Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens

Golf Cart Garden Tours
2024-05-15 11:00 - 11:45, 2024-05-22 11:00 - 11:45, 2024-05-29 11:00 - 11:45 (America/New_York) | Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens, 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, 19333, United States
Explore Jenkins in a new way with a golf cart tour!

Wednesday Walkabouts
2024-05-15 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-05-22 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-05-29 13:00 - 14:00 | Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens, 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, 19333, United States
Get outside and discover Jenkins with us!

Wild Philly: The Extraordinary Nature of Our Backyard
2024-05-16 19:00 - 20:30 | PA
Meet some of the region’s featured creatures and the places you can go to see the diversity of wildlife

THURSDAY, MAY 16
Wild Philly: The Extraordinary Nature of Our Backyard
7:00 – 8:30 PM
Mike Weilbacher, Naturalist, Environmental Educator, and Author of Wild Philly
America’s sixth largest city is home to an amazing abundance of surprising wildlife: the peregrine falcon, the fastest animal on earth; the coyote, a recent immigrant to Wild Philly; the beaver, once vanished and now making an astonishing comeback; and more. Meet some of the region’s featured creatures and the places you can go to see the diversity of wildlife. Learn the largest threats to nature and the ways you can help.
Free of charge | Virtual event (a Zoom link will be emailed to participants prior to lecture date)
This virtual lecture is a part of our Third Thursday Lecture series

Photo Walk
2024-05-18 09:00 - 11:00 | Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens, 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, 19333, United States
Join us to capture the season!

SATURDAY, MAY 18
Photo Walk
9:00 – 11:00 AM
Laura Ducceschi, Fine Art Photographer
Capture the season while learning about photography! An award-winning photographer will be your mentor and guide for a small group session. Stroll the gardens and photograph what inspires you while learning about light, background, and composition on the spot.
Participants can use any kind of camera—from smartphones to DSLRs. Be sure to have a fully charged battery and storage space to shoot freely.
Rain date: Sunday, May 19
Members: $20/walk | Non-Members: $30/walk
Photo Walks are scheduled for Saturdays, April 20, May 18, and June 15

Spring Blooms Annual Celebration
2024-05-18 18:00 - 21:00 | Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens, 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, 19333, United States
Spring Blooms Annual Celebration Celebrate our local pollinators and the emergence of spring by enjoying a roving dinner, garden games, lively music, a live auction, and other floral festivities. This annual gala supports the ongoing mission and work of Jenkins.

Mindful Yoga (6/3 – 6/24)
2024-06-03 18:00 - 19:15 | Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens, 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, 19333, United States
Take time out of your busy schedule to practice Mindful Yoga

Mindful Yoga
MONDAYS | 4-week series: 6/3 – 6/24
6:00 – 7:15 PM
Janet Muti, Yoga Instructor
In our busy and stressful lives, it is important to prioritize mental and physical wellbeing. Our Mindful Yoga practice will consist of gentle stretching and strengthening exercises done slowly with awareness of breath and sensations that arise as we move from pose to pose.
All levels welcome; modifications and variations will be offered. Participants must have yoga blocks and straps available to take advantage of the variety of modifications.
The location of Mindful Yoga classes will be determined before the start of each series—virtual and/or indoor in-person options.
Members: $48/4-week series
Non-Members: $68/4-week series

Golf Cart Garden Tours
2024-06-05 11:00 - 11:45, 2024-06-12 11:00 - 11:45, 2024-06-19 11:00 - 11:45, 2024-06-26 11:00 - 11:45 | Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens, 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, 19333, United States
Explore Jenkins in a new way with a golf cart tour!

WEDNESDAYS, APRIL 10 – JUNE 26
Golf Cart Garden Tours
11:00 – 11:45 AM
Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens Staff
Explore Jenkins in a new way! Golf cart tours are a great option for those who want to enjoy the beauty of the gardens while avoiding the challenges of our sloping terrain. This guided tour will feature seasonal garden highlights, a behind-the-scenes visit to the apiary and research nursery, and history of the property, including a drive-by view of the Jenkins and Browning Houses.
Tour topics and route will be the same each week. Limited spots available—only 5 people per tour.
Free of charge

Wednesday Walkabouts
2024-06-05 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-06-12 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-06-19 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-06-26 13:00 - 14:00 | Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens, 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, 19333, United States
Get outside and discover Jenkins with us!

