

  • Price: $45/person, $450 minimum
    Location: Brooklyn Navy Yard, Sunset Park
    Availability: Mid April - Mid November
    Size: 2-25, larger groups may be accommodated by request
    Duration: 1 hr

  • Notes: We strongly recommend pairing this workshop with a farm tour for the full experience! Dress for the weather. Remember to bring sunscreen, a hat and a water bottle. Get ready to work!

    Add Ons: Add a bottle of hot sauce to take home! 5oz ($8/each) or duo boxed gift set red and green minis ($12)

TASTING TOUR

  • Taste is powerful. In this exploration we’ll walk the farm and investigate the stunning diversity of flavors that grow in nature. We’ll experience how scent and flavor interacts; how different parts of the plant affects your taste buds, and learn the perfect point at which to pick a cucumber. You’ll be surprised and delighted by the flavors found on the farm!

  • Cost: $50/person, $500 minimum
    Location: Brooklyn Navy Yard, Sunset Park
    Availability: May-October
    Size: 2-25, larger groups can be accommodated by request
    Duration: 1 hr

  • Add Ons: Add a 5oz bottle of hot sauce for guests to take home! $8 each

    Notes: Dress for the weather

INSIDER’S PRESENTATION

  • Get the real dirt on urban farming, a burgeoning industry taking root in NYC. We’ll share a presentation on the fundamentals of the business followed by a guided visit to the 65,000 sq ft commercially farmed green roof. Using our decade-old business as a case study, we will describe the infrastructure and installation process of our farms; examine what it takes to operate a healthy commercial urban agricultural business; and explore the social, environmental, and economic benefits of rooftop farming.

  • Price: $1,000
    Location: Brooklyn Navy Yard
    Availability: Year round
    Size: 2-25, larger groups can be accommodated by request
    Duration: 2 hrs (includes a short break)

  • Add a bottle of hot sauce for guests to take home! 5oz, ($8) each, boxed duo minis ($12).

 

CREATIVE PURSUITS

NATURAL DYE

  • We will use flowers, roots, exotic dyes, medicinal plants and even food waste to make a vibrant rainbow of natural color! Our instructor will teach you how to make your own dye pot, how to enliven natural fabrics using various dye techniques. Leave with new understanding of clothes and the power of the natural world!

  • Cost: $85/person, $850 minimum
    Location: Brooklyn Navy Yard
    Availability: Year-round
    Size: 2-25, larger groups can be accommodated by request
    Duration: 2 hrs

  • Fabric swatches will be provided, but participants are encouraged to bring 1-3 small items to dye (t-shirt, socks, tote). Items should be made of cotton, wool, silk or polyester.

    Add Ons: Add a Brooklyn Grange canvas tote for guests to dye. $12/ea

FLORAL DESIGN

  • Nothing captures the exuberance of the growing season like a handful of fresh flowers! You’ll learn proper harvesting techniques, flower and greenery storage tips and one of the following:

    Building handheld bouquets: $85/person, $850 min
    Weaving floral crowns: $85/person, $850 min
    Designing centerpieces: $100/person, $1000 min

    Each participant will leave with their own arrangement.

  • Location: Brooklyn Navy Yard
    Availability: Late May-October
    Size: 2-20
    Duration: 1.5 hrs

    Building handheld bouquets: $85/person, $850 min
    Weaving floral crowns: $85/person, $850 min
    Designing centerpieces: $100/person, $1000 min

  • Interested in combining two floral design classes into one workshop block? Inquire for timing and rates.

 

ADD AN ADDITIONAL ACTIVITY!

ROOFTOP YOGA

  • Stretch it out amongst the sunflowers during a private yoga session on our farm. Our favorite Brooklyn yoga instructors will guide you through an all-levels practice, internalizing the calming effects of the farm and the embracing serenity. Whether you’re a well practiced yogi or have never stepped on a mat before, this class will help you feel grounded, mindful and miles away from the daily grind.

  • Price: $30/person | $450 minimum
    Location: Brooklyn Navy Yard
    Availability: Year round
    Size: 2-25, larger groups can be accommodated by request
    Duration: 2 hrs

  • Add Ons: Add a Brooklyn Grange tee for your practice ($18 each) or cotton canvas tote bag ($12 each).

    Notes: BYO yoga mats and water bottle. Dress for the weather!

FARM TOUR

  • Suitable as a stand-alone activity or to set the scene for a private workshop, guided tours are the best introduction to our vibrant rooftop farms. Spend an hour with a knowledgable Brooklyn Grange staff member (or founder!) in the fresh air - amid soil, crops and vistas - on a comprehensive stroll through our rooftop locations. Themes include sustainable farming methods and daily operations; the basics of our multi-channel business model; and environmental benefits of green roofing in the city.

  • Price: Standard Tour - $250
    Location: Brooklyn Navy Yard, Sunset Park
    Availability: Mid April - Mid November
    Size: 2-25, larger groups may be accommodated by request
    Duration: 1 hr 

  • Dress for the weather. Remember to bring sunscreen, a hat and a water bottle.


 

VIRTUAL WORKSHOPS

Looking to engage more folks with a virtual workshop? Send us a message!