We're Composting!

Our 'Sort It Out' Waste Station with Java Compost at Maple Sugaring Fest.

Click on program titles for more information and to register.

Registration is required unless otherwise noted.

**DAFFODIL DAY! **

COME CELEBRATE SPRING!

SUNDAY, APRIL 16, 11 AM - 3 PM

Daffodil Day is a decades-old tradition in Summit when visitors to the Arboretum have an opportunity to enjoy one of the largest daffodil collections in New Jersey – over 50,000 bulbs in bloom in the Arboretum's glacially carved Daffodil Bowl!


The day’s activities include spring-themed games and crafts, a story trail, music, entertainment, food, market vendors, our current art exhibit, and of course, the Green Goats will be here!



Member Registration is open; Non-Member registration begins Tuesday, March 21 at 9 am. Click here.

Adult Programs

TOMORROW NIGHT...JOIN US!

Empowerment Through the Art + Science of Horticultural Therapy Wednesday, March 15, 6:30 pm (onsite + virtual)

Join John Beirne, Curatorial Director of Horticulture, for a presentation on using Therapeutic Horticulture as a recovery tool and modality to help people achieve wellness.

NEW DATE! Garden Designs for the Birds and Biodiversity

Wednesday, March 29, 2 - 4 pm

Join Reeves-Reed Arboretum Lead Horticulturist Laura Gilkey to explore planting design ideas and methodologies that encourage biodiversity.

Square Foot Gardening 101: Grow Your Own Groceries

Thursday, March 30, 6:30 pm (virtual)

Learn a simple and efficient method of gardening that will have you growing all the fresh vegetables, herbs, and edible flowers you want, with less effort and the most efficient use of space and time. 

The Secret Tea Room

Make your reservations today. Dates are available now through June 2023.


Cream Tea: Every Wednesday now through June 28 (except 3/22)

Afternoon Tea: 3/19, 4/22, 5/7, 5/14, 6/18

Evening Teas: St. Patrick's Day 3/17; Spring Fling 4/21; Mother's Day 5/12



FAMILY TEA TIME! Please note, families with children ages 6+ are welcome at the 2 pm seatings on Saturdays and Sundays. Make family time extra special with Afternoon Tea!

Full Moon Hike

Wednesday, April 5, 7 - 7:30 pm

Enjoy a relaxing moonlit stroll through the woodland trails and take in the beauty and peace of the Arboretum at night as we learn about this month’s full moon.

Forest Bathing

Saturday, April 8 and Sundays, May 14 and June 11, 9:30 am - 12 pm

Spending time in nature is good for your mind, body, and spirit. Join Forest Bathing Guide Rich Collins on this slow meditative nature walk, immersing yourself in the Arboretum's surroundings while utilizing all of your senses.

JUST ADDED! Notable Garden Speaker: Dr. Thomas Molnar

Dogwoods and Hazelnuts: Going Nuts Breeding Trees

Thursday, April 20, 6:30 - 8 pm (onsite and virtual)

Dr. Molnar will talk about the more than 50-year history of the woody ornamental breeding program at Rutgers University, with a special focus on dogwoods.

ONLY 4 SPOTS LEFT! Goat Yoga (adults and teens ages 14+)

Saturday, April 22, 10 am

Come for a beginner-friendly morning of yoga and goat fun! Bring your own yoga mat and water bottle, and enjoy this unique experience.

Sunday Night Jazz with Cyrille Aimée & Mathis Picard

Sunday, April 23, 7 pm

Reeves-Reed Arboretum is excited to welcome back Grammy-nominated artist Cyrille Aimée with pianist Mathis Picard! The duo promises a “sneak peek” of their upcoming new album and a dazzling performance highlighting Aimée's intoxicating charm, storytelling, and improvisation. 

JUST ADDED! Sound Healing

Friday, April 28, 6 - 7 pm - Crystal Singing Bowls

Friday, May 5, 6 - 7 pm - Full Moon Sound Healing

Thursday, May 18, 6 - 7 pm - New Moon Sound Healing

Join Tracy Hart for breathing exercises, guided meditation, and crystal singing bowls – all of which promote deep relaxation and healing of the mind and body. 

Powerful and Sustainable Gardening Practices

Saturday, May 6, 2 - 3:30 pm

Join Reeves-Reed Arboretum Lead Horticulturist Laura Gilkey to discuss gardening practices that encourage biodiversity through habitat promotion and ecosystem health. Bring your gardening gloves!

Children & Family Programs

TOMORROW! Celebrate Norooz (Nowruz: Persian New Year)

Wednesday, March 15, 4 - 5 pm (ages 5 - 10)

A joyful and vibrant holiday that begins on the vernal equinox and celebrates spring, fresh beginnings, and connections between people and nature!

Spring Break Mini-Camps Registration is open! (ages 5-10)

Monday, April 3, 9 am - 12 pm - Bold Arts: Dance & Nature

Wednesday, April 5, 9 am - 12 pm - Rainforest Retreat

Thursday, April 6, 9 am - 12 pm - Fly Me to the Moon

Add some fun to your spring break from school right here at the Arboretum!

JUST ADDED! Let's Get Growing! (ages 5-10)

Saturdays, 9:30 - 11 am

April 15 - Buried Treasures

May 6 - Buckets, Bags, Boxes, and Boots 

Hands-on interactive DIY gardening workshops. A different topic each month.

