HOURS
Gardens and trails are open Wednesday through Sunday from 10 am-6 pm. Plan your visit today!
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
Gardens and trails are open Wednesday through Sunday from 10 am-6 pm. Plan your visit today!
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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Guided Trails Hike
Guided Trails Hike
Learn about Mt. Cuba’s approach to land management and the events that shape our past, current, and future landscapes. Become empowered to take ecologically beneficial actions to support native wildlife and habitats with the effects of climate change in mind. Bring water and be prepared to hike steep paths and uneven terrain throughout our natural […]
Free – $3
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Story Time Sprouts
Story Time Sprouts
Get lost in a book in Mt. Cuba’s gardens. Listen to stories from nature-themed children’s books ideal for kids ages five and under. Meet on the Upper Lawn in Bluey’s Woods. We recommend bringing a blanket to sit on. No reservations required.This program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center Thursday, June 29, 2023 Buy […]
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Story Time Sprouts
Story Time Sprouts
Get lost in a book in Mt. Cuba’s gardens. Listen to stories from nature-themed children’s books ideal for kids ages five and under. Meet on the Upper Lawn in Bluey’s Woods. We recommend bringing a blanket to sit on. No reservations required.This program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center Thursday, July 6, 2023 Buy […]
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Christina Cultural Arts Center in the Garden
Christina Cultural Arts Center in the Garden
Dance to the beat of your own drum while students and staff from Christina Cultural Arts Center showcase their talents in our gardens. Create and express yourself with family-friendly activities as you unwind from the week and enjoy a variety of live dance, voice, and musical performances. Food and beverages are available for purchase. This […]
Free – $15
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Plants that Like “Wet Feet”
Plants that Like “Wet Feet”
Finding plants that will grow in wet conditions around ponds, along streams, or in rain gardens, can be a challenge. Learn which native plants thrive in moisture-laden soil, tolerate sun or shade, provide seasonal interest, and attract water-loving birds and amphibians. See the plants associated with Mt. Cuba’s ponds and learn how to transform a […]
$29
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Garden Enthusiast Tour
Garden Enthusiast Tour
Take an in-depth look at the gardens and discover how to apply 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. Tours include walking over rolling terrain and mulched paths. Tickets include admission […]
$4 – $19
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Milkweed and Monarchs: Section A
Milkweed and Monarchs: Section A
The study and preservation of the iconic monarch butterfly is a focal area for the conservation and research team at Mt. Cuba. Join Ellen Lake, director of conservation and research, and Sam Hoadley, manager of horticultural research, who will introduce the monarch’s biology and interactions with milkweed and discuss the fascinating nature of their migration. […]
$29
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Milkweed and Monarchs: Section B
Milkweed and Monarchs: Section B
The study and preservation of the iconic monarch butterfly is a focal area for the conservation and research team at Mt. Cuba. Join Ellen Lake, director of conservation and research, and Sam Hoadley, manager of horticultural research, who will introduce the monarch’s biology and interactions with milkweed and discuss the fascinating nature of their migration. […]
$29
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Plant Disease Management
Plant Disease Management
Gardening with nature requires knowledge of the various pathogenic fungi, bacteria, and viruses that affect native plants and the environmental conditions that lead to infection. Become your own plant health detective and learn the signs and symptoms of the most common plant diseases. Study disease life cycles and discuss management strategies for prevention and control, […]
$169
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T’ai Chi Chih®: Guided Practice
T’ai Chi Chih®: Guided Practice
For those who have completed the introductory-level class, guided practice is an ideal way to gain even greater physical and mental health benefits through closer examination and refinement of T’ai Chi Chih®’s 20 simple movements. Instruction is very flexible, addressing the needs of individual students while sharing the experience of fellow practitioners. Comfortable clothing is […]
$132
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Story Time Sprouts
Story Time Sprouts
