Rose Celebration

Celebrate one of summer’s most prized flowers with a free event for the whole family, including appreciating the beauty of the Dean Bond Rose Garden, learning about roses, enjoying live music, and more!  Activities include:– Pick up a rose plant for your garden.– Stroll......More

Celebrate one of summer’s most prized flowers with a free event for the whole family, including appreciating the beauty of the Dean Bond Rose Garden, learning about roses, enjoying live music, and more!  Activities include:– Pick up a rose plant for your garden.– Stroll through the Dean Bond Rose Garden– Snap photos around the rose arbor– Learn about rose wines from Chaddsford Winery– Visit Nether Providence Soap Company for a free rose soap.– Sample Flower Power kombucha from Baba’s Brew.– Receive a free ceramic rose from artist Beck Armstrong– Taste rose-inspired bites and sip rose inspired beverages– Be delighted with a rose facial mist from Log House Aromatics– Learn about the Finely Finished Fibers rose collection– Play a game at the membership table– Create rose art with your family and friends– Plant a temporary tattoo on your body– Play a nature game with Kidlab Additional things:– Grab dinner or a snack at our food truck– Get a rose painted on your face

Dean Bond Rose Garden, 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA, United States

Tropical Container Workshop

Join Andrew Bunting, Vice President of Horticulture at the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, for a hands-on workshop on growing tropical plants in outdoor containers. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or just starting, this session will provide you with all the e......More

Join Andrew Bunting, Vice President of Horticulture at the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, for a hands-on workshop on growing tropical plants in outdoor containers. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or just starting, this session will provide you with all the essential tips and techniques to successfully cultivate vibrant tropical plants in your outdoor spaces. Andrew will review the best tropical plants for container gardening, their care requirements, and how to create a thriving environment for them. The lecture will be followed by a demonstration of proper planting techniques and an opportunity to plant a container with tropical plants to take home. Planting can be done during the workshop or materials can be taken home. Participants will choose sun or shade plants during registration.   Registration Cost:  Members: $90 Non-Members: $100 ACCESS Cardholder: $2 – Limit 4   Become a member of the Scott Associates here.    Register Now   Program Details Registration is required by Thursday, May 29.Registration includes all container planting materials: plants, soil, and container.Workshop limited to 16 participants.Email us if you have accessibility needs for this program.For more information, review our program and event policies or call the Scott office at 610-328-8025.   About the Presenter Andrew Bunting is Vice President of Horticulture at the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society (PHS) and leads the utilization of planting and design to promote environmentally sound gardening practices at PHS. Andrew received his B.S. in Plant and Soil Science from Southern Illinois University. Prior to arriving at PHS, Andrew worked at the Chicago Botanic Garden, Chanticleer Garden, and Scott Arboretum & Gardens for a tenure of 27 years. He has received the American Public Gardens Association’s Professional Citation, Chanticleer Scholarship in Professional Development, and the Certificate of Merit from the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society. He also serves on the Board of Magnolia Society International. Andrew published his first book in 2015, The Plant Lover’s Guide to Magnolias.   About ACCESS Scott Arboretum & Gardens proudly participates in the Art-Reach ACCESS program. Pennsylvania ACCESS/EBT cardholders, and Art-Reach ACCESS cardholders may receive $2 tickets for the cardholder and up to 3 guests. This discount may not be valid for special events or sold out events, or combined with other discount offers. Visitors must show their ACCESS card and valid photo ID on the day of the program. For more information about the ACCESS program, please visit art-reach.org/access. 

Wister Center – Gillespie Room, 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA, United States

History of Heritage Roses

This program is offered in partnership with Longwood Gardens.  During this online offering, join storyteller and gardener Martin Stott as he presents a fascinating journey into what makes roses so special and the story of their evolution. Take a virtual behind-the-scene......More

