HOURS
Thanks for a great year! Mt. Cuba Center is closed for general admission for the season and will reopen on April 3, 2024.
Program Guide
Classes offered year-round. Learn to garden in harmony with nature, take an art or wellness class, and more!
Trial Garden
Mt. Cuba Center evaluates native plants and related cultivars for horticultural and ecological value.
Ecological Land Management
Mt. Cuba conserves and stewards more than 1,000 acres including meadows, forests, streams and riparian corridors.
MEMBERSHIP
Enjoy unlimited general admission, member discounts, guest passes, and more!
HOURS
Thanks for a great year! Mt. Cuba Center is closed for general admission for the season and will reopen on April 3, 2024.
Program Guide
Classes offered year-round. Learn to garden in harmony with nature, take an art or wellness class, and more!
Trial Garden
Mt. Cuba Center evaluates native plants and related cultivars for horticultural and ecological value.
Ecological Land Management
Mt. Cuba conserves and stewards more than 1,000 acres including meadows, forests, streams and riparian corridors.
MEMBERSHIP
Enjoy unlimited general admission, member discounts, guest passes, and more!
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Wildflower Weekend
Wildflower Weekend
Experience a magnificent display of native spring blooms at the peak of their glory; enjoy three days of live music, gardening activities, outdoor family programming, and more. A variety of food selections and native plants will be available for purchase, while supplies last. View the full schedule of events at mtcubacenter.org/wildflower. This program takes place […]
$15
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Introduction to T’ai Chi Chih: Section A
Introduction to T’ai Chi Chih: Section A
This introductory level, easy-to-learn set of 20 movements helps dissolve tension, reduce chronic pain, and improve balance. Based on the ancient Chinese principles of activation and circulation of energy (chi), T’ai Chi Chih is an easily adaptive and enjoyable program that can be done by anyone, regardless of age or physical ability. Comfortable clothing is […]
$100
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Wildflowers in Color
Wildflowers in Color
Bring yourself to the next level with drawing native wildflowers from Mt. Cuba’s unique collections. Continue to learn basic botanical drawing skills, such as composition, scale, and perspective, while introducing simple color techniques that add another dimension to your work. A series of step-by-step exercises, instructor demonstrations, and one-on-one feedback sessions provide a strong foundation […]
$155
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Window Boxes for the Sophisticated Gardener
Window Boxes for the Sophisticated Gardener
From stately homes to city courtyards, windows are the eyes of our homes. Why not dress them up with a charming wooden window box that adds a punch of nature with a modern twist? Learn how to plant and maintain a colorful selection of native plants in this make-and-take class and leave with a window […]
$79
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Go Public Gardens Week
Go Public Gardens Week
Celebrate America’s public gardens all week long at Mt. Cuba Center during Go Public Gardens Days! Plan your visit to see spring wildflowers in bloom. Native plants will be available for purchase, while supplies last. Join us on Saturday, May 14, and enjoy hourly ticketed Welcome Walks. This tour can be added on to your […]
Included with Admission
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Beginner Gardener Workshop – Seeding, Weeding, and Saving
Beginner Gardener Workshop – Seeding, Weeding, and Saving
May is planting season! In this class learn how to start and direct sow seeds, which tools are ideal to have for your garden, and how to learn to identify weeds from desirable plants, and how to become a frugal gardener. This program takes place in-person (at Mt. Cuba Center) Saturday, May 7 About the […]
$19
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Sustainable Landscape Techniques
Sustainable Landscape Techniques
Make your landscape more ecologically sound by implementing a variety of sustainable gardening and landscaping techniques. Learn how to manage and conserve water using rain gardens, bio-swales, and rain barrels; reduce the demands of lawn care by adding meadow areas; and increase your energy savings with strategically placed layered plantings. Develop your garden to support […]
$169
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Kid’s Tree Climbing
Kid’s Tree Climbing
This event has been cancelled on May 7 due to weather. Pull on a harness and get ready to climb! Scale a tree with the help of our arborists and get a birds-eye view of Mt. Cuba Center. Learn what it takes to work with the trees and chat with our expert arborists to discover […]
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Get the “Dirt” on Soil (Online)
Get the “Dirt” on Soil (Online)
