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Gardens & Galleries: A Spring Day in Brooklyn

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

Join fellow Scott Associates for a delightful day exploring one of Brooklyn’s most beautiful cultural and green spaces. This enriching bus trip combines world-class gardens, inspiring art, and vibrant neighborhood […]

$165 – $205
Event Series Nature Nook Spring Session

Nature Nook: Spring Session

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

Calling all little nature explorers! Join Rachel Warren at Scott Arboretum & Gardens for mornings full of singing, stories, crafts, and dancing. Each session is seasonally themed around nature and […]

$50

Dogwood Doggie Day Out

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

Bring the pups to Scott Arboretum and Gardens’ inaugural Dogwood Doggie Day Out! This casual, drop-in event is for people and their leashed pets to explore the blooms of spring, […]

Free

Dog-Friendly Walking Tour

Scott Arboretum Offices 500 College Ave., Swarthmore, PA, United States

Bring your favorite leashed pup(s) for a dog-friendly walk led by our horticulture staff. This tour will feature blooming dogwoods, beautiful scenery, and a relaxed, leashed stroll perfect for enjoying […]

Free

Dahlias for Days: An Introductory Workshop

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

Explore the colorful world of dahlias in this hands-on workshop, perfect for new and seasoned growers alike. Ted Patterson, long-time Scott garden volunteer and dahlia enthusiast, believes there is a […]

$35 – $45
Event Series Nature Nook Spring Session

Nature Nook: Spring Session

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

Calling all little nature explorers! Join Rachel Warren at Scott Arboretum & Gardens for mornings full of singing, stories, crafts, and dancing. Each session is seasonally themed around nature and […]

$50

Spring Crum Woods Hike

Matchbox 500 College Ave, Swarthmore, PA

Experience the spring awakenings in the Crum Woods! Discover flowers, listen to the babbling creek, and take a deep breath as you enjoy a meditative moment in the woods. Our […]

Free

Accessible Green Roof Tour

McCabe Library 500 College Ave., Swarthmore, PA

Celebrate Earth Day with a tour of our earth-friendly green roofs. Learn about the inner workings, benefits, sustainability, and beauty of green roofs at Scott Arboretum & Gardens. This tour […]

Free

Arbor Day Celebration

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

Celebrate Arbor Day at Scott Arboretum & Gardens! Enjoy a tree-themed scavenger hunt, learn from expert arborists, participate in engaging tree activities, and explore the stunning spring gardens. Take home […]

Free

Arbor Day Tree Tour

Scott Arboretum Offices 500 College Ave., Swarthmore, PA, United States

To celebrate Arbor Day, join us for an enriching, in-person tree tour led by a member of our horticulture staff. This guided walk will immerse you in the diverse world […]

Free

Tree Peony Tour

Scott Arboretum Offices 500 College Ave., Swarthmore, PA, United States

One of our first collections after our founding in 1929 was tree peonies. These gorgeous flowers are a highlight every May. Enjoy the early evening ambiance while learning about the […]

Free

Virtual Lunchtime Tour: Spring Bulbs

Virtual Meeting

Take your lunch break virtually to explore the beauty of spring-blooming bulbs throughout the Arboretum & Gardens. Tune in on our YouTube channel.

Free