Manada Conservancy presents “For the Love of Groundcovers”
Ian Gardner of Green Gardner Designs will discuss the many benefits and options for planting native groundcovers in your home landscape. Some of the featured varieties will be available through the Manada Conservancy online native plant store, which is open through April 15, or at the in-person sale event on May 4. This program is free and...
Guided Walk
Join Dr. Ray Barbehenn, a biologist with an expertise in plant ecology, for an hour-long adventure through the gardens as you learn about plants and trees. Bring your curiosity! Included with admission, free for members.
Brownie “Bugs” Badge Workshop
Registration closes March 31 Earn your “Bugs” Brownie badge between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. at the Gardens. Price includes the cost of your “Bugs” badge as well as general admission to the Gardens and the indoor Butterfly Atrium. After registering online, present your ticket at the Scout information table to receive a checklist of...
Tunes in the Tulips
Saturday, April 13 and Saturday April 20 from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Enjoy local musician Ray Costanzo as plays his guitar and ukulele among the tulips! Hershey resident Ray Costanzo is a volunteer and member of Hershey Gardens. He began playing guitar in his teens and the ukulele a few years ago. Ray’s music...
Junior “Flowers” Badge Workshop
Registration closes March 31 Earn your “Flowers” Gardener badge by exploring the science and meaning of flowers! Price includes the cost of your “Flowers” badge. After registering online, present your ticket at the Scout information table to receive a checklist of activities to complete at our stations between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Your admission...
Spring Homeschool Day: Geoscience
Geology rocks! Explore the rock and mineral world during our spring homeschool day. Join a geoscientist from the PA Department of Conservation & Natural Resources for presentations at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. about the geology of Pennsylvania. Visit various stations to explore soil composition, fossils, limestone and different types of rocks as you journey...
Guided Walk
Join Dr. Ray Barbehenn, a biologist with an expertise in plant ecology, for an hour-long adventure through the gardens as you learn about plants and trees. Bring your curiosity! Included with admission, free for members.
Daisy “Eco-Learner” Badge Workshop
Registration closes April 7 Earn your “Eco-Learner” badge by learning different ways to protect the environment during our Earth Day celebration! Price includes the cost of your “Eco-Learner” badge. Your registration includes general admission to the Gardens, the Butterfly Atrium, and our Earth Day activities. After registering online, present your ticket at the Scout information...
Earth Day Celebration
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. View a selection of heritage breed farm animals in the Amphitheatre and join our teen volunteers as they lead drop-in activities to inspire young guests to take care of our planet. Learn about cover crops, vermiculture, composting, wildflowers and pollinators, and recycling! For an additional cost, enjoy ice cream from...
Tunes in the Tulips
Saturday, April 13 and Saturday April 20 from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Enjoy local musician Ray Costanzo as plays his guitar and ukulele among the tulips! Hershey resident Ray Costanzo is a volunteer and member of Hershey Gardens. He began playing guitar in his teens and the ukulele a few years ago. Ray’s music...
Arbor Day Celebration
Roving tour guides will be strolling the Gardens, sharing the history of Hershey Gardens and highlighting some of our favorite trees. Mini tours will be offered along the Arboretum trail. Included in admission; free for members.
Guided Walk
Join Dr. Ray Barbehenn, a biologist with an expertise in plant ecology, for an hour-long adventure through the gardens as you learn about plants and trees. Bring your curiosity! Included with admission, free for members.