Holiday Display at the Main Greenhouse On view Saturday, Dec. 6 – Monday, Jan. 12 10am – 3:45pm Closed on Tuesdays Free, no registration required   Step into the warmth of the Main Greenhouse, where our tropical oasis is transformed for the holidays. Brilliant poinsettias, vibrant greenery, and seasonal accents create a lush, immersive escape—an unexpected world of color and life amid the winter chill. Wander through this enchanting display and let the beauty and serenity of the season surround you!

Join us every other week from 10 – 11am for Little Learners, a fun, hands-on program designed for children ages 2–5 and their grown-ups. Each session offers a new theme with nature stories, creative crafts, and outdoor play, perfect for making special memories together in the gardens and grounds of Planting Fields!

Discover the Camellia House at Planting Fields!

Join Sustainability Coordinator Rebecca Slagle and Michael D. Coe Archivist Marie Penny to explore over 200 blooming camellias, the historic planthouse designed by the Olmsted Brothers, and the fire that once threatened this treasured collection. Learn camellia-growing traditions, see modern hardy varieties outdoors, and get tips for your own garden.

Step into a vibrant winter festival and see 200+ camellia varieties in full bloom! Explore the Camellia Greenhouse with guided tours, live music, and a chance to meet friendly ladybugs. In the Main House, enjoy Typewriter Poets, a historic Coe camellia display, curated tea tastings, and hands-on crafts. A multi-sensory celebration of winter’s most elegant bloom!

Join us for an engaging, nature-focused workshop designed to introduce young explorers to the remarkable birds that call Long Island home in the winter.

This special daytime edition of Creative Spirits offers guests exclusive access to the spectacular winter camellia display in the historic Camellia House, followed by a talk in the Main House by renowned horticulturist and Arboretum Director Vincent Simeone. Attendees will enjoy a self-guided stroll through the largest camellia collection under glass in the Northeast, learn about the history and cultivation of these elegant blooms, and savor a tea-based signature drink as part of this unique seasonal experience!

Step into the world of landscape architecture and discover how designers shape the outdoor spaces we love. In this special youth workshop, participants will explore the work of renowned landscape architect firm Innocenti-Webel, whose visionary designs combine beauty, function, and nature. 

A Moveable Feast returns on June 13!

The ultimate summer outdoor adventure at Planting Fields returns July 2026!

Campers will dive into nature-based play, creative arts and crafts, and sensory activities that spark curiosity and a love of the outdoors. They’ll explore gardens and woodlands, connect with plants and animals, and learn simple ways to care for nature—all while having fun, building confidence, and discovering the joy of the natural world.

The ultimate summer outdoor adventure at Planting Fields returns July 2026!

Campers will step into the role of true Junior Rangers, tackling hands-on engineering challenges, practicing conservation skills, and learning real-world ways to care for the environment. Along the way, they’ll enjoy creative arts and crafts, build nature awareness, and grow as confident, curious environmental stewards!