This program is offered in partnership with Longwood Gardens.  During this online offering, join storyteller and gardener Martin Stott as he presents a fascinating journey into what makes roses so special and the story of their evolution. Take a virtual behind-the-scenes look at the roses at Longwood Gardens and Scott Arboretum & Gardens, how they came to be, and the people involved in their cultivation and success. Come away from this class with a stronger understanding of rose history and the development of rose hybridization.   Registration Cost: Members of Scott Associates and Longwood Gardens: $10Non-members: $12ACCESS Cardholder: $2 Register via Longwood Gardens’ website.  To register at the member or ACCESS level pricing, email [email protected]. Register Now   About the Presenters Martin Stott is a former journalist who has made programs for the BBC and American radio from 21 countries. He is the author of the Storyteller Garden history blog. Stott has written for Gardens Illustrated and Hortus and is the co-editor of By Any Other Name, the heritage rose journal of the World Federation of Rose Societies. Adam Glas, Gardener Supervisor, joined the Scott Arboretum & Gardens staff in 2012. Before that, he worked as Nursery Manager at Terrain (at Styer’s) Nursery in Glen Mills. He was accepted into the Longwood Gardens Professional Gardener (PG) Training Program, completing that program in 2006. He currently serves as president for the PG Alumni Association and vice president of the board of managers at Chenoa Manor. He studied Horticulture and Landscape Design at University of Wisconsin River Falls.   About ACCESS Scott Arboretum & Gardens proudly participates in the Art-Reach ACCESS program. Pennsylvania ACCESS/EBT cardholders, and Art-Reach ACCESS cardholders may receive $2 tickets for the cardholder and up to 3 guests. This discount may not be valid for special events or sold out events, or combined with other discount offers. Visitors must show their ACCESS card and valid photo ID on the day of the program. For more information about the ACCESS program, please visit art-reach.org/access.  

Virtual Meeting

In-Person June Highlights Tour

Enjoy a morning stroll through the gardens to learn about plants blooming in June and the Theresa Lang Garden of Fragrance with a tour led by our horticulture staff. Gardeners and plant enthusiasts of all levels are welcome.  Register Now Program Details This event is f......More

Enjoy a morning stroll through the gardens to learn about plants blooming in June and the Theresa Lang Garden of Fragrance with a tour led by our horticulture staff. Gardeners and plant enthusiasts of all levels are welcome.  Register Now Program Details This event is free, but registration is encouraged to receive program updates.Tours begin in front of the Scott Arboretum & Gardens office (Cunningham House).The tour will be canceled in the event of inclement weather. Email us if you have accessibility needs for this program.For more information, review our program and event policies or call the Scott office at 610-328-8025

Scott Arboretum Offices, 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA, United States

Drive On Your Own: Private Garden in Wayne

Join us at a private residence in Wayne for a stroll through newly developed gardens inspired by Chanticleer. Soak up the sights and sounds of this young garden, including a front-yard gravel planting, iconic folly, lush vegetable garden, and a hillside garden with an e......More

Join us at a private residence in Wayne for a stroll through newly developed gardens inspired by Chanticleer. Soak up the sights and sounds of this young garden, including a front-yard gravel planting, iconic folly, lush vegetable garden, and a hillside garden with an ever-changing seasonal palette of rare and unusual plants. Native plants pair with these seasonal additions, along with a focus on conservation practices to support the local ecosystem like leaving trees as snags and allowing the leaves to decompose on site. The garden owners will be available to answer questions and light refreshments will be provided. Registration Cost:  Members: $20 Non-Members: $60 (includes a one-year Individual membership) Register Now Important information about this event: This trip is limited to 25 members of the Associates of the Scott Arboretum.Become a member here. Online payment is required to register. No checks or cash will be accepted.Restrooms will not be available.The address and parking instructions will be emailed to participants the week of the trip. Light refreshments will be provided.

Drive on Your Own

Solstice Yoga and Sound Bath

This program is a partnership with the Park Avenue Community Center to promote health and wellness throughout our community.   Celebrate the summer solstice with an evening of tranquility and renewal in the Scott Outdoor Amphitheater. As the golden hues of sunset wash o......More

