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Occidental Arts & Ecology Center (OAEC)

Occidental

Wander through a living library of rare edible plants, medicinal herbs, and native species you won't find at big box stores. The knowledgeable staff at this nonprofit nursery makes the beautiful drive up Coleman Valley Road worth every mile.

unusual edible varieties
medicinal herbs
native California plants
nonprofit nursery

Tips

🌿"like outdoor spa where you can absorb textures, colors and fragrances"
🚗bring an empty trunk

Occidental Arts & Ecology Center (OAEC)

15290 Coleman Valley Rd, Occidental, CA 95465, USA

Upcoming at Occidental Arts & Ecology Center (OAEC)

Wednesday, Jun 17
Garden Volunteer Day

Garden Volunteer Day

June 17 at 10am

Get your hands dirty tending gardens at this ecology center, and stick around for a homemade vegetarian lunch if you volunteer at least three hours.

Saturday, Jun 20
OAEC Garden Tour

OAEC Garden Tour

June 20 at 1pm

Wander through living landscapes that feel like an outdoor spa for your senses. This guided tour explores rare food crops, medicinal herbs, and native species while sharing the ecological principles behind OAEC's remarkable gardens.