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Hershey Gardens Conservatory & Butterfly Atrium will open at noon on Monday, January 20. Outdoor paths will be closed.

Hershey Gardens Conservatory & Butterfly Atrium will open at noon on Monday, January 20. Outdoor paths will be closed.

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Online Presentation: History of Black Horticulture with Abra Lee

July 1, 2021 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

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/> <strong>Free Online Presentation:<br /> Community Read Book Discussion and History of Black Horticulture and Conservation with Abra Lee</strong><br /> <strong>Thursday, July 1 at 7 p.m.</strong></p> <p>Get caught reading as we join local libraries and community partners for the annual Community Read sponsored by Longwood Gardens. Join us in reading “The Home Place: Memoirs of a Colored Man’s Love Affair with Nature” by J. Drew Lanham with the Hershey Public Library and Hershey Gardens. Guest speaker Abra Lee will weave her personal experiences with major themes and ideas in Lanham’s text while discussing the history and significance of black horticulture and conservation.</p> <p>Abra Lee is a national speaker, writer and owner of “Conquer the Soil,”<em> </em>a platform that combines black garden history and current events to raise awareness of horticulture. She has spent “a lot of time in the dirt” as a municipal arborist, extension agent, airport landscape manager and more. Lee is a graduate of Auburn University and alumna of the Longwood Gardens Society of Fellows, a global network of public horticulture professionals.</p> <p><strong>This program is sponsored by Friends of the Hershey Public Library, Manada Conservancy and Hershey Gardens.</strong></p> <p><a href=Pre-registration for this free event is required.  Please register here. 

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July 1, 2021
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5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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9:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Christmas Tree Showcase

December 29, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Christmas Tree Showcase

Friday, November 22 through Sunday, January 5 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas, Closes at 3 p.m. on Christmas Eve) Located in the Milton & Catherine Hershey...

1 event, 30

9:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Christmas Tree Showcase

December 30, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Christmas Tree Showcase

Friday, November 22 through Sunday, January 5 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas, Closes at 3 p.m. on Christmas Eve) Located in the Milton & Catherine Hershey...

1 event, 31

9:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Christmas Tree Showcase

December 31, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Christmas Tree Showcase

Friday, November 22 through Sunday, January 5 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas, Closes at 3 p.m. on Christmas Eve) Located in the Milton & Catherine Hershey...

1 event, 1

9:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Christmas Tree Showcase

January 1 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Christmas Tree Showcase

Friday, November 22 through Sunday, January 5 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas, Closes at 3 p.m. on Christmas Eve) Located in the Milton & Catherine Hershey...

1 event, 2

9:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Christmas Tree Showcase

January 2 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Christmas Tree Showcase

Friday, November 22 through Sunday, January 5 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas, Closes at 3 p.m. on Christmas Eve) Located in the Milton & Catherine Hershey...

1 event, 3

9:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Christmas Tree Showcase

January 3 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Christmas Tree Showcase

Friday, November 22 through Sunday, January 5 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas, Closes at 3 p.m. on Christmas Eve) Located in the Milton & Catherine Hershey...

2 events, 4

9:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Christmas Tree Showcase

January 4 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Christmas Tree Showcase

Friday, November 22 through Sunday, January 5 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas, Closes at 3 p.m. on Christmas Eve) Located in the Milton & Catherine Hershey...

9:30 am - 1:00 pm Event Series

Crafty Christmas Creations

January 4 @ 9:30 am - 1:00 pm Event Series

Crafty Christmas Creations

Calling All Kids!  November 23, 30, December 7, 14, 21, 28 and January 4 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Perfect for kids of all ages. Join in the fun of...

1 event, 5

9:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Christmas Tree Showcase

January 5 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Christmas Tree Showcase

Friday, November 22 through Sunday, January 5 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas, Closes at 3 p.m. on Christmas Eve) Located in the Milton & Catherine Hershey...

1 event, 6

8:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Hershey Gardens CLOSED for winter maintenance

January 6 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Hershey Gardens CLOSED for winter maintenance

Please note that Hershey Gardens is closed Monday, January 6 through Friday, January 10, 2025 for routine maintenance.  We apologize for any inconvenience.

1 event, 7

8:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Hershey Gardens CLOSED for winter maintenance

January 7 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Hershey Gardens CLOSED for winter maintenance

Please note that Hershey Gardens is closed Monday, January 6 through Friday, January 10, 2025 for routine maintenance.  We apologize for any inconvenience.

1 event, 8

8:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Hershey Gardens CLOSED for winter maintenance

January 8 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Hershey Gardens CLOSED for winter maintenance

Please note that Hershey Gardens is closed Monday, January 6 through Friday, January 10, 2025 for routine maintenance.  We apologize for any inconvenience.

1 event, 9

8:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Hershey Gardens CLOSED for winter maintenance

January 9 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Hershey Gardens CLOSED for winter maintenance

Please note that Hershey Gardens is closed Monday, January 6 through Friday, January 10, 2025 for routine maintenance.  We apologize for any inconvenience.

