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  • Due to our annual fundraising gala, Moonlight & Roses, the Morris will be closing at 4 pm on Friday, June 6. Last entry for visitors will be 3 pm.
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Member Exhibition Night

Wednesday, July 9 •
5 – 8 pm
Registration is required. 
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In celebration of our newest exhibition, Bees, Butterflies & Blooms: A Pollinator Paradise, we are pleased to invite you to our annual Member Exhibition Night! Delight in vibrant landscapes buzzing with life during members-only evening admission hours and experience pop-up pollinator programming exclusive to Member Night! Weckerly’s Ice Cream will be on-site with sweet treats in the Garden for purchase.

This is a free, ticketed event for Morris Arboretum & Gardens members and special friends. Advance registration timed tickets are required. For help registering your timed tickets, please reply to this email or call 215.247.5777 ext. 131.

Rain or shine event. In the case of severe inclement weather, this event will be canceled.

Look out for special upper-level member benefits during the event! Upper-level members receive two free Weckerly’s Ice Cream vouchers per member household at check-in as well as a small gift. If you would like to upgrade your membership, please contact the membership office at members@morrisarboretum.org or 215.247.5777 ext. 205.

Events

A garden in bloom.

Rose Garden Celebration Weekend

Saturday, June 14 – Sunday, June 15 •
All Weekend Long
Rose Garden

Celebrate the next 100 years of our Rose Garden with a special Rose Garden Celebration Weekend that focuses on the spectacular beauty of these beloved flowers.

Join us in the Rose Garden all weekend long to celebrate with storytime, crafts, and science fun! We’ll be exploring our relationships with roses though their herbal properties, the myths around them, and why they’re important here at Morris! We’ll look to the future and learn about the new, organic ways Morris is using pest control in the Rose Garden. Free with general admission. 

Moonlight & Roses FAQ www.morrisarboretum.org/moonlight-roses-faq

Moonlight & Roses FAQ Moonlight & Roses FAQ Image Moonlight & Roses FAQ What is the dress code? Dress code is semi-formal, garden party attire. We encourage guests to be as festive and floral as possible!  Click  here  to see photos from past events for inspiration. Turf-tolerant shoes are also recommended as there is a lot of standing and walking, sometimes in areas that are not paved.   What kind of food will be served? Passed appetizers will be served throughout the evening in the Rose Garden.  There will also be various food stations in and around the Rose Garden serving small plates.  At 7 pm, passed appetizers and drinks will be served in the Pennock Flower Walk and the Garden Railway areas. Gluten-free and vegan options will be available. What extra benefits does a VIP Benefactor or Patron ticket include? VIP guests will receive premium valet parking at the event, along with entrance to the VIP reception that evening from 5:30pm – 6pm. Is there a rain date? No, the event is held rain or shine.  In case of severe weather, the event will be held under a tent. Where do guests park? VIP Patron and Benefactor guests, along with Platinum and Diamond sponsors, will be directed to drive up our hill to premium valet parking.  Young Friend and Supporter guests, along with Bronze, Silver, and Gold sponsors, will valet park in lawn parking near the entry kiosk and take a trolley shuttle up the hill to our Welcome Center. Are there tickets (paper or electronic) for the gala? No, names are held at the entrance. … Moonlight & Roses …

Events

A young girl running through a public garden.

June Storytime

Wednesday, June 18 •
10:30 am
Meet in the Outdoor Classroom

This month, we’re reading Before the Seed: How Pollen Moves by Susannah Buhrman-Deever. From bees and bats to beetles and hummingbirds, the text covers creatures from all over the world that aid in flower pollination! After the reading, join us for pollinator themed games and crafts. Free with general admission. 

Public Tours www.morrisarboretum.org/see-do/public-tours

Public Tours Public Tours Image In-Person Tours Image The Wetland: A Unique Ecosystem Saturday, June 14 • 11 am Explore the many native plants and trees in the natural lands area near the Wissahickon Creek on a guided tour. Learn More Image Shrubs For All Seasons Saturday, June 28 • 11 am NEW  - This tour focuses on evergreen and deciduous shrubs for the home gardener. Shrubs provide showy foliage, vibrant blooms to attract pollinators, and structures to be used as natural screens. Come and discover new and old-time favorite shrubs. Learn More Image Sculptures  Saturday, July 12 • 11 am This tour highlights the sculptures that connect human art with the beauty of nature.  Learn More Image Made in the Shade Saturday, July 26 • 11 am Walk a shady path to view the glory of summer while keeping cool.  Learn More Image Water Features Saturday, August 9 • 11 AM Join knowledgeable guides for a walking tour highlighting natural and man-made water features throughout the Morris.  Learn More Image Trees Around the World Saturday, September 13 • 11 am NEW for 2025  - Discover a diversity of trees from around the world and the United States.  Learn More Image Garden Highlights 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. Learn More If you are interested in organizing a private group tour, please see our Group Tours page . Self-Guided Tours Image Fernery 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.  Learn More Image Wetland 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 …