Hidden Gardens: A Fall Celebration
2026-09-26 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Detroit) | Martin Hall, 500 College Ave., Swarthmore, Pennsylvania, 19081
Celebrate the beauty of fall at Scott Arboretum & Gardens during this free, family-friendly event. Discover hidden corners of the gardens through a self-guided tour or join a horticulturist for a guided experience. Enjoy seasonal bites, live music, and hands-on nature activities surrounded by vibrant autumn color.

Accessible Mushroom Tour
2026-10-01 15:00 - 16:00 | Scott Arboretum Offices, 500 College Ave., Swarthmore, PA, United States
Josie Low, Swarthmore College senior, will lead attendees on a walk through Swarthmore’s campus to explore our visible and invisible fungal neighbors. This walk will take a wheelchair accessible route. Magnifying glasses and UV flashlights will be available for attendees.
Before or after the walk, be sure to stop by the McCabe Library to view a special exhibition on “The Hidden World of Fungi”, curated by Josie Low, which will be on view from September 1 to November 1. McCabe library is open to the public 8:30 am – 4:30 pm on this day.
Register Here
Program Details

This event is free, but registration is encouraged to receive program updates.
Tours begin in front of the Cunningham House (Arboretum offices).
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

Members-Only Tour: Patriotic Plants
2026-10-07 12:00 - 13:00 | Scott Arboretum Offices, 500 College Ave., Swarthmore, PA, United States
Join us for an exclusive members-only tour exploring plants with patriotic roots with one of our horticulturists. Celebrate America’s semiquincentennial by learning about these unique plants that have shaped our landscape for decades.
Celebrate America 250 with this special members-only tour.
Become a member of the Scott Associates to attend this tour!
Register Here
Program Details

This members-only event is free, but registration is encouraged to receive program updates.
The tour will depart from the 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

2026 Quaker Roots: Horticultural Connections with the Friends Tour
2026-10-14 12:00 - 13:00 | McCabe Library, 500 College Ave., Swarthmore, PA, 19081
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 Jordan Landes, Curator of the Friends Historical Library at Swarthmore College and Tony Aiello, Associate Director, Horticulture to explore the stories of horticulturists, gardens, and plant specimens through the lens of the Friends.
Celebrate America 250 with this special Quaker roots tour.
Register Here
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: Spooky Specimens
2026-10-28 12:00 - 12:30 | Virtual Meeting
Take your lunch break virtually as you explore spooky plants with one of our expert horticulturists. Tune in on our YouTube channel.

Dog-Friendly Autumn Crum Woods Hike
2026-11-07 10:30 - 12:00 | Matchbox, 500 College Ave, Swarthmore, PA, 19081
Join us for a dog-friendly 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 with their friendly leashed dogs. 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.
Pets must be on a leash at all times to be in compliance with Swarthmore Ordinance 949.608.02.
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
Program Details

This event is free, but registration is required 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

In-Person Highlights Tour
2026-11-15 12:30 - 13:30 | Scott Arboretum Offices, 500 College Ave., Swarthmore, PA, United States
Enjoy a lunchtime stroll through the gardens to experience the beauty of the fall garden 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: When Trees Testify: Living With and Learning From Trees with Beronda Montgomery.
Register Here
Program Details

This event is free, but registration is encouraged to receive program updates.
This tour will depart from the 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: Deer-Resistant Plants
2026-11-19 12:00 - 12:30 | Virtual Meeting
Take your lunch break virtually as you explore deer-resistant plants with one of our expert horticulturists. Learn about great plants to add to your garden by tuning in on our YouTube channel.

Virtual Lunchtime Tour: Dwarf Conifers
2026-12-17 12:00 - 12:30 | Virtual Meeting
Take your lunch break virtually as you explore dwarf conifers with Mary Masters, Curator and Plant Recorder at the Scott Arboretum & Gardens. Tune into our YouTube channel.