This program is a partnership with the Park Avenue Community Center to promote health and wellness throughout our community.   Celebrate the summer solstice with an evening of tranquility and renewal in the Scott Outdoor Amphitheater. As the golden hues of sunset wash over the open sky, join us for a gentle yoga flow designed to awaken your senses and align your body with the rhythm of the season. Following the movement practice, surrender to the soothing vibrations of a live sound bath, featuring crystal singing bowls, gongs, and chimes. Let the harmonious tones guide you into deep relaxation as you soak in the natural beauty of the amphitheater. Come as you are, bring a mat or blanket, and embrace the magic of summer’s arrival in this serene, open-air setting. Though this event is free, please consider making a donation of $10 while registering to support our educational programs.  Register Now Program Details This event is free, but registration is encouraged to receive program updates.We recommend this event for adults and children ages 8 and up. All children must be accompanied by an adult.This event will be held in the Scott Outdoor Amphitheater.This event will move to an indoor location in the event of inclement weather. Bring a water bottle and yoga mat or towel.Email us if you have accessibility needs for this program.For more information, review our program and event policies or call the Scott office at 610-328-8025 Driving/Parking Notes Navigate to 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA 19081 and follow the event/parking signs to Swarthmore College’s North entrance.Free parking is available in both the Whittier and Du Pont parking lots.Arboretum directional signs will direct you from the parking lot to the Scott Outdoor Amphitheater. About the Presenters   Mary Thompson, E-RYT 200, YACEP, first discovered yoga to maintain balance and strength throughout her career in federal law enforcement.  As a teacher, Mary creates a nurturing space for students to experience yoga as a gateway for transformation and growth, and as a modality of life-long wellness. Mary is a certified Yoga for Healthy Aging teacher, and the founder of Sanctuary Yoga, a spiritual wellness ministry at Trinity Church, Swarthmore.  Mary is also the Director of Adult Programs and Health & Wellness at the Park Avenue Community Center, where she creates programming and offerings to serve and support the health and wellness needs of the Delaware County community.  When Mary first moved to Swarthmore, her daily walks through the Arboretum with her family and dogs inspired her to volunteer at Scott Arboretum & Gardens, where she recently served as President of Council to the Scott Associates.  Mary deeply appreciates the Scott Arboretum & Gardens as a place for all generations to share, learn and experience year-round horticultural beauty.   Audrey Uchimoto, AKA Sound Baths by Aud, is a passionate sound healer based on the Main Line of Philadelphia. Certified in Sound Healing and Crystal Singing Bowls, Audrey uses the therapeutic application of sound frequencies and vibrations to align individuals’ energetic fields and brain waves into a state of harmony and peace. Audrey entered the sound healing community in 2017 while living in Los Angeles. Since returning to her East Coast roots, Audrey has been bringing the healing power of sound baths to local yoga and wellness studios and retreats, as well as in her home studio. Her collection of sound healing instruments allows Audrey to create a mixture of harmonic and binaural tones that give her sound bath attendees a deeply profound, one-of-a-kind experience accessing the inner layers of their subconscious through sound vibrations. 

Scott Outdoor Amphitheater, 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA, United States

Scott Associates’ Garden Day

See glorious gardens created and maintained by gardeners like you at the Scott Associates’ Garden Day. Stroll through gardens in Chadds Ford and Glen Mills to be inspired, learn about plant combinations, and get gardening tips. This is a great opportunity to see firstha......More

See glorious gardens created and maintained by gardeners like you at the Scott Associates’ Garden Day. Stroll through gardens in Chadds Ford and Glen Mills to be inspired, learn about plant combinations, and get gardening tips. This is a great opportunity to see firsthand how gardens grow in the greater Philadelphia area. Admission is free for members of the Scott Associates.  Scott Associates will be mailed the Garden Day booklet in June with complete details. For non-member tickets, pick up a Garden Day booklet at the Scott Arboretum & Gardens offices. Tickets can be purchased at the garden of your choosing. Program Details Admission is free for members; non-members can purchase tickets for $25 for adults and $15 for children. Tickets and Garden Day booklets are available during the event at each garden.Email us if you have accessibility needs for this program.For more information, review our program and event policies or call the Scott Arboretum office at 610-328-8025. 

Drive on Your Own

Green Roof Tour

Learn about the inner workings, benefits, sustainability, and beauty of green roofs at the Arboretum. Gardener Sandra Lopez Cortez will lead this exploration of one of the many green roofs on campus. All participants must be 18 or older. Register Now Program Details Thi......More

Learn about the inner workings, benefits, sustainability, and beauty of green roofs at the Arboretum. Gardener Sandra Lopez Cortez will lead this exploration of one of the many green roofs on campus. All participants must be 18 or older. Register Now Program Details This event is free, but registration is encouraged to receive program updates.Tours begin in front of the Scott Arboretum & Gardens offices (Cunningham House).The tour will be canceled in the event of inclement weather. Email us if you have accessibility needs for this program.For more information, review our program and event policies or call the Scott office at 610-328-8025

Scott Arboretum Offices, 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA, United States

Virtual Lunchtime Tour: Theresa Lang Garden of Fragrance

Take your lunch break virtually and explore the beautiful Theresa Lang Garden of Fragrance with Gardener Abi Urena Almonte. Tune in on our YouTube channel.

