Monday, August 19 : 9 AM - 12 pm
Monday, August 19 : 9 AM - 12 pm
Monday, August 19 : 9 AM - 3 :30pm
Monday, August 19 : 9 :30AM - 4 :30pm
Monday, August 19 : 1 PM - 3 pm
Tuesday, August 20 : 9 AM - 10 :45am
Tuesday, August 20 : 9 AM - 12 pm
Tuesday, August 20 : 9 AM - 3 :30pm
Tuesday, August 20 : 9 :30AM - 11 am
Tuesday, August 20 : 9 :30AM - 4 :30pm
Tuesday, August 20 : 1 PM - 3 pm
Tuesday, August 20 : 2 PM - 3 pm
Upcoming Events
“Branching Out!” Garden Stewards
Mondays and Wednesdays, July 1 through August 21 “Branching Out!” Garden StewardsAges 12 - 14.Enjoy the outdoors...
“Branching Out!”
Mondays and Wednesdays, July 1 through August 21 “Branching Out!”Ages 5 - 8.Plant your own garden in...
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt
Thursday, August 1 through Saturday, August 31 Family Photo Scavenger HuntBring your camera...
Gallery Exhibit: My World of Color
Thursday, August 1 through Saturday, August 31 Gallery Exhibit: My World of ColorEnjoy...
Munchy Mondays
Mondays, July 1 through August 19 Munchy MondaysAges 12 - 14.Calling all junior cooks! Join this eight-week trowel to...
Tiny Tot Tuesdays
July 9 through July 30 Tiny Tot TuesdaysAges 4 & Under.Enjoy exclusive use of Sunrise Lake with your...
“Branching Out!”
Tuesdays and Thursdays, July 2 through August 22 “Branching Out!”Ages 9 - 12.Learn the art of gardening...
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt
Thursday, August 1 through Saturday, August 31 Family Photo Scavenger HuntBring your camera...
Baby and Me Hike
Tuesday, August 20 Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack and explore one of many...
Gallery Exhibit: My World of Color
Thursday, August 1 through Saturday, August 31 Gallery Exhibit: My World of ColorEnjoy...
Arboretum Inspiration
Tuesdays, July 2 through August 20 Arboretum InspirationAges 8 - 12.Explore different artistic styles using the beauty of the...
Terrific Turtles Walk
Tuesday, August 20 Terrific Turtles WalkAll Ages with an Adult. Take a short hike learning about and...
“Branching Out!” Garden Stewards
Mondays and Wednesdays, July 1 through August 21 “Branching Out!” Garden StewardsAges 12 - 14.Enjoy the outdoors...
“Branching Out!”
Mondays and Wednesdays, July 1 through August 21 “Branching Out!”Ages 5 - 8.Plant your own garden in...
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt
Thursday, August 1 through Saturday, August 31 Family Photo Scavenger HuntBring your camera...
Gallery Exhibit: My World of Color
Thursday, August 1 through Saturday, August 31 Gallery Exhibit: My World of ColorEnjoy...
Create By Nature
Wednesdays, July 3 through August 21 Create By NatureAges 5 - 8.Using a variety of materials and media, create...
Experiments in the Attic: Science Afternoons
Wednesday, August 21 Experiments in the Attic: Science AfternoonsAge 7 & Up. Follow in Alfred Vail’s...
“Branching Out!”
Tuesdays and Thursdays, July 2 through August 22 “Branching Out!”Ages 9 - 12.Learn the art of gardening...
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt
Thursday, August 1 through Saturday, August 31 Family Photo Scavenger HuntBring your camera...
Gallery Exhibit: My World of Color
Thursday, August 1 through Saturday, August 31 Gallery Exhibit: My World of ColorEnjoy...
Peach Muffin Baking
Thursday, August 22 Peach Muffin BakingMake delicious peach muffins using Cooper Gristmill-ground flour. While the muffins are...
