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

Home School Adventures: The Many Wonders of Water

(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 […]

A Spooky Autumn Floral Arrangement Workshop

(for adults) BOO! Come create a hauntingly elegant arrangement to complement your Halloween decor! We’ll be working with blooms such as sunflowers, astilbe, celosia, thistle, calla lilies, various fall foliage, and berries. Morticia would absolutely approve of these spooky, one-of-a-kind arrangements! In this workshop, you will learn tips about seasonal blooms and various techniques for arranging […]

Arboretum Afternoons: Great Goats

(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. […]

Event Series Fall Discovery Weekends

Fall Discovery Weekends

(families with children ages 3 and up) Discovery Weekends return for the fall! Explore the Arboretum’s gardens and grounds as autumn brings amazing changes. Drop by the Stackhouse Education Center on Saturdays and Sundays anytime between 9 am and 3 pm for this self-guided program for families and children ages 3 and older. Borrow a […]

Four Centuries in a Weekend 2024

Four Centuries in a Weekend is a Union County tradition that enables residents and visitors to travel through time and learn about the rich history of our community.  Held annually on the third weekend in October, this county-wide event showcases more than thirty historic sites, featuring tours, exhibits, and special events. Reeves-Reed Arboretum is participating on Saturday, […]

Closing Reception – Susan Darwin’s Location Series: The New Jersey Paintings

Reeves-Reed Arboretum invites you to meet artist Susan Darwin, for an artist’s reception, October 19th, 2024, from 1-3 pm. Join the artist as she shares her insights and experiences in crafting her remarkable Location Series: The New Jersey Paintings. Experience the beauty and significance of New Jersey's history and natural wonders through Susan's eyes as […]

Celebrate Fall 2024

Games, crafts, music, and of course goats...these are just a few of the activities that are part of our eagerly anticipated Celebrate Fall Festival!

Oaks and Acorns: Scarecrows

(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. […]

Kids Can Cook!: Tricks and Treats

(ages 5-10) You’ll howl with delight as we discover a few kitchen tricks and create delicious treats to share with family and friends. Member Price: $35 Non-member Price: $45

Fall Foliage Walkabout

(adults and children with an adult) Join John Beirne, Reeves-Reed Arboretum's Curatorial Director of Horticulture, on a stroll through both the core grounds and woodland areas to observe the multicolored autumnal tones developing on our trees, shrubs, and even perennials. John will discuss the science behind autumnal coloration and highlight some of our star specimen […]

Arboretum Afternoons: Animal Senses

(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. […]

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 […]