WEDNESDAYS, APRIL 10 – JUNE 26
Wednesday Walkabouts
1:00 – 2:00 PM
Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens Staff
Join us on Wednesday afternoons this spring for walking tours through our beautiful gardens. Each week’s tour will have a different focus depending on the seasonal landscape and staff leader. Topics may include spring wildflowers, flowering trees, or our nationally accredited collections of rhododendrons, azaleas, and mountain laurels. Get outside and discover Jenkins with us!
Groups of more than four are requested to schedule private guided tours at other times
(contact tours@jenkinsarboretum.org)
Free of charge

Mindful Yoga (6/6 – 6/27)
2024-06-06 09:30 - 10:45 | PA
Take time out of your busy schedule to practice Mindful Yoga

Mindful Yoga
THURSDAYS | 4-week series: 6/6 – 6/27
9:30 – 10:45 AM
Janet Muti, Yoga Instructor
In our busy and stressful lives, it is important to prioritize mental and physical wellbeing. Our Mindful Yoga practice will consist of gentle stretching and strengthening exercises done slowly with awareness of breath and sensations that arise as we move from pose to pose.
All levels welcome; modifications and variations will be offered. Participants must have yoga blocks and straps available to take advantage of the variety of modifications.
Our Thursday Morning Mindful Yoga classes will be held virtually.
Members: $48/4-week series
Non-Members: $68/4-week series

Member Meander: Donald Pell Gardens
2024-06-13 17:00 - 18:30 | PA
Members at the Sustaining Level and above ($500+) are invited to join us for an exclusive Member Meander at Donald Pell Gardens, headquarters for the Phoenixville-based landscape design firm. Enjoy light refreshments and tours with Donald Pell as you take in his four-season native landscape.

Members must provide their own transportation; carpooling is encouraged. Meet at Donald Pell Gardens in Phoenixville. Wear sturdy footwear and be prepared for uneven terrain.

This event is free for members at the Sustaining Level and above ($500+). Tickets limited to two per membership.Email giving@jenkinsarboretum.org for link to register.

Photo Walk
2024-06-15 09:00 - 11:00 | Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens, 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, 19333, United States
Join us to capture the season!SATURDAY, JUNE 15 Photo Walk 9:00 – 11:00 AM Laura Ducceschi, Fine Art Photographer Capture the season while learning about photography! An award-winning photographer will be your mentor and guide for a small group session. Stroll the gardens and photograph what inspires you while learning about light, background, and composition on the spot. Participants can use any kind of camera—from smartphones to DSLRs. Be sure to have a fully charged battery and storage space to shoot freely. Rain date: Sunday, June 16 Members: $20/walk | Non-Members: $30/walk Photo Walks are scheduled for Saturdays, April 20, May 18, and June 15

Native Predatory Wasps: Their Role as Pollinators and Beneficial Insects
2024-06-20 19:00 - 20:30 | PA
Discover the amazing natural history and biology of native waspsTHURSDAY, JUNE 20 Native Predatory Wasps: Their Role as Pollinators and Beneficial Insects 7:00 – 8:30 PM Heather Holm, Pollinator Conservationist and Author Diverse, flower-rich landscapes provide critical habitat for predatory wasps to consume flower nectar and hunt for insects (and spiders) to feed their offspring. Discover the amazing natural history and biology of native wasps. Learn about their nesting habitat, prey specificity, and the ecosystem services—including pest insect population control and pollination—they provide. Free of charge | Virtual event (a Zoom link will be emailed to participants prior to lecture date) NOTE – this lecture will not be recorded; live Zoom option on 6/20 only This virtual lecture is a part of our Third Thursday Lecture series

Opening Reception: Seeking Art in Nature
2024-06-23 14:00 - 16:00 | Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens, 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, 19333, United States
Join us for the opening reception of Seeking Art in Nature: Photography by David Hucker on Sunday, June 23 from 2 – 4 PM. All are welcome; registration is not required.

Seeking Art in Nature explores the innate beauty of the natural world. This exhibition of photographs by David Hucker shines a spotlight on artful moments created by light, form, and color in the garden. Following a career as an arborist, David Hucker has taken his photography to a professional level with work displayed in shows and galleries throughout the region.

Arbo-READ-um Kick-Off
2024-07-01 00:00 - 23:59 | PA
Join Tredyffrin Public Library and Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens for our 4th annual Arbo-READ-um Community Read Events. During Arbo-READ-um, we provide opportunities to promote literacy and community conversations in Tredyffrin Township.July 1 through August 16, join us in reading Slow Birding: The Art and Science of Enjoying the Birds in Your Own Backyard by Joan E. Strassmann, Ph.D. This one-of-a-kind guide to birding locally encourages readers to slow down and notice the spectacular birds all around them. Strassmann tells colorful stories of the most common birds to be found in the United States—birds we often see but might not have considered deeply before.Begin logging your reading journey of Slow Birding starting July 1. Register on Tredyffrin Public Library’s Beanstack to enter to win a prize pack featuring bird-related goodies as well as a signed copy of the book.

