Hershey Gardens offers a variety of hands-on educational classes throughout the seasons. Led by Gardens staff and local experts, programs and classes are designed for students of all levels.
Winter Wreath Workshops
Friday, December 6 at 10 a.m. (SOLD OUT), Saturday, December 7 at 10 a.m. (SOLD OUT) and Sunday, December 8 at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. (SPOTS STILL AVAILABLE)
Celebrate winter by creating a beautiful and festive wreath, perfect for the holidays! Using fresh limbs, twigs and pods pruned from the Gardens, class participants will learn how to create a stunning, long-lasting 24-inch wreath for their door or table. All supplies and materials are provided.
Led by Hershey Gardens Horticultural and Education Programs Staff
Members: $55; Non-members: $65
Advance registration required here. Registration closes Saturday, 12/7 at 9 a.m.
Garden Gnome Winter Family Workshop
Saturday, December 7 at 2 p.m.
Create your own 3- to 4-foot garden gnome using fresh limbs and twigs pruned from the Gardens! All supplies and materials are provided; however, participants are encouraged to bring mittens, scarf and a hat to fashionably dress their gnome.
Led by Hershey Gardens Education Programs Staff
Members: $40; Non-members: $45
Price includes one garden gnome for up to two individuals. Additional guests are required to purchase a general admission ticket.
Advance registration required here. Registration closes Saturday, 12/7 at 9 a.m.
Winter Bird Watch at Hershey Gardens
Saturday, January 18, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Habitat & Feeding
Saturday, February 15, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Citizen Science & Identification with Quittapahilla Audubon Society (Great Backyard Bird Count)
Bring the whole family—and your binoculars—and learn to identify the various birds that call Hershey Gardens home during the winter. We’ll take you on a unique guided bird walk that will include information about how to support wildlife and build bird habitats. For the youngest birders, additional activities will be offered in the classroom. Dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes.
Included in admission; registration is required by calling 717.508.5968.