Peach Muffin Baking
Thursday, August 22 Peach Muffin BakingMake delicious peach muffins using Cooper Gristmill-ground flour. While the muffins are...
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt
Thursday, August 1 through Saturday, August 31 Family Photo Scavenger HuntBring your camera...
Gallery Exhibit: My World of Color
Thursday, August 1 through Saturday, August 31 Gallery Exhibit: My World of ColorEnjoy...
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt
Thursday, August 1 through Saturday, August 31 Family Photo Scavenger HuntBring your camera...
Gallery Exhibit: My World of Color
Thursday, August 1 through Saturday, August 31 Gallery Exhibit: My World of ColorEnjoy...
Little Farm Friends: This Little Piggy
Saturday, August 24 Little Farm Friends: This Little PiggyAges 3 - 5 with Adult. Help a farmer round up...
Industrial Crafts Day
Saturday, August 24 Industrial Crafts DayDiscover early industrial crafts with exciting hands-on activities and demonstrations by a...
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt
Thursday, August 1 through Saturday, August 31 Family Photo Scavenger HuntBring your camera...
Gallery Exhibit: My World of Color
Thursday, August 1 through Saturday, August 31 Gallery Exhibit: My World of ColorEnjoy...
‘Limestone’ Quarry Hike
Sunday, August 25 ‘Limestone’ Quarry HikeAges 7 & Up. Join a hike to the ‘limestone...
Dig Spuds!
Sunday, August 25 Dig Spuds! Dig those potatoes that were planted this spring....
Hidden Heroes of Science: Alfred Vail
Sunday, August 25 Hidden Heroes of Science: Alfred VailEnjoy this talk about one of the hidden heroes...
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt
Thursday, August 1 through Saturday, August 31 Family Photo Scavenger HuntBring your camera...
Gallery Exhibit: My World of Color
Thursday, August 1 through Saturday, August 31 Gallery Exhibit: My World of ColorEnjoy...
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt
Thursday, August 1 through Saturday, August 31 Family Photo Scavenger HuntBring your camera...
Baby and Me Hike
Tuesday, August 27 Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack and explore one of many...
Gallery Exhibit: My World of Color
Thursday, August 1 through Saturday, August 31 Gallery Exhibit: My World of ColorEnjoy...
Check in on Nature
Tuesday, August 27 Check in on NatureAges 5 & Up. Hit the trails with your copy of the...
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt
Thursday, August 1 through Saturday, August 31 Family Photo Scavenger HuntBring your camera...
Gallery Exhibit: My World of Color
Thursday, August 1 through Saturday, August 31 Gallery Exhibit: My World of ColorEnjoy...
Hike-a-delic Day
Wednesday, August 28 Hike-a-delic DayAges 7 - 12. Wear your brightest colors and hike along the colorful trails. Games...
Slithering Snakes
Wednesday, August 28 Slithering SnakesAll Ages. Summer is a great time to search for snakes along the...
Experiments in the Attic: Science Afternoons
Wednesday, August 28 Experiments in the Attic: Science AfternoonsAge 7 & Up. Follow in Alfred Vail’s...
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt
Thursday, August 1 through Saturday, August 31 Family Photo Scavenger HuntBring your camera...
Gallery Exhibit: My World of Color
Thursday, August 1 through Saturday, August 31 Gallery Exhibit: My World of ColorEnjoy...
Creepy Crawlies
Thursday, August 29 Creepy CrawliesAges 7 & Up. Learn the differences between insects and spiders. Head outside to...
Nature Detectives
Thursday, August 29 Nature DetectivesAges 7 - 11. Use your detective skills to look for signs animals leave behind....
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt
Thursday, August 1 through Saturday, August 31 Family Photo Scavenger HuntBring your camera...
Gallery Exhibit: My World of Color
Thursday, August 1 through Saturday, August 31 Gallery Exhibit: My World of ColorEnjoy...
Stream Study
Friday, August 30 Stream StudyAges 10 - 14. Learn about the stream and spend time looking for some of...
