If you are interested in physically going to places that are centered around medicinal herbalism the places listed below are worth looking into. These places focus their efforts on the growth of the plants, research into their medicinal properties, and some even have workshops to immerse yourself into the medicinal world!
Map of North Carolina with locations of medicinal places to visit.
Chestnut School of Herbal Medicine, Weaverville, NC- This school was founded in Cherokee Nation territory which is present-day Asheville, NC, and the surrounding towns. They offer several online courses such as Medicine Making and a Foraging course that deals with finding edible and medicinal wild herbs. The programs at the school focus on the sustainability of those who are involved in the school growing and harvesting their own herbs. This school is a believer in the valuable connection between humans and the nature around them. Everyone is welcome at this school. https://chestnutherbs.com/
Mountain Gardens, Burnsville, NC- This a unique garden space that offers free self-guided tours, a library to peruse their vast collection of medicinal books, and even an apothecary to purchase herbal tinctures. Joe Hollis is the primary operator and director of the garden. He is featured in the “hear from the experts” section of this site. https://www.mountaingardensherbs.com/
Piedmont Herbal School, Winston-Salem, NC- This school offers online courses and certificates and even an associate’s degree. This school is located in Winston-Salem and is focused on providing and herbal education that is centered around understanding the herbal heritage of the plants that are being studied. Their site offers student testimonies, current courses that are being offered, and contact information. http://piedmontherbschool.com/
Blue Ridge School of Herbal Medicine, Asheville, NC- This school’s mission is to help their students connect with nature. The goal of each program offered is to ensure the students can identify, harvest, and use a variety of different plants that grow around them. This school is located in Asheville, NC. They offer programs such as holistic herbalism, essentials of herbalism, and an advanced clinical program. Their courses are offered in-person. https://blueridgeschool.org/
