School’s Out: Spring Blooms

School’s Out: Spring Blooms

Free
Wed, Apr 1, 2026 • 9:30 AM—12:00 PM

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Outdoors Family Friendly

Drop by Scott Arboretum & Gardens this April Fools’ Day for some outdoor adventure, trickery, and creativity! Children ages 3-12 with a caregiver can enjoy a nature-themed craft, learn about plants that play tricks in nature, and go on a scavenger hunt throughout our gardens. Bring a picnic and enjoy the day outside! Join us at 10:30 am for a free, family-friendly tour of the Arboretum & Gardens.  This is a free, drop-in program, and no registration is required. Scott Saplings, this is a great opportunity to stamp your code catcher and pick up your spring prize!  Event Schedule:  9:30 am – 12:00 pm: Nature crafts, scavenger hunts, plant trickery, and more!   10:30 am – 11 am: Family-friendly tour of Scott Arboretum & Gardens Program Details:  This event will be held in the Cherry Border. In case of inclement weather, we will move inside to the Wister Center. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Email us if you have accessibility needs for this program. For more information, review our program and event policies or call the Scott Arboretum office at 610-328-8025. 

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Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College

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