In-Person Lunchtime Tour: May Highlights
2025-05-16 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Detroit) | Scott Arboretum Offices, 500 College Ave., Swarthmore, PA, United States
Explore the beautiful blooms of the springtime garden on a tour led by our expert horticulture staff. Gardeners and plant enthusiasts of all levels are welcome. This event is free, but registration is encouraged to receive program updates.
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Program Details

Tours begin in front of the Scott Arboretum 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 Arboretum office at 610-328-8025

Virtual Lunchtime Tour: Cunningham House Gardens
2025-05-20 12:00 - 12:30 (America/Detroit) | Virtual Meeting
Take your lunch break virtually and explore the beauty of the gardens surrounding the Cunningham House. Explore the Scott Entrance Garden and the Terry Shane Teaching Garden in all its glory this spring with a guided tour from our horticultural staff.
Tune in on our YouTube channel.

In-Person Peony Tour
2025-05-21 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Detroit) | Wister Center, 500 College Ave., Swarthmore, PA, United States
Explore Scott Arboretum & Gardens wide variety of peonies on this tour led by an expert horticulturist. Gardeners and plant enthusiasts of all levels are welcome. Be sure to stop by the Wister Center before or after your tour to experience Peony Palooza, a peony flower exhibition presented in partnership with the Mid-Atlantic Peony Society.
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Program Details

This event is free, but registration is encouraged to receive program updates.
Tours begin in front of the Scott 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 Arboretum office at 610-328-8025

In-Person June Highlights Tour
2025-06-13 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Visit
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.
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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 Associates’ Garden Day
2025-06-22 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
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.

Green Roof Tour
2025-06-24 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Visit
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.
Due to expected extreme heat, this tour is canceled.
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

Virtual Lunchtime Tour: Theresa Lang Garden of Fragrance
2025-06-27 12:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York)
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.

In-Person July Highlights Tour
2025-07-11 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Visit
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.
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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

Summer Crum Woods Hike
2025-07-12 10:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
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.
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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.

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

Green Roof Tour
2025-07-22 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Visit
Learn about the inner workings, benefits, sustainability, and beauty of green roofs at the Arboretum. Our expert gardeners will lead this exploration of one of the many green roofs on campus. All participants must be 18 or older.
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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

Virtual Lunchtime Tour: Singer Hall Landscape
2025-07-25 12:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York)
Take your lunch break virtually as you explore the Singer Hall Landscape with one of our expert horticulturists. The landscape around Singer Hall draws from Swarthmore’s regional landscape typologies, with five distinct ecoregions represented. Learn about the plants that comprise this garden area and our gardening ethos by tuning in on our YouTube channel.

In-Person August Highlights Tour
2025-08-08 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Visit
Enjoy a morning stroll through the gardens to learn about plants blooming in August and explore the West Garden with a tour led by our horticulture staff. Gardeners and plant enthusiasts of all levels are welcome.
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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

Virtual Lunchtime Tour: Harry Wood Garden
2025-08-28 12:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York)
Take your lunch break virtually as you explore the Harry Wood Garden with Gardener Andrew DeGothseir. Tune in on our YouTube channel.

In-Person September Highlights Tour
2025-09-12 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Detroit) | Scott Arboretum Offices, 500 College Ave., Swarthmore, PA, United States
Enjoy a lunchtime stroll to learn about the West Garden with a tour led by our horticulture staff. Gardeners and plant enthusiasts of all levels are welcome.
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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

Virtual Lunchtime Tour: West Garden
2025-09-25 12:00 - 12:30 (America/Detroit) | Virtual Meeting
Take your lunch break virtually as you explore the West Garden with one of our expert horticulturists. This garden surrounds the Dan West House and serves as an example of a residential garden. Its maintenance is supported by an endowment fund given by Gil Kemp, Class of ‘72. Dan served the College as vice president for development and gardened there from 1998 until 2007. Learn about the plants that comprise this garden by tuning in on our YouTube channel.

