Morris ArBOOretum & Gardens
We’re getting into the Halloween spirit this month at the ArBOOretum!
This Month at the Morris
Botanical Tarot Card Workshop
Sunday, October 6 • 2 pm
Registration required
Come learn about the plants at Morris and about tarot!
The Wetland: A Unique Ecosystem
Saturday, October 12 • 11 am
Free with general admission
Investigate the many native plants and trees in the natural lands area near the Wissahickon Creek.
October Storytime
Wednesday, October 16 • 10:30 am
Free with general admission
This month, we’re reading Leaf Man by Lois Ehlert.
Scavenger Hunt & Costume Dance Party
Thursday, October 17 • 5 pm
Registration is required.
Come to the Morris for a Halloween scavenger hunt and dance party!
11th Annual Tree Canopy Conference
Friday, October 18 • 9 am
Registration is required
Join us for the annual symposium that brings together a variety of green industry professionals and other stakeholders who work with and care about our region’s urban forest.
Gourds in Culture
Friday, October 18 • 11 am
Free with general admission
Learn how this plant family supported cultures throughout history, and make your own gourd instrument or drinking cup!
Trick or Treat Bag Craft
Tuesday, October 22 • 5:30 pm
Registration is required.
Come to the Morris to make a special plant-themed trick-or-treat bag to carry your candy.
Autumn Foliage and Holidays
Tuesday, October 29 • 11 am
Free with general admission
Explore Dia de los Muertos and the plants and flowers associated with this celebration, and make your own mask and paper marigolds.
Rose Tint Your World: Mischief Night Portrait Party
Wednesday, October 30 • 5:30 pm
Registration is required
Pose in costume in the Rose Garden with your friends, then paint small portraits of each other to take home.
Garden Highlights Tour
Weekends (year round) • 1 pm
Weekdays (starting March 18) • 10:30 am
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.
For this year's theme, we're in our VILLAIN era! Whether a deliciously malicious movie villain or a misunderstood underdog, this Halloween our participants went all-in on their favorite villains. Scarecrows will be on display throughout the Morris from October 1–31. Vote for your favorite scarecrow October 1–17 in the Welcome Center to determine the winners!