Engage with Scott Arboretum

Engage with Scott Arboretum

  • Discover with the Scott Arboretum -The DISCOVER with the Scott Arboretum series is offered monthly to students, faculty, and staff.  Various free workshops are offered that teach techniques for making crafts from nature. Learn more.
  • Alveole and Beekeeping on campus -Please visit the Alveole Swarthmore website: https://myhive.alveole.buzz/swarthmore
  • The Dr. Is In -The “Plant Doctor is In” program offers virtual plant healthcare advice to the College community, primarily to students. The clinic style of the event allows attendees to ask questions and share concerns about their houseplants with a plant care expert. Learn more.
  • Art In Nature– This annual contest is offered to all fulltime Swarthmore students to submit their unpublished art.  The Scott Arboretum partners with the Swarthmore Art Department and the Office of Student Engagement to hold this contest encouraging: The artwork that best captures the spirit and essence of Scott Arboretum and Swarthmore’s natural surroundings, including the gardens or Crum Woods. Learn more.
  • Crum Woods  – The Crum Woods Stewardship Committee (CWSC) supports and promotes the ecologically sound restoration of our campus woods.  Biannual large scale planting and maintenance events are held in support of our woods. For more information on the CWSC, click here.
  • Guided Walks– The Crum Woods continues to be a sought out destination on our campus for healthful activities.  Monthly lunchtime guided walks are offered to all members of the community.  Learn more.