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!
Upcoming
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Calendar of Events
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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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2 events,
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Ecological Arboriculture: Section B
Ecological Arboriculture: Section B
Develop a deeper connection to trees by understanding their outsized role in our natural ecosystems. Trees provide habitat and food. They support nutrient cycling in forest systems through leaf-drop and decomposition, mediate temperatures, mitigate storm water, and soil erosion, and are culturally significant to the mid-Atlantic region. Examine the ecological features of trees while learning […]
$229
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Owl Howl: Section A
Owl Howl: Section A
Many people have heard an owl, but few have ever seen one. Mt. Cuba’s varied landscapes and topography provide the ideal habitats for three of Delaware’s native owl species – the barred, great horned, and Eastern screech – and winter is the best time to spot them roosting in our trees. Owls are nocturnal so […]
$29
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4 events,
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Compact Composting
Compact Composting
Turn your trash to treasure with home-scale composting. Transform everyday kitchen scraps into nutrient-rich treasure (compost) that makes plants flourish. Learn the key elements of creating compost at home, what materials can be safely composted, and how to keep the compost bin from smelling. Storage bin options will be discussed and demonstrated. This program takes […]
$29
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Nature Play Day
Nature Play Day
Discover the wild side of Mt. Cuba with a day of outdoor fun in our natural lands. Take to the open skies by flying a kite, touch-a-truck and tractor, navigate a nature obstacle course, and more! Embrace your inner explorer on a guided hike through rolling terrain. A variety of food and beverage selections will […]
Included with garden admission
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Canceled: Guided Trails Hike
Canceled: Guided Trails Hike
This program has been canceled as of 11/3/23. 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 […]
Free – $3
1 event,
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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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1 event,
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Pyrography: Woodburning Art for Beginners: Section A
Pyrography: Woodburning Art for Beginners: Section A
Create your own beautiful wood-burned artwork in this one-of-a-kind workshop. Discover different woodburning techniques, compare how different types of wood burn, and explore your artistic side by creating various textures, shapes, and designs with a simple-to-use wood-burning pen. All supplies are provided, just bring your creative spirit! This program takes place in person at Mt. […]
$44
1 event,
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Owl Howl: Section B
Owl Howl: Section B
Many people have heard an owl, but few have ever seen one. Mt. Cuba’s varied landscapes and topography provide the ideal habitats for three of Delaware’s native owl species – the barred, great horned, and Eastern screech – and winter is the best time to spot them roosting in our trees. Owls are nocturnal so […]
$29
3 events,
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Pyrography: Woodburning Art for Beginners: Section B
Pyrography: Woodburning Art for Beginners: Section B
Create your own beautiful wood-burned artwork in this one-of-a-kind workshop. Discover different woodburning techniques, compare how different types of wood burn, and explore your artistic side by creating various textures, shapes, and designs with a simple-to-use wood-burning pen. All supplies are provided, just bring your creative spirit! This program takes place in person at Mt. […]
$44
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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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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
1 event,
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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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Thanksgiving Tablescape: Section A
Thanksgiving Tablescape: Section A
Come and learn how to transform the fruits of the harvest into a lovely fall centerpiece and tablescape. Participants will use a variety of fall fruits and veggies as vessels to create several fall floral designs. All supplies are provided but please bring hand pruners and a medium to large box to transport your finished […]
$79
4 events,
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Perennials for Late-Season Interest
Perennials for Late-Season Interest
Join Leah Brooks as she highlights a variety of native perennials that offer late season color, texture, and visual interest. From asters to ferns to sedges, you will be inspired to create your own beautiful and ecologically vibrant fall garden. This class is rain or shine. Dress for the weather. This program takes place in […]
$29
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Thanksgiving Tablescape: Section B
Thanksgiving Tablescape: Section B
Come and learn how to transform the fruits of the harvest into a lovely fall centerpiece and tablescape. Participants will use a variety of fall fruits and veggies as vessels that will then be used to create several fall floral designs. All supplies are provided but please bring hand pruners and a medium to large […]
$79
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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
2 events,
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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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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