Get lost in a book in Mt. Cuba’s gardens. Listen to stories from nature-themed children’s books ideal for kids ages five and under. Meet on the Upper Lawn in Bluey’s Woods. We recommend bringing a blanket to sit on. No reservations required.This program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center Thursday, July 13, 2023 Buy […]
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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. Food, beer, and wine will be available for purchase. For more details, visit mtcubacenter.org/twilight. Music: Genesis Z & The Black Mambas (Rock) Food Trucks: The Box Lunch & Bivouac Pizza This program takes […]
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Canceled: Water Quality Improvement without Chemicals
Canceled: Water Quality Improvement without Chemicals
This program has been canceled as of June 23, 2023. Plants have been keeping water bodies clean and healthy for millions of years. Learn some ways to address concerns before they become a problem and how to correct them if they already have. There are very creative ways to curb excess nutrients in all types […]
$29
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Pond Container Gardening
Pond Container Gardening
Pond pots, sometimes referred to as “still pots,” nestle nicely into small spaces, such as balconies or decks, but they can also be tucked into nooks and crannies in spacious gardens. Kelly Billing, coauthor of The Water Gardener’s Bible and The Lotus: Know It and Grow It, demonstrates how you can turn just about anything […]
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Story Time Sprouts
Story Time Sprouts
Get lost in a book in Mt. Cuba’s gardens. Listen to stories from nature-themed children’s books ideal for kids ages five and under. Meet on the Upper Lawn in Bluey’s Woods. We recommend bringing a blanket to sit on. No reservations required.This program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center Thursday, July 20, 2023 Buy […]
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Bats and Your Backyard Habitat: Section A
Bats and Your Backyard Habitat: Section A
These little flying mammals are great hunters of insects, eating more than 600 mosquitoes per hour! Learn about the eight species of bats native to Delaware, where they live, and how to include suitable shelters and landscape elements for bats in your yard. Then walk Mt. Cuba’s property to scout locations where bats are likely […]
$29
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Leaf-Casting Workshop: Section A
Leaf-Casting Workshop: Section A
Encapsulate the splendor of nature in a resilient and functional piece of garden art using cement and real foliage as the mold. The cupped leaf sculpture creates a miniature water feature, attracting birds and butterflies to your garden. It’s sure to add a new dimension to your backyard retreat. Wear old clothes and bring a […]
$39
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Native Alternatives to Invasive Ornamentals
Native Alternatives to Invasive Ornamentals
Non-native invasive plants, like Japanese barberry and English ivy, damage our environment by invading natural areas and outcompeting native plants. To help stop the spread, the Delaware state legislature recently passed a law banning the sale of 36 invasive plant species. Join Leah Brooks as she presents beautiful native alternatives to these invasive ornamentals and […]
$29
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Family Yoga
Family Yoga
Join local family-friendly yoga practice Petite Yogi for an outdoor yoga session in our South Garden. From beginners to experienced yogis, children ages four and up with an adult are invited to take this exciting yoga class designed to strengthen family bonds. Participants are encouraged to bring their own mats. (Weather Permitting) This program takes […]
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Integrated Pest Management
Integrated Pest Management
Every garden is home to a host of life. Unfortunately, some of the six- and eight-legged inhabitants are detrimental to the health and survival of plants. Learn how to manage insect pests in your garden using a “sustainable toolbox” approach. Focus on integrated pest management techniques as well as the identification of both harmful and […]
$229
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Story Time Sprouts
Story Time Sprouts
Get lost in a book in Mt. Cuba’s gardens. Listen to stories from nature-themed children’s books ideal for kids ages five and under. Meet on the Upper Lawn in Bluey’s Woods. We recommend bringing a blanket to sit on. No reservations required.This program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center Thursday, July 27, 2023 Buy […]
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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. Food, beer, and wine will be available for purchase. For more details, visit mtcubacenter.org/twilight. Music: Nic Snow (Pop, R&B) Food Trucks: The Box Lunch & Outlandish This program takes place in person at […]
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