Green Roof Tour
2025-09-30 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Detroit) | Scott Arboretum Offices, 500 College Ave., Swarthmore, PA, United States
Learn about the inner workings, benefits, sustainability, and beauty of green roofs at the Arboretum. A member of our expert horticulture staff 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

In-Person October Highlights Tour
2025-10-03 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Detroit) | Scott Arboretum Offices, 500 College Ave., Swarthmore, PA, United States
Enjoy a lunchtime stroll through the gardens to learn about the Biostream and other October plant highlights with a tour led by our horticulture staff. Gardeners and plant enthusiasts of all levels are welcome.
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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

Fall Crum Woods Hike
2025-10-04 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Detroit) | Matchbox, 500 College Ave, Swarthmore, PA, 19081
Join us for a guided hike through the beautiful Crum Woods! Enjoy the crisp autumn air and scenic trails as we explore this hidden gem together. Whether you’re a seasoned hiker or a first-time explorer, this is a great way to connect with nature and experience the magic of fall in our local forest.
We recommend this hike for adults and children ages 5 and up. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

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 Now
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

Members-Only Tour: The Reimagined Gardens of Martin Hall
2025-10-22 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Detroit) | Martin Hall, 500 College Ave., Swarthmore, Pennsylvania, 19081
Join us for an exclusive members-only tour of the newly re-planted Pollinator Garden and Winter Garden! These landscapes surround Martin Hall, which recently completed a two-year renovation. Discover how our gardens were reimagined to complement the space.
Become a member of the Scott Associates to attend this tour!
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Program Details

This members-only event is free, but registration is encouraged to receive program updates.
The tour will depart from the Whittier Parking Lot.
Please park in the Whittier Parking Lot off of Whittier Place, which is the north entrance to the College. Free parking passes will be provided.
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

Quaker Roots: Horticultural Connections with the Friends Tour
2025-10-29 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Detroit) | Scott Arboretum Offices, 500 College Ave., Swarthmore, PA, United States
Stewardship of the earth is a core tenet of Quakerism, which has led to many local and global connections between the Arboretum’s plant collection and Quakers. Join Curator of the Friends Historical Library at Swarthmore College Jordan Landes and Scott Arboretum & Gardens staff to explore the stories of horticulturists, gardens, and plant specimens through the lens of the Friends.
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Program Details

This event is free, but registration is encouraged to receive program updates.
This tour will begin in front of McCabe Library.
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 Arboretum office at 610-328-8025

Virtual Lunchtime Tour: Biostream
2025-11-01 12:00 - 12:30 (America/Detroit) | Virtual Meeting
Take your lunch break virtually as you explore the Biostream with one of our expert horticulturists. The Biostream is a man-made abstraction of a stream that both looks beautiful and mitigates stormwater. Learn about the plants that comprise this garden space by tuning in on our YouTube channel.

In-Person November Highlights Tour
2025-11-09 12:30 - 13:30 (America/Detroit) | Scott Arboretum Offices, 500 College Ave., Swarthmore, PA, United States
Enjoy a lunchtime stroll through the gardens to learn about the John W. Nason Garden and other November plant highlights with a tour led by our horticulture staff. Gardeners and plant enthusiasts of all levels are welcome. After this tour, join us for a free presentation: A Personal Guide to Bulbs through the Seasons.
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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

In-Person Japanese Maple Collection Tour
2025-11-15 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Detroit) | Scott Arboretum Offices, 500 College Ave., Swarthmore, PA, United States
Explore the Japanese Maple Collection at Scott Arboretum & Gardens with our expert horticulture staff and enjoy the variety of vibrant hues that maples bring to autumn. Gardeners and plant enthusiasts of all levels are welcome. After your tour, be sure to experience the Ohara School of Ikebana Exhibition in the Wister Center.
This event is free, but registration is encouraged to receive program updates.
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Program Details

This event is free, but registration is encouraged to receive program updates.
Tours begin in front of the Scott Arboretum 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 Arboretum office at 610-328-8025

Virtual Lunchtime Tour: John W. Nason Garden
2025-11-20 12:00 - 12:30 (America/Detroit) | Virtual Meeting
Take your lunch break virtually as you explore the textures of the John W. Nason Garden with one of our expert horticulturists. Learn about the plants that comprise this garden by tuning in on our YouTube channel.

