Last chance for Pursuit of Happiness: Finding Joy in Nature
Find your joy now through August 31.
Morris Arboretum & Gardens is a 92-acre public garden in Chestnut Hill, where plants, people, and place come together. From seasonal exhibitions to peaceful garden spaces, there’s always something new to explore.
Upcoming at the Morris
SENSE-sational Friday: Sensory Celebration
Friday, September 4 • 11 am
Free with general admission
Join us for our final SENSE-sational Friday of the season with a sensory dance party and crafts.
Magic Railway Weekend
Saturday, September 5 – Sunday, September 6 • All Weekend
Free with general admission
Everyone's beloved cartoon train can always be found chugging along in his own section of our Garden Railway, but a few weekends a year he and his friends run free on all the tracks.
Small Trees for Small(er) Spaces
Saturday, September 12 • 11 am
Free with general admission
Investigate the smaller specimen trees at Morris that make a big impact.
September Storytime
Wednesday, September 16 • 10:30 am
This month we're reading We’re Going on a Leaf Hunt by Steve Metzger. Come along for a leaf hunt of our very own and create a craft to celebrate!
Explore Even Deeper
Saturday, September 19 – Sunday, September 20
All Weekend Long
Free with general admission
Come out for one last hurrah for Pursuit of Happiness: Finding Joy in Nature. Join us for self-directed activities as we transition into fall. Free with general admission.
Hidden Gems Tour
Saturday, September 26 • 11 am
Free with general admission
A combination of structures, sculptures, walkways, trees, and vistas, our knowledgeable guide will highlight garden features off the beaten path or hidden in plain view.
Member Night: Autumn After Hours
Thursday, October 1 • 5 pm
Registration is required
Enjoy an exclusive members-only evening to wander the Garden after hours in soft autumn light—without the crowds! Experience familiar pathways in the glow of early evening during this can’t-miss fall highlight at Morris.
The Wetland: A Unique Ecosystem
Saturday, October 10 • 11 am
Free with general admission
Explore the many native plants and trees in the Natural Areas near the Wissahickon Creek on a guided tour.
Garden Highlights
Weekends: 1 pm year round
Weekdays: 10:30 am
Free with general admission
Our knowledgeable guides will design a tour around the interests of the attendees. Every tour is different so come back as many times as you’d like.
Fall 2026 Courses
Join us for an exciting lineup of courses, conferences, tours, and hands-on experiences designed to educate, inspire, and bring you closer to nature.