Bees, Butterflies & Blooms
A Pollinator Paradise • May 23 – September 30, 2025
Morris Arboretum & Gardens becomes a paradise for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators in its newest exhibition, Bees, Butterflies & Blooms: A Pollinator Paradise! Each month brings together people, plants, and pollinators in meaningful ways, including brand new exhibit, fun events, interactive workshops, specialty guided tours, and much more!
Upcoming at the Morris
Bloomin' Bubbles
Tuesdays: May 27 – Tuesday, August 26 • 11 AM
Join us every Tuesday for Bloomin' Bubbles! In this event just for kids, we will transform the Whimsical Woods into a magical bubble party. Free with general admission.
July Storytime
Wednesday, July 16 • 10:30 am
Free with general admission
This month we’re reading We Are Water Protectors, written by Carole Lindstrom and illustrated by Michaela Goade.
Wings & Wildflowers Opening Weekend
Saturday, June 28 – Sunday, June 29 POSTPONED: Saturday, July 19 – Sunday, July 20
Step into a lush pollinator meadow filled with giant pollinator-inspired art, and join us for family-friendly activities to celebrate on Saturday, June 28. Free with general admission.
Made in the Shade Tour
Saturday, July 26 • 11 am
Free with general admission
Walk a shady path to view the glory of summer while keeping cool. The tree canopies of summer at their fullest expanse offer breath-taking panoramas. Several garden features tucked away in the shade are included.
Pollinator Friday: Bees
Friday, August 1 • 11 am
Free with general admission
Join us this Pollinator Friday to learn about native bees in Pennsylvania, and take away your own native bee house.
Morris Discount Weekend
Saturday, August 2 – Sunday, August 3
Visit the Morris to get $10 off full-price admission. (Tickets must be purchased on-site for the discount.)
Water Features Tour
Saturday, August 9 • 11 AM
Free with general admission
Join knowledgeable guides for a walking tour highlighting natural and man-made water features throughout the Morris.
Bloomin' Bubbles: Bees
Tuesday, August 12 • 11 am
Once a month we host a special Bloomin' Bubbles where we highlight different pollinators with crafts, songs, and dancing as part of our Bees, Butterflies, and Blooms exhibition. This week, we’re highlighting bees with crafts, songs, and dancing!
National Bee Day
Saturday, August 16 • All Day
Free with general admission
It’s National Bee Day! Visit the Morris for a self-directed scavenger hunt to find all of our native bees and the plants they help.
August Storytime
Wednesday, August 20 • 10:30 am
This month, we’re reading Joy Takes Root by Gwendolyn Wallace.
Garden Highlights
Weekdays: 10:30 am
Weekends: 1 pm
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.
Register for Summer 2025 Programs
Join us for an exciting lineup of workshops, tours, and hands-on experiences designed to educate, inspire, and bring you closer to nature. Discover new flavors, get creative, and immerse yourself in the beauty of our gardens in this magical season!