Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens is a living, growing, vibrant classroom for people of all ages. From seed propagation workshops to story time in the Children’s Garden, rhododendron lectures to botanical illustration, yoga practice to beekeeping demonstrations, there is always something new to learn, create, or experience at Jenkins!
Please contact programs@jenkinsarboretum.org with questions or for more information.
See a Plant, Draw a Plant
Try your hand at botanical illustration - beginners welcome! See a Plant, Draw a Plant: A Botanical Illustration Mini-Series for BeginnersWednesdays, December 1, 8, and 15 from 5:00 - 6:00 pmPresented by Carol Ashton-Hergenhan, Botanical Illustrator, Artist for the Jenkins Florilegium ProjectHave you ever tried to describe a flower to a friend but don’t have the words? Have you ever tried to draw a flower and think, “that doesn’t look anything like it!” Then this …
An Introduction to Mushrooms and Fungi
An introduction to the amazing world of mushrooms and fungi! Hamilton Fellow Lecture Series: An Introduction to Mushrooms and FungiThursday, December 3 from 7:00 – 8:30 pmPresented by Jake Summers, Hamilton Educational Fellow at Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens Have you ever spotted a mushroom growing in your garden and wondered where it came from? Have you wondered what the difference is between a mushroom and a fungus? Join Hamilton Fellow Jake Summers as he explores …
Holiday Greens Workshop
Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, DevonGet into the holiday spirit with by making a wreath with fresh greens! Holiday Greens Wreath WorkshopSaturday, December 5 (Inclement Weather Date: Sunday, December 6)Choose one of two time slots: 10 am – 12 noon OR 1 pm – 3 pmLed by Arboretum StaffThe holiday season is right around the corner and now is the perfect time to spruce up your front door with fresh greens from our garden. All materials will be provided, included …