Located among pristine woodlands in the Ryerson historic home in Riverwoods, Il., Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods promotes the importance of nature for nurturing personal and community wellbeing, cultivating creativity, and inspiring learning.
At Ease in Nature Opening Reception Join us to celebrate the healing power of nature and the arts. At Ease in Nature features artwork created during our 2025 At Ease […]
At Ease in Nature Join us to celebrate the healing power of nature and the arts. At Ease in Nature features artwork created during our 2025 At Ease programs, as […]
Veterans Acrylic Paint & Sip Nights Join us for a fun and relaxing acrylic paint event led by Veteran artists. This event promises to be both educational and therapeutic. Take […]
Nature, Art and Wellness Day for Women Veterans and Family Members Join us at Brushwood Center for a day of recharging and relaxing in community with fellow women Veterans and […]
Art Impact Project Art Impact Project facilitates supportive art projects designed to provide participants a different way to express themselves through art-making. With a focus on emotional wellness through creative expression, Art Impact Project's small-group environment gives participants the chance to […]
Forest Bathing for Veterans and Family Members Forest bathing is a guided experience for supporting healing and wellness through meditation and immersion of your senses in forest. Join Sarah Abu […]
BASE: Create & Sip - Make a Wreath with Julia Kemerer Create & Sip is a monthly workshop hosted at Brushwood Center where participants can explore fun projects using supplies […]
Watercolor Painting for Women Veterans and Families Develop your unique artistic expression through watercolor painting. We will delight in the colorful, transformative nature of the watercolor while also sharing factual […]
Nature Book Club: November The Brushwood Nature Book Club is a space to talk about and explore nature literature in a friendly environment. Each meeting includes discussion, creative writing, and […]
Online Sale: The 9th Annual Nature-Inspired Holiday Art Market Buy local, support the arts, and find unique gifts at Brushwood Center's 9th Annual Nature-Inspired Holiday Art Market. You’ll find art, […]
Soapmaking and Gift Wrapping for Veterans and Families Start the holiday season with something creative and relaxing. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the basics of melt-and-pour soapmaking, play with […]
The 9th Annual Nature-Inspired Holiday Art Market Buy local, support the arts, and find unique gifts at Brushwood Center's 9th Annual Nature-Inspired Holiday Art Market. You’ll find art, handmade gifts, […]
