Public Tours

Saturday, February 14 • 11 am
Free with general admission

This tour highlights the Morris sculptures that connect human art with the beauty of nature.

Saturday, February 28 • 11 am
Saturday, March 14 • 11 am
Free with general admission

Join an experienced guide to discover many varieties of these delightful winter beauties that add surprising bursts of color and fragrance to the winter landscape.

Saturday, March 28 • 11 am
Free with general admission

Ready to explore the arrival of spring’s beauty? Signs of spring pop up with tree buds, spring ephemerals, early cherries, and dogwoods. This tour uncovers the delight of a new season. 

November through March
Weekends: 10:30 am

Are you eager to get outside this season? Experience winter beauty at Morris Arboretum & Gardens while moving your body and connecting with nature! 

March – December
Weekdays: 10:30 am • Weekends: 1:00 pm

January – March
Weekends: 1:00 pm

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.

The Dorrance H. Hamilton Fernery is the only freestanding fernery left in North America and is home to over 200 different species of ferns and fern allies. During this tour, you will be introduced to some of the most notable ferns in the current collection. 

The Wetland and its floodplain encompass about 35 acres of the Morris. Find native plants, keep an eye out for belted kingfishers and blue herons, and learn about the history of the wetland dating back to 1717. 

Explore our witchhazel collection this winter! Our witchhazel collection is one of the largest in the country. Discover the many varieties of these delightful winter beauties (late January through early March) that add surprising bursts of color and fragrance to the winter landscape on your next visit. 

This audio tour of the Wallace-Kane Wetland features 10 recordings that
dive into the history, ecology, and management of this special place.