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt
Thursday, August 1 through Saturday, August 31 Family Photo Scavenger HuntBring your camera...
Gallery Exhibit: My World of Color
Thursday, August 1 through Saturday, August 31 Gallery Exhibit: My World of ColorEnjoy...
Meet the Servants at The Willows!
Saturday, August 31 Meet the Servants at The Willows! During a special hands-on guided tour,...
Meet the Servants at The Willows!
Saturday, August 31 Meet the Servants at The Willows! During a special hands-on guided tour,...
Granary & Ensilage Pits
Saturday, August 31 Granary & Ensilage PitsDiscover how the Granary building and Ensilage Pits were used on...
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt
Sunday, September 1 through Monday, September 30 Family Photo Scavenger HuntBring your camera or phone for this month...
Gallery Exhibit: Photography and Pastels of Nature and Travel
Sunday, September 1 through Monday, September 30 Gallery Exhibit: Photography and Pastels of Nature and TravelEnjoy beauty in...
100 Steps Climb
Sunday, September 1 100 Steps ClimbAges 7 & Up. On this holiday weekend, ‘labor’ up the 100 Steps...
Hands on Tools!
Sunday, September 1 Hands on Tools!Peruse and use a variety of hand tools and equipment that were...
Hands on Tools!
Sunday, September 1 Hands on Tools!Peruse and use a variety of hand tools and equipment that were...
First Sunday Tour of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum
Sunday, September 1 First Sunday Tour of The Frelinghuysen ArboretumTour the grounds, learn the site’s...
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt
Sunday, September 1 through Monday, September 30 Family Photo Scavenger HuntBring your camera or phone for this month...
Gallery Exhibit: Photography and Pastels of Nature and Travel
Sunday, September 1 through Monday, September 30 Gallery Exhibit: Photography and Pastels of Nature and TravelEnjoy beauty in...
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt
Sunday, September 1 through Monday, September 30 Family Photo Scavenger HuntBring your camera or phone for this month...
Gallery Exhibit: Photography and Pastels of Nature and Travel
Sunday, September 1 through Monday, September 30 Gallery Exhibit: Photography and Pastels of Nature and TravelEnjoy beauty in...
Baby and Me Hike
Tuesday, September 3 Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack and explore one of many...
Pyramid Mountaineers
Tuesday, September 3 Pyramid MountaineersSeniors. Enjoy a moderate hike on a variety of trails throughout Pyramid and...
Back to School, Back to Nature
Tuesday, September 3 Back to School, Back to NatureAll Ages with an Adult. Get those first day...
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt
Sunday, September 1 through Monday, September 30 Family Photo Scavenger HuntBring your camera or phone for this month...
Gallery Exhibit: Photography and Pastels of Nature and Travel
Sunday, September 1 through Monday, September 30 Gallery Exhibit: Photography and Pastels of Nature and TravelEnjoy beauty in...
Late Summer Exploration
Wednesday, September 4 Late Summer ExplorationAges 2 - 5 with an Adult. Are you dropping off an older sibling...
Flat Water Canoe Skills & Evening Paddle
Wednesday, September 4 Flat Water Canoe Skills & Evening PaddleAges 12 & Up. Learn canoe strokes, equipment,...
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt
Sunday, September 1 through Monday, September 30 Family Photo Scavenger HuntBring your camera or phone for this month...
Gallery Exhibit: Photography and Pastels of Nature and Travel
Sunday, September 1 through Monday, September 30 Gallery Exhibit: Photography and Pastels of Nature and TravelEnjoy beauty in...
Fall Asters Walk
Thursday, September 5 Fall Asters WalkAges 12 & Up. Learn to identify the late-blooming wildflowers. Program includes indoor...
Home School Day: NEW! Experimental Baking: Cornbread
Thursday, September 5 Home School Day: NEW! Experimental Baking: CornbreadDo you love all things corn-y? Join the...
