Little Learners: Breathe In, Breathe Out
Give your child the gift of calm this season! Join us on this relaxing and playful mindfulness experience for kids ages 2 – 5!
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Happenings
Notes in Nature: Wit and Wisdom
Delight in music by Mozart, Bruch, Esmail, Beethoven and Dohnanyi inside the magnificent Great Hall of the Main house at Planting Fields!
Wednesday Workshops: Winter Wellness
This exciting drop-off workshop for kids (aged 5 – 12) combines fitness, creativity, and healthy habits in a way they’ll love. Participants will embark on an outdoor winter fitness quest, learning fun exercises and routines to keep them active and energized.
First Fridays: Camellias and the Coes
Push the winter blues away! Be mesmerized by the largest collection of camellias under glass in the entire Northeast at Planting Fields. You'll explore the history of camellias, and the Coe family that imported them, be surrounded by over 200 blooming camellias as you are led by expert horticulturist and Planting Fields Arboretum Director, Vincent Simeone.
Little Learners: Life Cycles
Ready to watch nature come to life? Let’s get growing! Join us for a fun-filled adventure where science, nature, and creativity come together. Join us for this life-cycle and garden-based Little Learners program!
The Camellia Festival
The Camellia Festival February 8 and 9, 2025 Two sessions each day, 10am – 1pm & 1pm – 4pm This year, the Camellia Festival is FREE to attend (with registration!) and will take place inside the Camellia House Get ready for a weekend full of beauty, history, and vibrant blooms at the historic Camellia Greenhouse at Planting Fields! Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of camellias with over 200 breathtaking varieties, and thousands of flowers in bloom. Embark on a fascinating journey through this remarkable camellia collection and interact with the staff that takes care of it. Enjoy.....Read More
The Camellia Festival
The Camellia Festival February 8 and 9, 2025 Two sessions each day, 10am – 1pm & 1pm – 4pm This year, the Camellia Festival is FREE to attend (with registration!) and will take place inside the Camellia House Get ready for a weekend full of beauty, history, and vibrant blooms at the historic Camellia Greenhouse at Planting Fields! Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of camellias with over 200 breathtaking varieties, and thousands of flowers in bloom. Embark on a fascinating journey through this remarkable camellia collection and interact with the staff that takes care of it. Enjoy.....Read More
Wednesday Workshops for Kids: Letter Writing Workshop
Join us for a journey through time as we unlock the art of letter-writing! In this workshop, participants will meet a professional archivist, explore the fascinating history of written communication, and experience the magic of writing by hand!
Little Learners: Animal Sounds
In this hands-on Little Learners experience, we’ll explore the fascinating world of animal sounds – from the calls of birds to the chatter of forest creatures! You’ll be amazed by the sounds all around us and learn how animals communicate in their natural habitats.
First Fridays: Preserving our Past, Discovering the Archives
Step into the past with Planting Fields Foundation and explore the fascinating world of the Coe family through their personal letters, telegrams, and photographs. Learn how we unearth the rich history of this iconic site, and how you can preserve your own treasured mementos!
Little Learners: Rainbows
Discover the magic of rainbows with us as we read a colorful book, go on a rainbow scavenger hunt, and make our very own rainbow sun catcher to brighten up the day!
Notes in Nature: Emotional Landscapes
Delight in music by Beethoven, Brahms, Davidson, and Still inside the magnificent Great Hall of the Main House at Planting Fields!
Little Learners: Spring Has Sprung!
Join us as we explore the world of flowers! This Little Learners program includes a flower craft and planting your own flower to bring home. For ages 2 – 5.
First Fridays: A Palette of Petals
Join us for a spring stroll to the Margaret Sullivan Heather Garden! Embrace the flower-filled grounds as you're guided to the restored garden by Planting Fields Foundation's Director of Horticulture, Donna Moramarco!
First Fridays: Through the Stained-Glass
Explore the extensive collection of medieval and renaissance stained glass at Planting Fields with Emily Leger, Planting Fields Foundation’s Collections and Exhibitions Manager!
Notes in Nature: Folk and Fiddle
Enjoy music by de Falla, Price, Bartok, and Dvorak in the picturesque Cloister Garden at the Main House!
Junior Ranger Summer Camp (Ages 5 – 8)
Junior Ranger Summer Camp (Ages 5 – 8) July 7 – 11, 9am – 3pm $600 per child per week (sibling discount available, see more below) Final deposit due May 1 This summer give your child the ultimate outdoor adventure at Planting Fields with Junior Ranger Summer Camp! The Junior Ranger Summer Camp offers an immersive, educational, and empowering adventure where kids not only explore nature but actively contribute to its conservation. It stands out from other summer camps on Long Island for several reasons, offering a one-of-a-kind experience that blends nature, history, art, and the environment into.....Read More
Junior Ranger Summer Camp (Ages 5 – 8)
Junior Ranger Summer Camp (Ages 5 – 8) July 7 – 11, 9am – 3pm $600 per child per week (sibling discount available, see more below) Final deposit due May 1 This summer give your child the ultimate outdoor adventure at Planting Fields with Junior Ranger Summer Camp! The Junior Ranger Summer Camp offers an immersive, educational, and empowering adventure where kids not only explore nature but actively contribute to its conservation. It stands out from other summer camps on Long Island for several reasons, offering a one-of-a-kind experience that blends nature, history, art, and the environment into.....Read More
Junior Ranger Summer Camp (Ages 5 – 8)
Junior Ranger Summer Camp (Ages 5 – 8) July 7 – 11, 9am – 3pm $600 per child per week (sibling discount available, see more below) Final deposit due May 1 This summer give your child the ultimate outdoor adventure at Planting Fields with Junior Ranger Summer Camp! The Junior Ranger Summer Camp offers an immersive, educational, and empowering adventure where kids not only explore nature but actively contribute to its conservation. It stands out from other summer camps on Long Island for several reasons, offering a one-of-a-kind experience that blends nature, history, art, and the environment into.....Read More
Junior Ranger Summer Camp (Ages 5 – 8)
Junior Ranger Summer Camp (Ages 5 – 8) July 7 – 11, 9am – 3pm $600 per child per week (sibling discount available, see more below) Final deposit due May 1 This summer give your child the ultimate outdoor adventure at Planting Fields with Junior Ranger Summer Camp! The Junior Ranger Summer Camp offers an immersive, educational, and empowering adventure where kids not only explore nature but actively contribute to its conservation. It stands out from other summer camps on Long Island for several reasons, offering a one-of-a-kind experience that blends nature, history, art, and the environment into.....Read More
Junior Ranger Summer Camp (Ages 5 – 8)
Junior Ranger Summer Camp (Ages 5 – 8) July 7 – 11, 9am – 3pm $600 per child per week (sibling discount available, see more below) Final deposit due May 1 This summer give your child the ultimate outdoor adventure at Planting Fields with Junior Ranger Summer Camp! The Junior Ranger Summer Camp offers an immersive, educational, and empowering adventure where kids not only explore nature but actively contribute to its conservation. It stands out from other summer camps on Long Island for several reasons, offering a one-of-a-kind experience that blends nature, history, art, and the environment into.....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.
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.
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.
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.