In-person December Highlights Tour
2025-12-10 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Detroit) | Scott Arboretum Offices, 500 College Ave., Swarthmore, PA, United States
Enjoy a stroll through the gardens to learn about the Gold Medal Garden and other December plant highlights with a tour led by our horticulture staff. The Gold Medal Garden features woody and perennial plants which have been recognized for their ease of cultivation, multiple seasons of interest, commercial availability, appropriateness for the Mid-Atlantic region, and value to wildlife. The Gold Medal Plant Program is organized by the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society. Gardeners and plant enthusiasts of all levels are welcome.
This event is free, but registration is encouraged to receive program updates.
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Program Details

Registration is free, but encouraged to receive program updates.
This tour begins in front of the Scott offices (Cunningham House).
The tour will be canceled in case 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

Virtual Lunchtime Tour: Gold Medal Garden
2025-12-21 12:00 - 12:30 (America/Detroit) | Virtual Meeting
Take your lunch break virtually to explore the Gold Medal Garden with Adam Glas, horticulture supervisor at Scott Arboretum & Gardens. The Gold Medal Garden features woody and perennial plants which have been recognized for their ease of cultivation, multiple seasons of interest, commercial availability, appropriateness for the Mid-Atlantic region, and value to wildlife. The Gold Medal Plant Program is organized by PHS. Tune in to this tour on our YouTube channel.

In-Person January Highlights Tour
2026-01-25 12:30 - 13:30 (America/Detroit) | Scott Arboretum Offices, 500 College Ave., Swarthmore, PA, United States
This tour is cancelled due to inclement weather.
Enjoy plants and landscapes looking their best in late January, including ornamental grasses in the garden, with a tour led by our horticulture staff. Gardeners and plant enthusiasts of all levels are welcome.
The free Walkovic and Schumacher Memorial Lecture where Warren Leach will be presenting Celebrating Plants in the Winter Garden will now be held virtually only.
This event is free, but registration is encouraged to receive program updates.
Program Details

Registration is free, but encouraged to receive program updates.
This tour begins in front of the Scott offices (Cunningham House) and ends at the Science Center, the location for the Walkovic and Schumacher Memorial Lecture.
The tour will be canceled in case 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

Virtual Lunchtime Tour: In the Winter Garden
2026-01-30 12:00 - 12:30 (America/Detroit) | Virtual Meeting
Take your lunch break virtually in the snow covered gardens at Scott Arboretum & Gardens. Learn about great winter garden plants. Tune in to this tour on our YouTube channel.

Family Winter Tree Walk
2026-01-31 10:00 - 10:30 (America/Detroit) | Scott Arboretum Offices, 500 College Ave., Swarthmore, PA, United States
Bundle up and join us for a family-friendly walk through the winter landscape in celebration of Tu B’Shevat, the Jewish New Year of the Trees! Together, we’ll investigate the changes occurring during this time of year, document our findings through nature journaling and discuss our human connection to trees. This interactive walk is a wonderful way for families to enjoy nature, learn together, and honor the trees that give so much. This tour is intended for families with children ages 3 – 18 and all are welcome.
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Program Details

Registration is free, but encouraged to receive program updates.
Tours begin in front of the Scott offices (Cunningham House).
The tour will be canceled in case 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

Members-Only Winter Tree ID Tour
2026-02-04 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Detroit) | Scott Arboretum Offices, 500 College Ave., Swarthmore, PA, United States
Join us for an exclusive members-only walk through Scott Arboretum & Gardens as we explore the art of identifying trees in their winter form. Without leaves to guide us, we’ll rely on bark patterns, branch structures, buds, and other subtle clues to uncover each tree’s identity. Learn how to recognize familiar species even in the quiet season and gain a deeper appreciation for the Arboretum’s woody collection. Dress for the weather and enjoy a peaceful winter stroll among the trees.
Become a member of the Scott Associates to attend this tour!
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Program Details

This members-only event is free, but registration is encouraged to receive program updates.
The tour will depart from the Scott Arboretum & Gardens office (Cunningham House).
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
