Arboretum’s buildings will be closed from December 24th through January 1st

Arboretum Afternoons: Hummingbird Journeys

(ages 5-8) After a long school day, your child will enjoy exploring nature with our Environmental Educators in this engaging drop-off program. There’s a different fascinating focus each week! Stories, hikes, themed games, experiments, and one-of-a-kind art projects are all part of the fun. Register early, as space is limited. The cost is per child. […]

Home School Adventures: The Wonderful World of Mushrooms

(ages 5-12) Homeschoolers: Join our educators as we explore the amazing world of plants and animals at the Arboretum! Each week, different challenges and learning opportunities await you. We’ll engage in hands-on adventures designed to inspire curiosity, creativity, and appreciation for all that nature has to offer. Classes will be held primarily outdoors, even in […]

Forest Bathing Mini-Retreat

(for adults) Forest Bathing, also known as Nature and Forest Therapy, is a slow meditative walk in nature that takes a holistic view of the physiological, mental, emotional, and psycho-spiritual benefits to be derived from an embodied contact with nature and aims to engage humans through their senses, not their intellects. Forest Bathing can be […]

Members Only Reception

Our members are the heart and soul of our organization, and we want to take this opportunity to say “Thank You” for standing by us these last 50 years! Please join us in the Wisner House for a refreshing glass of wine or lemonade to say thank you, before heading down to the garden for […]

50th Anniversary Garden Concert: The Suyat Band

Come celebrate our 50th Anniversary as a non-profit public arboretum at this special concert in the garden! All ages welcome! The Suyat Band will be bringing a touch of Hawaii to the Mainland and Reeves-Reed Arboretum at this Sunday afternoon performance. Steadily building a reputation as one of the most consistently crowd-pleasing live acts on […]

Little Wonders: Enjoy the Last Days of Summer

(Ages 0-3 with an adult) Infants, toddlers, and caregivers discover the many gifts nature has to offer! Hike our woodland trails, water the gardens, feed our fish, and engage in active nature play designed to stimulate your child’s curiosity and sense of wonder. Stories, crafts, music, and sensorimotor activities add to the experience by deepening […]

Cream Tea

11:30 am, 12:00 pm, and 1:00 pm You are invited to enjoy an enchanting Cream Tea in Wisner House overlooking the Arboretum’s beautiful grounds! Upon arrival, you will be offered a menu of fine teas and infusions. Your choice of tea will be brewed to perfection. Once everyone is settled in, the tiers will arrive […]

Oaks and Acorns: Under a Log

(ages 3-5 with an adult) Wonder, respect, and love for the natural world will get a great start in these engaging weekly classes.  Take nature hikes, read stories, and create a one-of-a-kind project every week. These are wonderful experiences where children can spend time outdoors with our Environmental Educators. Register early since space is limited. […]

Home School Adventures: The Amazing Life of Trees!

(ages 5-12) Homeschoolers: Join our educators as we explore the amazing world of plants and animals at the Arboretum! Each week, different challenges and learning opportunities await you. We’ll engage in hands-on adventures designed to inspire curiosity, creativity, and appreciation for all that nature has to offer. Classes will be held primarily outdoors, even in […]

Susan Darwin’s Location Series – The New Jersey Paintings

June 4 - October 31 Tuesday - Sunday, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Through a collection of vibrant and evocative paintings, artist Susan Darwin invites you to traverse the varied landscapes of New Jersey, showcasing renowned monuments and landmarks like the iconic carousel in Asbury Park. Additionally, she shines a spotlight on significant plant and […]

Late Summer Walkabout: September

(adults and children with an adult) Join our Curatorial Director of Horticulture, John Beirne, for a walk through the breathtaking autumn landscapes at Reeves-Reed. Experience the vibrant crescendo of the season as our meadows, garden beds, and borders reach their peak. Enjoy an educational and informative stroll through our core garden areas and recently renovated […]

Arboretum Afternoons: Autumn Arrives!

(ages 5-8) After a long school day, your child will enjoy exploring nature with our Environmental Educators in this engaging drop-off program. There’s a different fascinating focus each week! Stories, hikes, themed games, experiments, and one-of-a-kind art projects are all part of the fun. Register early, as space is limited. The cost is per child. […]