Virtual Meeting

Members-Only Foraging Hike

Step into the lush greenery of the Crum Woods for an exclusive members-only foraging hike led by Sue MacQueen, Campus Engagement Manager and experienced forager. Open to all ages, this guided exploration will introduce you to plants thriving in our local ecosystem. Duri......More

Step into the lush greenery of the Crum Woods for an exclusive members-only foraging hike led by Sue MacQueen, Campus Engagement Manager and experienced forager. Open to all ages, this guided exploration will introduce you to plants thriving in our local ecosystem. During this hike, you’ll learn to identify seasonal wild foods, discover their traditional uses, and gain a deeper appreciation for the natural abundance around us. Whether you’re a seasoned forager or a curious beginner, this immersive walk offers a unique way to connect with nature and the changing landscape of summer. Accessibility  This program is not wheelchair or stroller accessible.Participants must be able to hike on unpaved, hilly surfaces for about 2 miles, with exposed roots and rocks. Email us [link to [email protected]] if you have other accessibility needs for this program.Register Now  Program Details This members-only event is free, but registration is encouraged to receive program updates. This hike will depart from Whittier Circle, adjacent to the Whittier and Du Pont parking lots.For more information, review our program and event policies or call the Scott office at 610-328-8025Please note this hike has a different departure location than other tours.  Driving/Parking Notes Navigate to 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA 19081 and follow the event/parking signs to Swarthmore College’s North entrance.Free parking is available in both the Whittier and Du Pont parking lots.Arboretum directional signs will direct you from the parking lot to the meeting location.

Whittier Parking Lot, 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA, United States

In-Person July Highlights Tour

Enjoy a morning stroll through the gardens to learn about plants blooming in July and the landscape around Singer Hall with a tour led by our horticulture staff. Gardeners and plant enthusiasts of all levels are welcome.  Register Now Program Details This event is free,......More

Enjoy a morning stroll through the gardens to learn about plants blooming in July and the landscape around Singer Hall with a tour led by our horticulture staff. Gardeners and plant enthusiasts of all levels are welcome.  Register Now Program Details This event is free, but registration is encouraged to receive program updates.Tours begin in front of the Scott Arboretum & Gardens offices (Cunningham House).The tour will be canceled in the event of inclement weather. Email us if you have accessibility needs for this program.For more information, review our program and event policies or call the Scott office at 610-328-8025

Scott Arboretum Offices, 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA, United States

Youth Summer Flower Drawing Workshop

Join Young Rembrandts at Scott Arboretum & Gardens for a fun morning of art and nature! We will draw a realistic picture of beautiful flowers that surround us. Our step-by-step guided instruction allows students of all abilities to participate and thrive in a collaborat......More

Join Young Rembrandts at Scott Arboretum & Gardens for a fun morning of art and nature! We will draw a realistic picture of beautiful flowers that surround us. Our step-by-step guided instruction allows students of all abilities to participate and thrive in a collaborative environment, no matter their skill level. Join us for a summer hike in the Crum Woods [link to event] after this program.  Registration Cost:  Member: $25 Non-Member: $35 ACCESS Cardholder: $2 Register Now Program Details This drop-off workshop is for children ages 5 – 12; no experience needed.Registration is required.Registration includes all supplies.Workshop limited to 20 participants.Email us if you have accessibility needs for this program.For more information, review our program and event policies or call the Scott office at 610-328-8025. About ACCESS Scott Arboretum & Gardens proudly participates in the Art-Reach ACCESS program. Pennsylvania ACCESS/EBT cardholders, and Art-Reach ACCESS cardholders may receive $2 tickets for the cardholder and up to 3 guests. This discount may not be valid for special events or sold out events, or combined with other discount offers. Visitors must show their ACCESS card and valid photo ID on the day of the program. For more information about the ACCESS program, please visit art-reach.org/access.  

Wister Center – Gillespie Room, 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA, United States

Summer Crum Woods Hike

Join us for a refreshing summer hike through the beautiful Crum Woods! This guided hike is the perfect opportunity to explore the lush greenery, shaded trails, and scenic views of this hidden gem. Along the way, we’ll discover native plants, listen to birdsong, and mayb......More

Join us for a refreshing summer hike through the beautiful Crum Woods! This guided hike is the perfect opportunity to explore the lush greenery, shaded trails, and scenic views of this hidden gem. Along the way, we’ll discover native plants, listen to birdsong, and maybe even spot some woodland wildlife. Whether you’re a seasoned hiker or a first-time explorer, this is a great way to connect with nature and enjoy the beauty of July in the woods! We recommend this hike for adults and children ages 5 and up. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Register Now Accessibility:  This program is not wheelchair or stroller accessible.Participants must be able to hike on unpaved, hilly surfaces for about 2 miles, with exposed roots and rocks. There is a brief, uphill walk from the parking area to the departure location.Email us  if you have other accessibility needs for this program.Please note this tour has a different departure location than other tours. Register Here [link button]   Program Details This event is free, but registration is encouraged to receive program updates. This tour will depart from the front of the Matchbox building.Please park in the Field House Parking Lot and walk to the departure location, following Arboretum logo signs.The tour will be canceled in the event of inclement weather. For more information, review our program and event policies or call the Scott office at 610-328-8025

Matchbox, 500 College Ave, Swarthmore, PA, 19081