Swampy Critter Crochet
Thursday, September 5 Swampy Critter CrochetAdults. Enjoy an intimate crochet session with a Naturalist while learning to...
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt
Sunday, September 1 through Monday, September 30 Family Photo Scavenger HuntBring your camera or phone for this month...
Gallery Exhibit: Photography and Pastels of Nature and Travel
Sunday, September 1 through Monday, September 30 Gallery Exhibit: Photography and Pastels of Nature and TravelEnjoy beauty in...
Art in the Making: Watercolor Masterclass
Friday, September 6 Art in the Making: Watercolor MasterclassAge 12 & Up. Become acquainted with Fosterfields’ watercolor...
D-I-Friday
Friday, September 6 D-I-FridayGet your STEAM on at this craft and maker program.Time: 3 p.m. - 5...
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt
Sunday, September 1 through Monday, September 30 Family Photo Scavenger HuntBring your camera or phone for this month...
Gallery Exhibit: Photography and Pastels of Nature and Travel
Sunday, September 1 through Monday, September 30 Gallery Exhibit: Photography and Pastels of Nature and TravelEnjoy beauty in...
Little Farm Friends: It’s a Bird’s World
Saturday, September 7 Little Farm Friends: It’s a Bird’s WorldAges 3 - 5 with Adult....
Reading 19th Century American
Saturday, September 7 Reading 19th Century AmericanWhat’s hiding in hand-written historical documents? Discover the ways...
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt
Sunday, September 1 through Monday, September 30 Family Photo Scavenger HuntBring your camera or phone for this month...
Gallery Exhibit: Photography and Pastels of Nature and Travel
Sunday, September 1 through Monday, September 30 Gallery Exhibit: Photography and Pastels of Nature and TravelEnjoy beauty in...
Reservoir Ramble - Moderate
Sunday, September 8 Reservoir Ramble - ModerateAges 10 & Up. Hike the Pyramid Mountain ridgeline, pass the famous...
Trail Treasure Hunt
Sunday, September 8 Trail Treasure HuntAll Ages with an Adult. Calling all treasure hunters. Enjoy a seasonal...
Who Cut the Wood?
Sunday, September 8 Who Cut the Wood?Watch or participate in the cutting of wood for use around...
Second Sunday Tour of The Willowwood Arboretum
Sunday, September 8 Second Sunday Tour of The Willowwood ArboretumTour this beautiful Arboretum, learn it’s...
Fake it ‘til You Make It: Celebrating the Highs and Lows of the SS Savannah
Sunday, September 8 Fake it ‘til You Make It: Celebrating the Highs and Lows of the SS...
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt
Sunday, September 1 through Monday, September 30 Family Photo Scavenger HuntBring your camera or phone for this month...
Gallery Exhibit: Photography and Pastels of Nature and Travel
Sunday, September 1 through Monday, September 30 Gallery Exhibit: Photography and Pastels of Nature and TravelEnjoy beauty in...
Nature Tots & Tykes: Fabulous Dragonflies.
Monday, September 9 Nature Tots & Tykes: Fabulous Dragonflies.Ages 2 - 5 with an Adult. Learn about these fascinating...
Awesome Animal Artists
Monday, September 9 Awesome Animal ArtistsAges 5 - 9. Budding young artists learn about a new native NJ animal...
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt
Sunday, September 1 through Monday, September 30 Family Photo Scavenger HuntBring your camera or phone for this month...
Gallery Exhibit: Photography and Pastels of Nature and Travel
Sunday, September 1 through Monday, September 30 Gallery Exhibit: Photography and Pastels of Nature and TravelEnjoy beauty in...
Baby and Me Hike
Tuesday, September 10 Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack and explore one of many...
Beautiful Butterflies
Tuesday, September 10 Beautiful ButterfliesAges 3 - 5 with an Adult. Learn about the butterflies flying through the swamp,...
Nature Tots & Tykes: Fabulous Dragonflies.
