Nature’s Narratives is the Scott Arboretum’s monthly book discussion group. Join fellow garden enthusiasts and book lovers to discuss books about plants, nature, and the environment. The American Prairie comes to life in Candace Savage's book chronicling the history, ecology and geology of this unique...
Does art enhance a garden or detract from it? Does it reveal something about the site and enrich the experience of being there? And if not, why use it? Explore amazing gardens from around the world and consider how art in your garden can enrich...
Calling all little nature explorers! Join Celeste Sullivan and Rachel Warren at the Scott Arboretum for mornings full of singing, stories, crafts and dancing. Each session is seasonally themed around nature and the garden. This program is designed for children ages 2 - 3 years...
Enjoy a guided shinrin-yoku (forest bathing) experience through the Crum Woods to focus your senses and connect with nature. Practicing shinrin-yoku ((Japanese: 森林浴, 森林 (shinrin, “forest”) + 浴 (yoku, “bath, bathing”)) means spending time in nature, amongst the trees and grass, and mindfully engaging within...
In celebration of the Scott Arboretum’s 95th Anniversary, take your lunch break virtually and explore this month’s featured collection: Oaks. Tune in on our YouTube channel .
Learn about the inner workings, benefits, sustainability, and beauty of green roofs at the Arboretum. Our horticulture staff will lead this exploration of one of the many green roofs on campus. All participants must be 18 or older. Program Details This event is free, but...
Calling all little nature explorers! Join Celeste Sullivan and Rachel Warren at the Scott Arboretum for mornings full of singing, stories, crafts and dancing. Each session is seasonally themed around nature and the garden. This program is designed for children ages 2 - 3 years...
This program is part of the Delco ARTS Week celebration. Bring the family to celebrate the first day of fall at the Scott Arboretum! Enjoy live music and a picnic, make a nature-based craft, play games with family and friends, and learn from plant experts....
Celebrate Scott Arboretum’s 95th Anniversary with in-depth tours of a featured collection. This month’s feature is oaks. Gardeners and plant enthusiasts of all levels are welcome. Before or after your tour, be sure to check out the Autumn Equinox Celebration, happening from 3 to 7...
This program is part of the Delco ARTS Week celebration. Learn how to create and maintain container plantings with appeal throughout the cooler seasons with Horticulturist Josh Coceano. Discussion points include: plant choices and suggestions, container selection, and growing media preparation. Josh will share his...
