Celebrate the Art of Nature - Americas Garden Capital

Gardens are not just landscapes—they’re crafted masterpieces shaped by time, design, and the seasons. Nature’s gallery awaits you in America’s Garden Capital.

Experience Winter’s Sculpted Masterpiece

Celebrate the Art of Nature and inspire your own creativity in America’s Garden Capital. From hands-on workshops to guided garden tours, these events celebrate the artful side of the outdoors. Whether you’re crafting with plants, sketching in the sunshine, or learning something new, it’s all about exploring the natural world in fresh, creative ways. Come join us—where nature sparks imagination.

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Double Vision by Angela Scully & George Elser at Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens

On display now through January 11, 2026
Double Vision presents the work of Angela Scully and George Elser—two artists charting distinct creative paths while sharing a life together. Their work highlights how separate artistic journeys can run in parallel, diverge, and occasionally converge, offering a dynamic perspective on individuality within a strong connection.

Clifford Ward: I’ll Make Me a World at Grounds For Sculpture

On display now through January 11, 2026
Ward’s exhibition spans over a decade of creative work, much of which was created at his studio on the GFS campus and presents a rich tapestry of themes and concepts. In his work, Ward envisions a Black future that reclaims and reinterprets the symbolism and history of the past.

Tour the Mansion Collection at Glen Feord

Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 10AM - 1PM
Plan a visit to the Mansion at Glen Feord to explore four floors displaying pieces from Glen Foerd’s historic collection, alongside installations by artists in residence.

Orchid Care Workshop

Registration and payment required.

Learn all about orchids! Participants will learn all the basic requirements to successfully grow and re-bloom their orchids. The workshop concludes with a hands-on re-potting activity and all participants will receive one blooming orchid plant to take home.

Holiday Wreath Workshop at BHWP

Registration and payment required.

Join the fun and make a festive holiday wreath out of natural materials and native plants. In this festive workshop, follow a step-by-step demonstration and hands-on instruction to help you create a work of art you’ll be proud to display during the holiday season.

Wreath Making at GFS

Registration and payment required.

Learn to construct a natural winter wreath to bring an understated charm to your home. These 2-hour workshops will teach you to assemble and decorate these classic symbols of the holidays using natural materials collected from the garden at Grounds For Sculpture.

Winter Wreath Workshops

Registration and payment required.

Join this guided workshop to create your own festive wreath using fresh greens and other natural materials from Stoneleigh’s diverse plant collections. They provide the materials, detailed instructions, and guidance so that you can walk away with a gorgeous wreath fit for your front door.

Tours

Winter Wonders in the Garden Tour

Registration and payment required.

Join the GFS Horticulture Department for a tour of the winter wonders of the gardens! Explore the surprising beauty of the grounds “off-season” and hear from those who know the Living Collection best.

Holiday Artisans Market at Tyler Arboretum

Saturday, December 6, 2025
Find holiday gifts for everyone on your list at this curated shopping experience! Discover unique treasures by local makers who celebrate nature’s beauty. Held rain or shine in Tyler’s Historic Barn.

Evening of Music and Cheer with Les Canards Chantants at Stoneleigh

Thursday, December 18, 2025
A special evening to see Stoneleigh’s house decked in festive decor at night, aglow with the warmth of holiday cheer. Enjoy an inspiring musical performance by the acclaimed vocal ensemble Les Canards Chantants, along with light bites and seasonal beverages. This event is for guests 21 years of age and older.

Private Gardens of Philadelphia Book Discussion at Grounds for Sculpture

Saturday, February 21, 2026
Join GFS for an engaging panel discussion with author and horticulturalist Nicole Juday and PHS Vice President and horticulturist Andrew Bunting as they explore the inspiration, artistry, and horticultural richness behind the book Private Gardens of Philadelphia.

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