Tuesday, September 10 Nature Tots & Tykes: Fabulous Dragonflies.Ages 2 - 5 with an Adult. Learn about these fascinating...
Mountain Critter Crochet
Tuesday, September 10 Mountain Critter CrochetAdults. Enjoy an intimate crochet session with a Naturalist while learning to...
Wayward Warblers
Wednesday, September 11 Wayward WarblersSongbirds are on their way south for the winter, and September is a...
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt
Sunday, September 1 through Monday, September 30 Family Photo Scavenger HuntBring your camera or phone for this month...
Gallery Exhibit: Photography and Pastels of Nature and Travel
Sunday, September 1 through Monday, September 30 Gallery Exhibit: Photography and Pastels of Nature and TravelEnjoy beauty in...
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt
Sunday, September 1 through Monday, September 30 Family Photo Scavenger HuntBring your camera or phone for this month...
Gallery Exhibit: Photography and Pastels of Nature and Travel
Sunday, September 1 through Monday, September 30 Gallery Exhibit: Photography and Pastels of Nature and TravelEnjoy beauty in...
Home School Day: A Picture’s Worth-Portraits.
Thursday, September 12 Home School Day: A Picture’s Worth-Portraits.While they are also appreciated as fine...
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt
Sunday, September 1 through Monday, September 30 Family Photo Scavenger HuntBring your camera or phone for this month...
Gallery Exhibit: Photography and Pastels of Nature and Travel
Sunday, September 1 through Monday, September 30 Gallery Exhibit: Photography and Pastels of Nature and TravelEnjoy beauty in...
D-I-Friday
Friday, September 13 D-I-FridayGet your STEAM on at this craft and maker program. Time: 3 p.m....
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt
Sunday, September 1 through Monday, September 30 Family Photo Scavenger HuntBring your camera or phone for this month...
Gallery Exhibit: Photography and Pastels of Nature and Travel
Sunday, September 1 through Monday, September 30 Gallery Exhibit: Photography and Pastels of Nature and TravelEnjoy beauty in...
National Milling Day
Saturday, September 14 National Milling DayCelebrate Oliver Evans’ 264th birthday, a famous 1780s inventor. Evans created...
Butterfly Bonanza.
Saturday, September 14 Butterfly Bonanza.All Ages. Discover New Jersey’s fabulous butterflies and other pollinators, and...
Speedwell Goes…to WAR! (1850’s & 1860’s)
Saturday, September 14 Speedwell Goes…to WAR! (1850’s & 1860’s)Explore the hidden histories of...
Forest Bathing
Saturday, September 14 Forest BathingThe Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku, which translates as ‘forest bathing’...
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt
Sunday, September 1 through Monday, September 30 Family Photo Scavenger HuntBring your camera or phone for this month...
Gallery Exhibit: Photography and Pastels of Nature and Travel
Sunday, September 1 through Monday, September 30 Gallery Exhibit: Photography and Pastels of Nature and TravelEnjoy beauty in...
Expressions of Nature
Sunday, September 15 Expressions of NatureStroll through the gardens and meet local artists recreating the beautiful scenery...
Fosterfields Fall Harvest Fest
Sunday, September 15 Fosterfields Fall Harvest FestBring the entire family to a one-of-a-kind fall festival with farm...
Third Sunday Tour of Bamboo Brook
Sunday, September 15 Third Sunday Tour of Bamboo BrookTour this beautiful garden, learn its history, and enjoy...
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt
Sunday, September 1 through Monday, September 30 Family Photo Scavenger HuntBring your camera or phone for this month...
Gallery Exhibit: Photography and Pastels of Nature and Travel
Sunday, September 1 through Monday, September 30 Gallery Exhibit: Photography and Pastels of Nature and TravelEnjoy beauty in...
Yoga for Nature Kids
Monday, September 16 Yoga for Nature KidsAges 2 - 6 with an Adult. In this indoor/outdoor program, learn...
