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

Arboretum Afternoons: Sensational Seeds

(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: Survival Skills/Part 1

(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 […]

Let’s Get Growing!: The Fall Garden

(ages 5-10) As we bid goodbye to Summer, there’s still lots to do in the garden. It’s time to discover what veggies are waiting to be harvested and time to prepare the soil to plant our fall crops. Member Price: $15 Non-member Price: $25

Little Wonders: A-Hiking We Will Go!

(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: Fall Sun Catchers

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: Survival Skills/Part 2

(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 […]

Arboretum Afternoons: Fall Art Adventures

(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. […]

Oktoberfest 2024

(ages 21 and older) Join us for OKTOBERFEST 2024, when we put the 'PUB' in Public Garden and transform the Arboretum into a beer garden with ALL YOU CAN EAT & DRINK, lawn games, and live music! Sponsored by Peerless Beverage Company, this seasonal fête will feature premium autumnal ales and Bavarian-style bratwurst, pretzels, and […]

Little Wonders: So Much to Do!

(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: Apples

(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. […]