WEEKLY CLASSES

Oaks & Acorns - Wednesdays, 1 - 2 pm (children ages 3-5 w/an adult)

3/29 Bears, 4/5 Fox, 4/12 Frogs, 4/19 Owls, 4/26 Skunks, 5/3 Raccoons, 5/10 Opossums, 5/17 Porcupines

Wonder, respect, and love for the natural world will get a great start in this engaging weekly class featuring nature hikes, storytime, and art projects.

Arboretum Afternoons - Thursdays, 4 - 5 pm (children ages 5-8)

3/16 Cool Chlorophyll, 3/30 Secrets of the Soil,

4/6 Egg-stravaganza, 4/13 Sound Waves, 4/20 All About Earth (Earth Day),

4/27 Tremendous Trees, 5/4 Mini Beasts, 5/11 Color and Light,

5/18 Creature Communication

Nature-themed stories, hikes, games, experiments, and one-of-a-kind art projects are all part of the fun in this after-school drop-off program.

Discovery Weekends is Back! (families with children ages 3+)

Saturdays & Sundays, 9 am - 3 pm; Beginning March 11 through May 21

Drop by the Stackhouse Education Center for this self-guided program. Grab an interactive activity guide and magnifying glass, and head out to see what wonders big and small await on the grounds of the Arboretum. 

Education Center Browsing Library is Open!

Tuesday - Friday, 10 am - 2 pm; Saturday and Sunday 9 am - 3 pm

Join us after your hike to browse our books, color, or work on a puzzle. The library is open during the above-listed hours except during a program or private event.

** Summer Camp Registration **

It's Time to Register for Summer Camp!

Member and Non-Member registrations are open.

Secure your summer camp spots today.


SPECIAL NOTE: Please make sure your membership is up to date! You must have a family-level membership or above to receive the member discount. Also, be sure to double-check the age and grade level of the camp(s) before registering.

Art Exhibition

IMAGINATURE: Children's Book Art

Show runs February 7 - May 14, 2023

Enjoy colorful illustrations, woodcuts, and paintings by award-winning children's book artists Margaret Peot and Giselle Potter.


The Wisner House Gallery is open Tuesday - Sunday, 10 am - 4 pm unless closed for a private event. Please check gallery hours here before visiting.

Volunteer & Employment Opportunities

Registration is required for all volunteer opportunities. Click on the titles below for more information. For questions or to register, email Trish Cassin here.

VOLUNTEER

Helping Hands Needed for Daffodil Day! (ages 14+, 12-13 w/adult)

Sunday, April 16

Shifts available: 10:30 am -1 pm, 1- 3:30 pm, and 10:30 am - 3:30 pm

Assist with demonstrations, crafts, and activities at this fun outdoor festival!


NEW! Become a Garden Docent!

Take our Prospective Garden Docent Tour (adults)

Saturday, April 15, 10:30 - 11:30 am or Monday, April 17, 1:30 - 2:30 pm

Learn more about our Garden Docent program by attending a free introductory garden tour. No experience is necessary and training will be provided. 


Summer Camp Jr. Counselors (ages 14+)

June 12 - August 25, Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 1:30 pm

Ideal candidates are personable, energetic, reliable, and have an appreciation of nature and experience with children. Must be available for a minimum of 4 weeks during the summer camp weeks. (There is no camp the weeks of 6/26 and 7/3.)



Woodland Restoration (ages 18+)

Fridays, 9:30 am - 12:30 pm

Help restore existing trails, plant native trees, remove invasives, and more! 


Ground Force (ages 14+, 12-13 w/an adult)

Thursdays and Saturdays, 1:30 - 3:30 pm

Join our staff outdoors to maintain and enhance the beauty of our grounds.

NEW! Development Associate (part-time)

This position will support the implementation and coordination of all fundraising initiatives. Bachelor's degree required. For details about the position, skills, and experience required, please click here and scroll down to careers / part-time positions.

Other News

SAVE THESE DATES!


5/12 - 5/14 - ANNUAL PLANT SALE!

For details and to place pre-orders click here.


6/10 - ART IN THE GARDEN GALA FUNDRAISER


BE AN ART IN THE GARDEN SPONSOR!

Is your company or organization interested in supporting environmental education? Would they like to be a sponsor of our upcoming ART in the Garden fundraiser? We have several sponsorship levels available! Please contact Executive Director, Jackie Kondel, for more information. Email here or call (908) 273-8787 X1515.

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WE ARE HERE FOR YOU!

Come take a break and spend some time outdoors.

Nature can be healing for your mind, body, and soul.

Reeves-Reed Arboretum

165 Hobart Avenue

Summit, NJ 07901

(908) 273-8787

reeves-reedarboretum.org


Wisner House Hours: 

10 am to 4 pm Tuesday - Friday

Grounds Open:

9 am to 4 pm daily (Nov - March)

7 am to 7 pm daily (April - October)

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Programs and events at RRA are made possible, in part, by support from:

Lois Schneider Realtor; Bartlett Tree Experts; Infantini Landscaping; Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation; E.J. Grassmann Trust; Mary Reinhart Stackhouse Foundation; The Summit Foundation; Hyde & Watson Foundation; Union Foundation; Kessler Foundation; Garden Clubs of America; Summit Garden Club; Junior League of Summit; Ciel Power LLC; NJ Historic Trust; Stanley Smith Horticultural Trust; DEP/Green Acres Grant Program; Union County Board of County Commissioners, a division of the Department of State, through a grant administered by the Union County Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs, Department of Parks & Community Renewal. 


Special thanks to our media partners including

TAPInto, Summit Living, Macaroni Kid, Patch, NJ.com, and Renna Media