Hours
Dawn to Dusk, 365 days a year
Free and Open to the Public
Office Hours
Monday through Friday,
8:30 am to noon and 1:00 to 4:30 pm.
Contact
610-328-8025
Visitor Policies
We are delighted to welcome all people to explore and enjoy our grounds and gardens. For the safety of our visitors, as well as to preserve the Scott Arboretum, the following policies apply when visiting.
- Picnicking is permitted, but please carry out all trash.
- Dogs are welcome, but must be kept on a leash at all times. (Swarthmore Borough Ordinance: 949.608.02)
- Photography for personal use is encouraged. Photo shoots require permits.
- Do not pick or collect plants, flowers, or labels.
- Please refrain from climbing on trees or shrubs and standing or walking in garden beds.
- Small motorized vehicles are not permitted on campus (e-scooters, hoverboards, & e-skateboards) Electric mobility aids for individuals with disabilities are permitted on campus.
Directions
Parking
Street Parking
- Cedar Lane
- College Avenue
Event Parking
Scott Arboretum signs will be posted before the events start to direct visitors to the appropriate parking lot; walking signs will direct people to the correct building.
Self Guided Youth Activities in the Garden
Scavenger Hunts
You can always find a Scott Arboretum Scavenger Hunt in our brochure box outside of the Cunningham house. These scavenger hunts are edited seasonally based on our ever changing gardens. Grab a scavenger hunt and a pencil and start your adventure in our gardens!
Discovery Guides
The Discovery Guides at Scott Arboretum & Gardens are fun and educational self-guided booklets designed to help children explore nature throughout all four seasons. Learn more.
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Tips for Arboretum Family Fun
Learn about areas of the Arboretum perfect for bringing family and friends to explore.
Toddler Trots – 00:32
Secret Spaces – 4:54
Trail Adventures – 6:46
*Plant Hero Journals are only available during the summer. Please enjoy the seasonal scavenger hunts and coloring bookmarks.*
Scott Saplings
For Scott Arboretum Members: Scott Saplings is a FREE club for youth members of the Scott Arboretum from age 0 to 18.