1 event, 10

8:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Hershey Gardens CLOSED for winter maintenance

January 10 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Hershey Gardens CLOSED for winter maintenance

Please note that Hershey Gardens is closed Monday, January 6 through Friday, January 10, 2025 for routine maintenance.  We apologize for any inconvenience.

1 event, 11

10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series

Guided Walk

January 11 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series

Guided Walk

Join Dr. Ray Barbehenn, a biologist with an expertise in plant ecology, for an hour-long adventure through the gardens as you learn about plants and trees throughout the seasons. Bring...

1 event, 12

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Event Series

Winter Highlights Walk

January 12 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Event Series

Winter Highlights Walk

Join us for a Winter Highlight Walk! Sunday, January 12, 2025 at 2 p.m. Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 12 p.m. Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 12 p.m. Join friends...

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1 event, 18

10:00 am - 12:00 pm Event Series

Winter Bird Watch

January 18 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Event Series

Winter Bird Watch

Saturday, January 18, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Habitat & Feeding Saturday, February 15, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Citizen Science & Identification with Quittapahilla Audubon Society (Great Backyard Bird...

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1 event, 24

10:00 am - 11:30 am Event Series

Eco-Fiction Book Group

January 24 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am Event Series

Eco-Fiction Book Group

Join us quarterly to explore works of eco-fiction, nature and environment-oriented works, which often include a human element. It is not necessary to attend all sessions—join when you can! New...

2 events, 25

10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series

Guided Walk

January 25 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series

Guided Walk

Join Dr. Ray Barbehenn, a biologist with an expertise in plant ecology, for an hour-long adventure through the gardens as you learn about plants and trees throughout the seasons. Bring...

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Event Series

Winter Highlights Walk

January 25 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Event Series

Winter Highlights Walk

Join us for a Winter Highlight Walk! Sunday, January 12, 2025 at 2 p.m. Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 12 p.m. Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 12 p.m. Join friends...

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1 event, 30

2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Annual Orchid Show & Sale: Member Preview

January 30 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Annual Orchid Show & Sale: Member Preview

Annual Orchid Show & Sale “For the Love of Orchids,” by the Susquehanna Orchid Society Member-Only Preview: Thursday, January 30, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Open to the Public: Friday,...

1 event, 31

9:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Annual Orchid Show & Sale

January 31 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Annual Orchid Show & Sale

Annual Orchid Show & Sale “For the Love of Orchids,” by the Susquehanna Orchid Society Member-Only Preview: Thursday, January 30, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Open to the Public: Friday,...

2 events, 1

9:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Annual Orchid Show & Sale

February 1 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Annual Orchid Show & Sale

Annual Orchid Show & Sale “For the Love of Orchids,” by the Susquehanna Orchid Society Member-Only Preview: Thursday, January 30, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Open to the Public: Friday,...

10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series

Guided Walk

February 1 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series

Guided Walk

Join Dr. Ray Barbehenn, a biologist with an expertise in plant ecology, for an hour-long adventure through the gardens as you learn about plants and trees throughout the seasons. Bring...

December 29
December 29, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Christmas Tree Showcase

December 30
December 30, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Christmas Tree Showcase

December 31
December 31, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Christmas Tree Showcase

January 1
January 1 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Christmas Tree Showcase

January 2
January 2 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Christmas Tree Showcase

January 3
January 3 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Christmas Tree Showcase

January 4
January 4 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Christmas Tree Showcase

January 4 @ 9:30 am - 1:00 pm Event Series

Crafty Christmas Creations

January 5
January 5 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Christmas Tree Showcase

January 6
January 6 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Hershey Gardens CLOSED for winter maintenance

January 7
January 7 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Hershey Gardens CLOSED for winter maintenance

January 8
January 8 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Hershey Gardens CLOSED for winter maintenance

January 9
January 9 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Hershey Gardens CLOSED for winter maintenance

January 10
January 10 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Hershey Gardens CLOSED for winter maintenance

January 11
January 11 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series

Guided Walk

January 12
January 12 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Event Series

Winter Highlights Walk

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January 18
January 18 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Event Series

Winter Bird Watch

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January 24
January 24 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am Event Series

Eco-Fiction Book Group

January 25
January 25 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series

Guided Walk

January 25 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Event Series

Winter Highlights Walk

January 30
January 30 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Annual Orchid Show & Sale: Member Preview

January 31
January 31 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Annual Orchid Show & Sale

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January 24
January 24 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am Event Series

Eco-Fiction Book Group

January 25
January 25 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series

Guided Walk

January 25 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Event Series

Winter Highlights Walk

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  • There are no events on this day.
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  • There are no events on this day.
January 30
January 30 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Annual Orchid Show & Sale: Member Preview

January 31
January 31 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Annual Orchid Show & Sale

February 1
February 1 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Annual Orchid Show & Sale

February 1 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series

Guided Walk

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