Soil is alive with microorganisms that help provide our garden plants with the all-important nutrients and water they need. Learn how to take a more holistic view of soil, improve soil quality using compost instead of fertilizers, interpret a soil test report, and create a living soil that you’ll reap the benefits of for years […]
$19
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The Nature of Oaks
The Nature of Oaks
**This class is SOLD OUT. Please join the waitlist by visiting the event link. Oaks sustain a complex and fascinating web of wildlife. The Nature of Oaks reveals what is going on in oak trees month by month, highlighting the seasonal cycles of life, death, and renewal. From woodpeckers who collect and store hundreds of […]
$35
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Lesser-Known Native Shrubs for your Garden
Lesser-Known Native Shrubs for your Garden
These shrubs and small trees are truly garden-worthy standouts for your home landscape. From the lesser-known pagoda dogwood to the gray dogwood, to the chokeberries and viburnums, these plants provide beauty and structure to your garden, while also providing diverse food sources for your local birds. There is something for every segment of your yard, […]
$29
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Plant Propagation: Section A
Plant Propagation: Section A
**This class is SOLD OUT. Please join the waitlist below. Save money and increase your garden plants through simple propagation techniques using seeds and cuttings. Review the ethics of wild collected seed and learn the basics of seed biology, germination, and storage. Study the principles of asexual plant reproduction; learn when and how to take […]
$189
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Garden Enthusiast Tour
Garden Enthusiast Tour
Take an in-depth look at our gardens with a friendly Educator. Discover how to contribute to ecological transformation in your community through sustainable gardening practices. Learn about environmental topics such as climate change, systems-thinking, and consciously sourcing native plants for your region. This tour expands on concepts covered in the introductory Welcome Walk and is […]
$19
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Plant Propagation: Section B
Plant Propagation: Section B
**This class is SOLD OUT. Please join the waitlist below. Save money and increase your garden plants through simple propagation techniques using seeds and cuttings. Review the ethics of wild collected seed and learn the basics of seed biology, germination, and storage. Study the principles of asexual plant reproduction; learn when and how to take […]
$189
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Shinrin-Yoku: Forest Bathing: Section C
Shinrin-Yoku: Forest Bathing: Section C
Shinrin-yoku, or forest bathing, is rooted in the traditional Japanese reverence for the natural world and dedicated to promoting health, happiness, and a sense of awe. Anisa George, a certified forest therapy guide, facilitates a series of interactions with nature that cultivate presence, calm, and profound joy. Discover how to unlock the door to new […]
$39
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Adding Nature to Your Family
Adding Nature to Your Family
This class has been canceled. According to well-known author Richard Louv, (author of The Last Child in the Woods) many of today’s youth and adults experience a condition he calls nature deficit disorder. This program is designed to provide adults with background information about the impact experienced when children don’t spend enough time outside, […]
$59
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Hike the Mt. Cuba Center to Ashland Loop
Hike the Mt. Cuba Center to Ashland Loop
Reconnect with nature in this exceptional behind-the-scenes trek through Mt. Cuba Center’s natural areas with Joe Sebastiani, Manager at Ashland Nature Center, and Mt. Cuba Center’s Natural Lands staff. Along the way, enjoy scouting for birds, discovering native spring ephemerals, exploring old-field meadows, and learning about several Natural Lands projects and experiments. Be prepared for […]
$35
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Strawberry Beaded Brooch
Strawberry Beaded Brooch
*This class has been canceled. Beading is an artform that spans across many cultures globally; and our regional indigenous nations keep this important craft alive. Participants will learn the history of beadwork and the importance it plays in woodland indigenous cultures. In this hands-on class participants will learn how to use tools and materials to […]
$69
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Twilight on the Terrace
Twilight on the Terrace
Unwind from the week with a bite to eat while enjoying live music on the terrace and evening access to the gardens. Local food trucks will be on-site, and beer and wine will be available for purchase. For more details, visit mtcubacenter.org/twilight. Music: ilyAIMY (Rock with an Americana twist) Food Trucks: The Box Lunch & Out of the […]
Included with Admission