Tai Chi (7/3 – 7/17)
2024-07-03 09:30 - 10:30 | Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens, 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, 19333, United States
Join us for a 3-week Tai Chi series

Tai Chi
WEDNESDAYS | 3-week series: 7/3 – 7/17
9:30 – 10:30 AM
Aimée Alegría Barry, Centaur Tai Chi
Tai Chi, a series of postures done slowly, promotes balance, flexibility, and strength. Learn the Tai Chi form, as well as the yin and yang principles that underlie this martial art. Tai Chi is known as a soft martial art because it emphasizes a calm mind and relaxed body. The beauty of Jenkins will create a peaceful backdrop for your practice.
All levels welcome. Classes will be held outdoors with an indoor option for inclement weather.
Members: $36/3-week series | Non-Members: $52/3-week series

Summer Wednesday Walkabouts
2024-07-03 10:00 - 11:00 | Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens, 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, 19333, United States
Get outside and discover Jenkins with us!
WEDNESDAYS, JULY 3 – AUGUST 28
Summer Wednesday Walkabouts
10:00 – 11:00 AM (note earlier time for summer!)
Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens Staff
Join us on Wednesdays this summer for walking tours through our glorious gardens. Each week will have a different focus depending on the staff leader and the seasonal landscape. Topics could include Jenkins’ history, summer wildflowers, pollinators, native trees, and much more. Get outside and discover Jenkins with us!
Large groups are requested to schedule private guided tours at other times (contact tours@jenkinsarboretum.org).
Free of charge

Golf Cart Garden Tours
2024-07-03 11:00 - 11:45 | Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens, 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, 19333, United States
Explore Jenkins in a new way with a golf cart tour!
WEDNESDAYS, JULY 3 – NOVEMBER 13
Golf Cart Garden Tours
11:00 – 11:45 AM
Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens Staff
Explore Jenkins in a new way! Golf cart tours are a great option for those who are not able to enjoy the beauty of the gardens due to the sloping terrain. This guided tour will feature seasonal garden highlights, a behind-the-scenes visit to the apiary and research nursery, and history of the property, including a drive-by view of the Jenkins and Browning Houses.
Tour topics and route will be the same each week. Limited spots available—only 5 people per tour.
Free of charge

Mindful Yoga (7/8 – 8/12)
2024-07-08 18:00 - 19:15 | Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens, 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, 19333, United States
Take time out of your busy schedule to practice Mindful Yoga

Mindful Yoga
MONDAYS | 6-week series: 7/8 – 8/12
6:00 – 7:15 PM
Janet Muti, Yoga Instructor
In our busy and stressful lives, it is important to prioritize mental and physical wellbeing. Our Mindful Yoga practice will consist of gentle stretching and strengthening exercises done slowly with awareness of breath and sensations that arise as we move from pose to pose.
All levels welcome; modifications and variations will be offered. Participants must have yoga blocks and straps available to take advantage of the variety of modifications.
The location of Monday Evening Mindful Yoga classes will be determined before the start of each series—virtual and/or indoor in-person options.
Members: $72/6-week series
Non-Members: $102/6-week series

Sidewalk Chalk Walks (All Ages)
2024-07-09 09:30 - 12:00 | Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens, 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, 19333, United States
Draw your way through Jenkins!

TUESDAY, JULY 9
Sidewalk Chalk Walks (All Ages)
9:30 AM–12:00 PM
Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens Staff
Draw your way through Jenkins! Use sidewalk chalk to create beautiful nature-related art from the John J. Willaman Education Center down the main path through the garden. Don’t miss these special mornings of family fun and endless doodling.
All ages welcome. Chalk will be provided—just bring your creativity! Please check in before starting. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Shine only.
Free of charge
Sidewalk Chalk Walks are scheduled for July 9, July16, July 23, July 30, Aug 6, and Aug 13

Summer Storytime (All Ages)
2024-07-09 10:00 - 10:30 | Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens, 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, 19333, United States
Join us for a nature-themed read aloud at Jenkins!

TUESDAY, JULY 9
Summer Storytime (All Ages)
10:00–10:30 AM
Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens Staff
Join us for a nature-themed read aloud in Jenkins’ very own secret garden—the Explorer Garden! Enjoy a morning out and learn something new while listening to engaging stories.
All ages welcome; most suitable for ages 3–6. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Free of charge
Summer Storytime will take place on July 9, July16, July 23, July 30, Aug 6, and Aug 13
