Week of Events
Fall Discovery Weekends
(families with children ages 3 and up) Explore the Arboretum when the gardens and grounds are alive with the sights and sounds of spring! Drop by the Stackhouse Education Center on Saturdays and Sundays anytime between 9 am and 3 pm for this self-guided program for families and children ages 3 and older. Borrow a magnifying glass (please…
Féminin Pluriel, a solo exhibition by artist Pascale Bouchard
Reeves-Reed Arboretum is pleased to present Féminin Pluriel, a solo exhibition by Québec-based artist Pascale Bouchard. This exhibition highlights Bouchard’s distinctive encaustic practice, in which pigmented beeswax and heat are used to create richly textured works of art. Rooted in themes of transformation, memory, and the symbolic power of the feminine, her work draws deeply…
Féminin Pluriel, a solo exhibition by artist Pascale Bouchard
Reeves-Reed Arboretum is pleased to present Féminin Pluriel, a solo exhibition by Québec-based artist Pascale Bouchard. This exhibition highlights Bouchard’s distinctive encaustic practice, in which pigmented beeswax and heat are used to create richly textured works of art. Rooted in themes of transformation, memory, and the symbolic power of the feminine, her work draws deeply…
Fall Discovery Weekends
(families with children ages 3 and up) Explore the Arboretum when the gardens and grounds are alive with the sights and sounds of spring! Drop by the Stackhouse Education Center on Saturdays and Sundays anytime between 9 am and 3 pm for this self-guided program for families and children ages 3 and older. Borrow a magnifying glass (please…
Sunday, October 4, 2026
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October 4, 2026 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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October 4, 2026 -Music & Movement
Story Time/ Music and Movement
Story time- Spark children's imagination and nurture their love for reading through monthly themed picture books and read-aloud- Every Day at 10 am and 4 pm Music and Movement- Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props. -Every day at 11am and 3 pm
Monday, October 5, 2026
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October 5, 2026 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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October 5, 2026 -Little Wonders: Let’s Go Hiking!! – SOLD OUT
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October 5, 2026 -Music & Movement
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October 5, 2026 -Museum Minis
Story Time/ Music and Movement
Story time- Spark children's imagination and nurture their love for reading through monthly themed picture books and read-aloud- Every Day at 10 am and 4 pm Music and Movement- Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props. -Every day at 11am and 3 pm
Little Wonders: Let’s Go Hiking!! – SOLD OUT
(ages 0-3 with an adult) Infants, toddlers and caregivers join our educators to experience the many wonders of Reeves-Reed Arboretum. Hike woodland trails and gardens. Engage in active nature play designed to stimulate your child’s curiosity and inspire a love of the outdoors. Stories, music, and sensorimotor activities add to the experience by deepening our…
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
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October 6, 2026 -Soil Stories
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October 6, 2026 -Kids Art Classes at the Museum
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October 6, 2026 -Storytime at Barnes & Noble
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October 6, 2026 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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October 6, 2026 -Sauté, Sizzle, Savor: Winter Cooking & Eating
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October 6, 2026 -Music & Movement
Soil Stories
A self-guided cozy nook in the greenhouse with curated books, games, and artmaking for quiet moments to enjoy with plants.
Kids Art Classes at the Museum
Join us two days a week from 10 am – 12pm for fun art-making in the Museum walkway! Recommended for ages 2-5. All children must be accompanied by an adult.…
Storytime at Barnes & Noble
Join us for Storytime every Tuesday and Thursday at 10 a.m. Watch your kids as they embark on an exciting adventure with our Storytime expert. We will introduce your little one to some of your childhood favorites, as well as read some you may have never heard before!
