Arboretum & Gardens 
Open every day of the week, hours vary seasonally
March 15 – April 30, from 9 AM – 7 PM
May 1 – August 31, from 9 AM – 8 PM
September 1 – 30, from 9 AM – 7 PM

October 1 – March 14, from 9 AM – 5 PM

The Garden Shop at Jenkins
Open every day of the week: 9 AM – 6 PM

John J. Willaman Education Center
Open every day of the week: 9 AM – 6 PM

Notice: Ongoing utility work is underway on roads surrounding Jenkins. Please be prepared for temporary disruptions in traffic flow as travel to the gardens.

Educational Programs and Events

Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens is a living, growing, vibrant classroom for people of all ages. From seed propagation workshops to kids nature exploration, rhododendron lectures to botanical illustration, yoga practice to bird walks, there is always something new to learn, create, or experience at Jenkins!

PROGRAM AND EVENT PUBLICATIONS
Click below to download our current Programs at a Glance and program/event catalog:
Summer + Fall 2024 Programs at a Glance
Summer + Fall 2024 Program and Event Listings

ONLINE REGISTRATION
Registration is required for all programs, unless stated otherwise. Program and event prices do not include Eventbrite processing fees. Click here for Jenkins’ online program and event registration via Eventbrite. You can also view our programs by category:

Art & Photography
Fall Planting Week (Sep 16-22)
Gardening & Nature
Special Events
Third Thursday Lectures
Wellness Classes
Youth Programs

CAREGIVER REGISTRATION POLICY
Registration is free for a caregiver accompanying a program participant with a disability. Please contact programs@jenkinsarboretum.org to register for a caregiver.

CANCELLATIONS
Please inform us of cancellations at least five days before the program. No refund will be issued if cancellation is made less than five days prior to the program start date. Jenkins reserves the rights to cancel any program if necessary. In the case of cancellation by Jenkins, registration fees will be refunded.

Check out our virtual program archives here.

Learn about our current and upcoming art exhibitions and receptions here.

Contact programs@jenkinsarboretum.org with questions or for more information. 

Introduction to Photography: Wildlife Edition

Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, United States

Unlock the secrets of digital photography!SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28Introduction to Photography: Wildlife Edition10:00 AM–12:00 PMTroy Bynum, Naturalist and Owner of TB Wildlife Photography LLCUnlock the secrets of digital photography! This hands-on course delves into the essentials of aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. Perfect for beginners and seasoned photographers alike, explore troubleshooting techniques and cultivate the skills needed to capture images with your unique artistic flair. Learn how to confidently use manual settings to photograph wildlife and

$45.00 - $50.00

Opening Reception: Nature’s Palette

Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, United States

Join us for the opening reception of Nature's Palette: Paintings by Radhika Srinivas on Sunday, September 29 from 2 – 4 PM. All are welcome; registration is not required.Through vivid hues and fluid strokes, Radhika Srinivas invites you to experience the dynamic beauty of nature’s ever-shifting canvas. Drawing inspiration from the local landscape, many of the artworks featured in this exhibition were painted en plein air at Jenkins. Join us for a visual journey that highlights the

Free

Golf Cart Garden Tours

Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, United States

Explore Jenkins in a new way with a golf cart tour! WEDNESDAYS, JULY 3 – NOVEMBER 13 Golf Cart Garden Tours 11:00 – 11:45 AM Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens Staff Explore Jenkins in a new way! Golf cart tours are a great option for those who are not able to enjoy the beauty of the gardens due to the sloping terrain. This guided tour will feature seasonal garden highlights, a behind-the-scenes visit to the apiary

Free