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Kid’s Tree Climbing
Kid’s Tree Climbing
Pull on a harness and get ready to climb! Scale a tree with the help of our arborists and get a birds-eye view of Mt. Cuba Center. Learn what it takes to work with the trees and chat with our expert arborists to discover what they do on the daily. This program can be added […]
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The Grandeur of Trees Tour
The Grandeur of Trees Tour
Join Mt. Cuba Center’s arborists as they point out their favorite specimens on this tree-rific tour. Learn about the importance of native trees to our ecosystem and culture. Explore the traits, characteristics, and stories that make them special to wildlife and Mt. Cuba. This tour can be added on to general admission for $3. Advance […]
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Moving Meditation: Section A
Moving Meditation: Section A
*This class has been canceled Focus your mind and fine-tune your sensory awareness as you engage in the sights and sounds of nature. Experience the impression of the land beneath your feet, absorb the warmth of the sun, and enjoy the ambient noises around you during these contemplative walks. Take the first steps towards reduced […]
$49
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Drawing and Painting Hydrangeas (Online)
Drawing and Painting Hydrangeas (Online)
This two-day workshop breaks down the basics of drawing the hydrangea. Beginning with step-by-step instructions in drawing the structure, students gain an understanding in basic morphology of flower, plant, and leaf. Color studies in watercolor will advance students to create a painting using wet and dry brush watercolor techniques. All levels welcome. A detailed list […]
$85
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Introduction to Moss Gardening
Introduction to Moss Gardening
This outdoor class showcases Mt. Cuba’s unique moss bank – a luxurious carpet of soft green miniature plants. Beth Castelletti, a Mt. Cuba Assistant Horticulturist presents the structure and life cycle of mosses and discusses the many benefits of having a moss garden. Emily Tinalli, Horticulturist for the Brandywine River Museum of Art, introduces you […]
$44
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Carex for Every Garden: Section A
Carex for Every Garden: Section A
Carex are a diverse and versatile, yet underutilized genus of native plants that are overflowing with garden merit. They can fill various niches in landscapes as groundcovers and living mulch, while some can even be used on their own as specimen plants. Traditionally thought of as shade perennials, some Carex species exhibit remarkable tolerances to […]
$29
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Story Time Sprouts
Story Time Sprouts
Get lost in a book in Mt. Cuba’s gardens. Families are invited on Thursday mornings to listen to stories from nature-themed children’s books intended for children ages five and under. Story Time Sprouts typically takes place outside in Bluey’s Woods. This program will be moved indoors in cases of inclement weather. We recommend bringing a […]
Included with Admission
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Top 10 Native Vines
Top 10 Native Vines
Help your garden reach new heights with native vines! Whether scrambling over a split rail fence or cascading from a rustic arbor, vines provide depth, structure, and visual interest to a garden. Learn how to use and grow ten native species that enhance the ecological value of the landscape by providing shelter, food, and nectar […]
$29
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Native Plants of Summer
Native Plants of Summer
Native plants of the mid-Atlantic region are beautiful, inspiring, and critically important for healthy landscapes. From the subdued colors and fragrances of spring wildflowers to the exuberance of summer perennials and the captivating hues of fall foliage, discover a wealth of plants that satisfy your gardening needs throughout the seasons. Using Mt. Cuba Center’s stunning […]
$205
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Spring Art-In
Spring Art-In
Let your creativity blossom while you draw, paint, or photograph Mt. Cuba Center’s natural, beautiful, and ever-changing gardens. Meet other artists and enjoy a lovely day of art and inspiration. This program takes place in-person (at Mt. Cuba Center) Friday, June 3 (Rain Date: Saturday, June 4). Although this is a free event for participating […]
Free for Registered Artists
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Beginner Gardener Workshop – Birds, Bees, and Bad Bugs
Beginner Gardener Workshop – Birds, Bees, and Bad Bugs
This month, discover the best ways to support wildlife in your garden and which plants provide the pest pollinator habitat. Learn how to identify the most common butterflies, bees, and bad bugs that you will see in your garden this summer. This program takes place in-person (at Mt. Cuba Center) Saturday, June 4 About the […]
$19