Story Time/ Music and Movement
Story time- Spark children's imagination and nurture their love for reading through monthly themed picture books and read-aloud- Every Day at 10 am and 4 pm Music and Movement- Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props. -Every day at 11am and 3 pm
Sauté, Sizzle, Savor: Winter Cooking & Eating
Gather around the table for collectively-crafted meals and food stories.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
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October 7, 2026 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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October 7, 2026 -Oaks and Acorns: Animal Hibernation
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October 7, 2026 -Music & Movement
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October 7, 2026 -Museum Minis
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October 7, 2026 -Museum Minis
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October 7, 2026 -Oaks and Acorns: Animal Hibernation
Story Time/ Music and Movement
Story time- Spark children's imagination and nurture their love for reading through monthly themed picture books and read-aloud- Every Day at 10 am and 4 pm Music and Movement- Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props. -Every day at 11am and 3 pm
Oaks and Acorns: Animal Hibernation
(ages 3-5 with an adult) Wonder, respect, and love for the natural world will be a great start in these engaging weekly adult and child classes. Take nature hikes, read stories, and create a one-of-a-kind project every week. These are wonderful experiences where children can spend time outdoors with an Environmental Educator. The cost is…
Museum Minis
Music, movement, stories, play, and fun! A special program for our youngest visitors, held every Wednesday in Toddler Beach. Limited to 12 guests (plus 1 caregiver). Ages 6 months - 30 months Free with Museum admission, first come first served. Sign up at admission desk.
Oaks and Acorns: Animal Hibernation
(ages 3-5 with an adult) Wonder, respect, and love for the natural world will be a great start in these engaging weekly adult and child classes. Take nature hikes, read stories, and create a one-of-a-kind project every week. These are wonderful experiences where children can spend time outdoors with an Environmental Educator. The cost is…
Thursday, October 8, 2026
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October 8, 2026 -Kids Art Classes at the Museum
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October 8, 2026 -Storytime at Barnes & Noble
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October 8, 2026 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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October 8, 2026 -Music & Movement
Kids Art Classes at the Museum
Join us two days a week from 10 am – 12pm for fun art-making in the Museum walkway! Recommended for ages 2-5. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Art materials are provided. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A $5 suggested donation is appreciated. Ms. Lisa is excited to create some…
Storytime at Barnes & Noble
Join us for Storytime every Tuesday and Thursday at 10 a.m. Watch your kids as they embark on an exciting adventure with our Storytime expert. We will introduce your little one to some of your childhood favorites, as well as read some you may have never heard before!
Story Time/ Music and Movement
Story time- Spark children's imagination and nurture their love for reading through monthly themed picture books and read-aloud- Every Day at 10 am and 4 pm Music and Movement- Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props. -Every day at 11am and 3 pm
Friday, October 9, 2026
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October 9, 2026 -Friday Storytime at the Museum
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October 9, 2026 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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October 9, 2026 -Watercolor Florals & Greetings
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October 9, 2026 -Music & Movement
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October 9, 2026 -Museum Minis
Friday Storytime at the Museum
Museum staff and other guest readers share stories, rhymes and sing-alongs with children ages 2 to 5 years and their caregivers every Friday at 10:00 am. A $5 suggested donation is appreciated. Launched in 2005 by librarian and former Museum Trustee Penny Metsch, the program is open to all on a first-come, first-served basis, and…
Story Time/ Music and Movement
Story time- Spark children's imagination and nurture their love for reading through monthly themed picture books and read-aloud- Every Day at 10 am and 4 pm Music and Movement- Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props. -Every day at 11am and 3 pm
Watercolor Florals & Greetings
(adults and teens 14 yrs+) Introducing Watercolor Florals & Greetings, where you’ll explore a new skill in a relaxed and enjoyable class. Build a strong foundation in watercolor painting through essential brushwork and color-mixing techniques. Perfect for complete beginners, this class provides hands-on practice painting botanical, fruit, and floral motifs. You’ll learn how to transform…
Saturday, October 10, 2026
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October 10, 2026 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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October 10, 2026 -Story Hour at Sugar Hill Museum
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October 10, 2026 -Music & Movement
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October 10, 2026 -Guided Garden Tours
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October 10, 2026 -ConEd Family Days
Story Time/ Music and Movement
Story time- Spark children's imagination and nurture their love for reading through monthly themed picture books and read-aloud- Every Day at 10 am and 4 pm Music and Movement- Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props. -Every day at 11am and 3 pm
ConEd Family Days
Join us at the Mansion for our family programming! Each second Saturday of the month from 1-3 PM, families and visitors of all ages can participate in a fun hands-on activity during our ConEdison Family Day. Information for All Family Day Programs These workshops will be held outside of Morris-Jumel Mansion on the bluestone patio,…