In-Person Lunchtime Tour: November Highlights

Scott Arboretum Offices 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA

Take your lunch break in the garden to learn about the plants looking their best at the beginning of November at the Arboretum with a tour led by our horticulture staff. Gardeners and plant enthusiasts of all levels are welcome. This event is free, but...

Free

Wonders of Beeswax: The Art of Candle-Making Workshop

Wister Center - Gillespie Room 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA

Explore the history of the centuries-old practice of making your own hand-dipped beeswax candles! Beeswax is highly prized as a long-lasting, clean-burning wax. Our beekeeper will lead you through the process of making a pair of candles to enjoy at home.  Registration Cost:  Members: $25...

$25 – $35

95 Years Highlights Tour: Camellias

Scott Arboretum Offices 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA

Celebrate Scott Arboretum’s 95th Anniversary with in-depth tours of a featured collection. This month’s feature is Camellias. Gardeners and plant enthusiasts of all levels are welcome. After this tour, join us for a free presentation: Creating Beauty through Garden Adversity . Program Details This event...

Free

Lecture: Creating Beauty through Garden Adversity

Chang Hou Hall 500 College Ave., Swarthmore, PA

Co-Sponsored with  Every gardener operates within constraints; poor soil, a steep grade, unfortunate drainage, and unsightly views are just a few factors that may impede the pursuit of a great garden. In this talk, author Nicole Juday will share creative solutions employed by the most...

Free

Nature’s Narratives: Temple Stream: A Royal Odyssey

Virtual Meeting

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. In Temple Stream: A Royal Odyssey by Bill Roorbach, Roorbach’s quest to discover the origins of a stream near...

Free

Virtual Lunchtime Tour: Camellias

Virtual Meeting

In celebration of the Scott Arboretum’s 95th Anniversary, take your lunch break virtually and explore this month’s featured collection: Camellias. Tune in on our YouTube channel.

Free

Thanksgiving Floral Arranging Workshop

Virtual Meeting

Join Education Programs Manager Mackenzie Knight-Fochs to create a gorgeous arrangement for your Thanksgiving table with fresh autumn greens and flowers. Mackenzie will lead a demonstration on how to choose the best plant materials and creatively display them to make your table a conversation piece....

$50 – $60

Recurring

Green Wreath Workshop

Wister Center - Gillespie Room 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA

Create a unique and festive wreath with a variety of freshly-cut greens and natural materials from the Scott Arboretum. Our pre-wrapped, moss-filled frames allow for long-lasting decorations for your home and also make wonderful holiday gifts. Scott Arboretum staff will provide a demonstration and be...

$50 – $60
Recurring

Green Wreath Workshop

Wister Center - Gillespie Room 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA

Create a unique and festive wreath with a variety of freshly-cut greens and natural materials from the Scott Arboretum. Our pre-wrapped, moss-filled frames allow for long-lasting decorations for your home and also make wonderful holiday gifts. Scott Arboretum staff will provide a demonstration and be...

$50 – $60
Recurring

Green Wreath Workshop

Wister Center - Gillespie Room 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA

Create a unique and festive wreath with a variety of freshly-cut greens and natural materials from the Scott Arboretum. Our pre-wrapped, moss-filled frames allow for long-lasting decorations for your home and also make wonderful holiday gifts. Scott Arboretum staff will provide a demonstration and be...

$50 – $60