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

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. […]

Let’s Get Growing!: Garden Crafts and Treats

(ages 5-10) We’ll design a whimsical garden pumpkin that will look great atop your Thanksgiving table, then create a delicious pumpkin treat to eat. Member Price: $15 Non-member Price: $25

Afternoon Tea

11:30 am, 12:00pm, 1:00 pm, and 2:30pm You are invited to enjoy an enchanting Afternoon 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 […]

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 […]

Little Wonders: Happy Halloween!

(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 […]

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 […]

Oaks and Acorns: Pumpkins

(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. […]