Programs for Kids, Teens & Families
"Discovery Saturdays was a lot of fun. My kids loved using binoculars to find different bird species."
The arboretum offers many programs for children ages 3 and up. Each takes advantage of our unique natural setting, whether it's examining animal adaptations in the woodland forest, facilitating seed germination in the Louise B. Roehm Greenhouse, or taking part in a physical activity on the Great Lawn. The Discovery Saturdays program is the perfect way for a busy family to escape a hectic weekday schedule and reconnect with each other and nature through hands-on learning.
Check the calendar for upcoming program listings.
Classes
Stop by the Stackhouse Education Center to create a unique card from recycled materials. On Valentine's Day, your card will warm the heart of a patient in a local hospital...
Monday, January 20 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
(for families with children ages 3 and up) Come celebrate the Chinese New Year as we create crafts, make a tasty snack, and enjoy stories commemorating the Year of the..
Thursday, January 23, 4:00 pm—5:30 pm
(for children ages 5 and up with an adult) February marks the beginning of maple sugaring season. Join us as we tap the Arboretum's maple trees in preparation for this..
Saturday, January 25, 10:00 am—11:30 am
(ages 3 to 5 with adult) Join us for our Winter session of Oaks and Acorns. Take nature walks, tell stories, and create a one-of-a-kind art project every week. This..
Wednesday, January 29 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
(for families with children ages 4 and up)Join us for a walk in the woods under the moonlight. On our easy stroll through the woodland trails, we will talk about..
Friday, February 8, 6:00 pm—7:00 pm
(ages 3 to 5 with adult) Join us for our Winter session of Oaks and Acorns. Take nature walks, tell stories, and create a one-of-a-kind art project every week. This..
Wednesday, February 12 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
(For children ages 5 to 10) Hey kids! Valentine's is a special time to spend with friends and share tasty treats. We'll make some treats, eat some, and of course..
Wednesday, February 12, 4:00 pm—5:30 pm
(for children ages 5-8)Blast off into outer space to learn about the wonders of our solar system! We'll explore the planets and stars and make new discoveries along the way...
Tuesday, February 18, 9:00 am—2:00 pm
(for families with children ages 4 and up)Join one of our environmental educators and take to the trails in search of animal signs! Investigate and track the animals that visit..
Saturday, February 22, 10:00 am—11:30 am
(ages 3 to 5 with adult) Join us for our Winter session of Oaks and Acorns. Take nature walks, tell stories, and create a one-of-a-kind art project every week. This..
Wednesday, February 26 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
(for families with children ages 5 and up)A collaborative program offered by Reeves-Reed Arboretum and Wild Birds Unlimited. Attracting birds is a great way to bring nature up close and..
Sunday, February 9 from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
