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Behind the Velvet Ropes: Guided Tours of the Main House

Step into a bygone era with an exclusive, private group tour of the historic Main House, where you’ll be guided by one of our expert docents on a journey behind the velvet ropes to explore the home's stunning rooms up close!

Walking with the Olmsteds: Landscape Tours of Planting Fields

Step into a world where history and horticulture intertwine on this guided walking tour of Planting Fields. Explore the stunning landscapes shaped by the renowned Olmsted Brothers firm and discover how W.R. Coe’s vision transformed this estate into a living masterpiece.

Little Learners: Busy Bees

In this exciting journey into the world of bees, young learners will discover how these tiny but mighty creatures help our environment flourish. Embark on a buzzing adventure with your little ones and create lasting memories in this hands-on, interactive experience!

Wednesday Workshops for Kids: Framing Flowers

Unplug and connect with nature in this exciting, hands-on workshop that features the flowers of Planting Fields! Designed for ages 5 – 12, participants will embark on an exploration of the Main Greenhouse and gardens, craft their very own flower frame keepsake, and go home with a special gift!

Creative Spirits: An Evening with Witold Rybczynski

Step into the captivating architectural world of Planting Fields and experience an unforgettable after-hours event with renowned author and historian, Witold Rybczynski! Enjoy a specialty cocktail and explore the Main House.

A Moveable Feast 2025

Join us for an enchanting spring evening surrounded by vibrant blooms of azaleas, cherry blossoms, rhododendrons, peonies, dogwoods, magnolias, lilacs, and more, set amidst the idyllic Olmsted Brothers-designed gardens at Planting Fields!

Little Learners: Flowers

Get ready for a blooming adventure that will create memories to cherish forever as you and your little one explore the vibrant world of flowers! In this hands-on experience, you'll uncover the magic behind how flowers grow and the important role they play in our environment.

Spring 5K 2025

Join us for the Spring 5K: Get ready to lace up your shoes for a breathtaking experience through the stunning Olmsted Brothers-designed landscapes at Planting Fields!

Monthly Meditations

Join us for free Monthly Meditation sessions! Whether you're an experienced meditator or someone new to mindfulness, these sessions will offer a gentle yet profound way to quiet your thoughts, release stress, and experience the deep stillness that comes from aligning with the natural world.

Little Learners: Wonderful Water

Get ready to dive into the wonders of water with your little ones in this Little Learners program! We’ll explore how water moves, flows, and helps plants and animals thrive.

First Fridays: Among the Arbor, Love at Planting Fields

Join us for an enchanting tour, led by Sustainability Coordinator Rebecca Slagle and Michael D. Coe Archivist Marie Penny! Learn about the care that goes into maintaining the Rose Arbor and Rose Walk, discover one of the great love stories of Planting Fields, and have the opportunity to view the newly restored Tea House!

Little Learners: Dirt Discovery

Join us for an exploration of the magic beneath our feet: soil! Come ready to dig, create, and explore the wonders of dirt through fun, hands-on discovery and make forever memories with your little ones!  

Wednesday Workshops for Kids: Fun in the Sun

n this sun-inspired experience, young explorers will dive deep into the incredible ways the sun shapes our world. From energizing our planet to helping us keep track of time, the sun is more powerful than we think, and this workshop brings its wonders to life!

Monthly Meditations

Join us for free Monthly Meditation sessions! Whether you're an experienced meditator or someone new to mindfulness, these sessions will offer a gentle yet profound way to quiet your thoughts, release stress, and experience the deep stillness that comes from aligning with the natural world.

Junior Ranger Summer Camp (Ages 5 – 8)

This summer, give your child the ultimate outdoor adventure at Planting Fields, with Junior Rangers Summer Camp! Packed with fun, creativity, and hands-on learning, this camp is designed to ignite a lifelong love for the natural world.

Little Learners: Green Thumbs

Join us for a fun-filled gardening adventure. Don’t miss out on this hands-on, nature-packed experience! 

Wednesday Workshops for Kids: Draw in the Garden

Wednesday Workshops for Kids: Draw in the Garden Wednesday, July 16 4 – 6pm Ages 5 – 12 $25 per child Located at the Education Center     Discover the beauty and color of the flowers and plants in bloom at Planting Fields! This unique program invites children to immerse themselves in the vibrant world of blooming flowers and plants. Participants will embark on a creative journey through the Sensory Garden, using all their senses to connect with nature. With their own Nature Journal in hand, they’ll explore the beauty of the garden, sketching and drawing the flora around them......Read More

Junior Ranger Summer Camp (Ages 9 – 12)

This summer, give your child the ultimate outdoor adventure at Planting Fields, with Junior Rangers Summer Camp! Packed with fun, creativity, and hands-on learning, this camp is designed to ignite a lifelong love for the natural world.

Monthly Meditations

Join us for free Monthly Meditation sessions! Whether you're an experienced meditator or someone new to mindfulness, these sessions will offer a gentle yet profound way to quiet your thoughts, release stress, and experience the deep stillness that comes from aligning with the natural world.