Wild Animal Experts
Monday, September 16 Wild Animal ExpertsAll Ages with an Adult. Become a wildlife expert by learning facts...
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt
Sunday, September 1 through Monday, September 30 Family Photo Scavenger HuntBring your camera or phone for this month...
Gallery Exhibit: Photography and Pastels of Nature and Travel
Sunday, September 1 through Monday, September 30 Gallery Exhibit: Photography and Pastels of Nature and TravelEnjoy beauty in...
Baby and Me Hike
Tuesday, September 17 Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack and explore one of many...
Pyramid Mountain 101
Tuesday, September 17 Pyramid Mountain 101Ages 18 & Up. Take a hike and learn the history of Pyramid Mountain...
Fly by Night: Bat Presentation and Evening Walk
Tuesday, September 17 Fly by Night: Bat Presentation and Evening WalkAges 8 & Up. Join us for an...
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt
Sunday, September 1 through Monday, September 30 Family Photo Scavenger HuntBring your camera or phone for this month...
Gallery Exhibit: Photography and Pastels of Nature and Travel
Sunday, September 1 through Monday, September 30 Gallery Exhibit: Photography and Pastels of Nature and TravelEnjoy beauty in...
Nature’s Little Explorers
Wednesdays, September 18 through October 23 Nature’s Little ExplorersAges 2 & 3 with an Adult....
Sprouts: Butterfly Garden
Wednesday, September 18 Sprouts: Butterfly GardenAges 2 - 4 with an Adult. Learn the plants that butterflies like best....
Willows Wednesdays: Unconventional Woman
Wednesday, September 18 Willows Wednesdays: Unconventional WomanLearn about Caroline Foster and her unconventional friends through the lens...
Sprouts: Butterfly Garden
Wednesday, September 18 Sprouts: Butterfly GardenAges 2 - 4 with an Adult. Learn the plants that butterflies like best....
Home School Adventures: Honeybee Wonders
Wednesday, September 18 Home School Adventures: Honeybee WondersAges 5 & Up. Experience the life cycle of a honey...
Puddle Jumpers
Wednesdays, September 18 through October 23 Puddle JumpersAges 4 & 5 with an Adult. Explore the trails and learn about...
Willows Wednesdays: Unconventional Woman
Wednesday, September 18 Willows Wednesdays: Unconventional WomanLearn about Caroline Foster and her unconventional friends through the lens...
Awesome Animal Artists
Wednesday, September 18 Awesome Animal ArtistsAges 5 - 9. Budding young artists learn about a new native NJ animal...
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt
Sunday, September 1 through Monday, September 30 Family Photo Scavenger HuntBring your camera or phone for this month...
Gallery Exhibit: Photography and Pastels of Nature and Travel
Sunday, September 1 through Monday, September 30 Gallery Exhibit: Photography and Pastels of Nature and TravelEnjoy beauty in...
Nature’s Little Explorers
Thursdays, September 19 through October 24 Nature’s Little ExplorersAges 2 & 3 with an Adult. Discover the wonders...
Puddle Jumpers
Thursdays, September 19 through October 24 Puddle JumpersAges 4 & 5 with an Adult. Explore the trails and learn about...
Home School Day: Harvest at Fosterfields
Thursday, September 19 Home School Day: Harvest at FosterfieldsAge 7 & Up. Harvest produce that has been growing...
End of Summer Exploration
Thursday, September 19 End of Summer ExplorationAges 3 - 5 with an Adult. As summer winds down, take a...
Flower Power: Kids Centerpiece Class
Thursday, September 19 Flower Power: Kids Centerpiece ClassAges 8 - 12. Learn the correct way to cut and arrange...
Make & Take: Fall Container Garden
Thursday, September 19 Make & Take: Fall Container GardenAdults. Create a container garden with the rich abundant...
What is Forest Management and Why is it Needed?
Thursday, September 19 What is Forest Management and Why is it Needed?The Frelinghuysen Arboretum is pleased to...