Welcome to the GT Community Garden
A shared green space for learning, connection, and wellness right in the heart of campus
About the Garden
Purpose:
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Create a sustainable, educational, and inclusive outdoor space
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Support student wellness and community engagement
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Encourage environmental awareness through hands-on learning
Open to All:
The garden is always open for visitors to relax, study, or eat lunch, with features including:
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Picnic tables
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Pergola with shade
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Wi-Fi available throughout the space
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Picnic tables
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Pergola with shade
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Wi-Fi available throughout the space
Ways to Get Involved
Volunteering
Students can join structured volunteer sessions (times vary by semester).
They help plant, weed, harvest, and maintain the space.
Garden Office Hours
Wednesdays, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM from mid-September to mid-December & March to June.
Ask your gardening questions to our Horticulture Educator: Tamsin Leavy, tleavy3@gatech.edu
Events
Two fun and educational events every month with topics ranging from plant science to nature-inspired art.
Open to all students, staff, and GT community members.
Projects and Research
Student and Faculty Projects
Support for hands-on learning and innovation.
Haikubox AI Bird Call Sensor
Installed by Dr. Emily Weigel, School of Biological Sciences.
Listen to the birds of the garden here.
FarmBot Installation
Robotics meets agriculture.
Supports programming education for elementary students.
Stay Connected
Social Media & Event Updates
Follow Campus Services Sustainability on Engage for the latest events, workdays, and office hours
Follow @gatechlife on Instagram for event photos and stories
Garden Location
Next to Instruction Center and Exhibition Hall
Social Media & Event Updates
Follow Campus Services Sustainability on Engage for the latest events, workdays, and office hours
Follow @gatechlife on Instagram for event photos and stories
Horticulture Educator