Exhibit: “The Future is Botanical” by the Philadelphia Society of Botanical Illustrators
2025-03-28 09:00 - 17:00, 2025-03-29 09:00 - 17:00, 2025-03-30 09:00 - 17:00, 2025-03-31 09:00 - 17:00, 2025-04-01 09:00 - 17:00, 2025-04-02 09:00 - 17:00, 2025-04-03 09:00 - 17:00, 2025-04-04 09:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) and 15 more dates
“The Future is Botanical” by The Philadelphia Society of Botanical Illustrators is an exhibition of 12 stunning botanical paintings which depict plants that provide benefits to Earth’s environments, wildlife and human population. The title is a reprise of the Philadelphia Horticultural Society Flower Show theme, and artwork is from the 2025 show.
Included in admission, free for members.

Guided Walk
2025-03-29 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-04-05 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-04-19 10:00 - 11:00
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 your curiosity!
Included with admission, free for members.

Manada Conservancy presents "Who's In Your Garden?"
2025-04-03 19:00 - 20:00
Manada Conservancy presents “Who’s In Your Garden?” Dr. Randi Wilfert Eckel, PhD
Ever wonder what those creatures are that are crawling, flying, and eating their way through your garden? Many of us use native plants to attract butterflies and bees, but what else might you find and what does that mean? Join Dr. Randi Eckel of Toadshade Wildflower Farm as she identifies the insects (and some other creatures) found in local gardens and offers a glimpse into their lives and ecological value.
This program is free and open to the public.
Please register by contacting Manada Conservancy at office@manada.org or 717-566-4122.

Spring Homeschool Day: Spring into Birding
2025-04-15 09:30 - 12:30
Tuesday, April 15 from 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Hershey Gardens is home to migratory and resident birds! Discover what makes a great habitat, learn about their amazing adaptations and conservation efforts to protect our backyard and birds of prey. Program is appropriate for grades K-12.
Special Guests: Hawk Mountain Sanctuary, Quittapahilla Audubon Society, PA Game Commission, and “Bird Banding Conservation in our Local Community” with Katie Hess, Curator, Animal Care Education Center Classroom, ZooAmerica.
Scheduled Presentations:
10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.: Birds of Prey* with Hawk Mountain Sanctuary,
in the Educational and Horticultural Wing
*Due to statewide concerns of the highly pathogenic avian influenza, there is a possibility that they may not bring live birds.
$11 per student, $13 per adult; includes admission to Hershey Gardens and the Butterfly Atrium
Free for ages 2 and under
Registration required here. Registration closes on April 13 at 11:59 p.m.
Please note: Homeschool Day provides a service beyond regular Gardens admission, therefore, no discounts, passes, or memberships are accepted. Program will be held rain or shine.

Earth Day Weekend
2025-04-19 09:00 - 17:00
Kids can receive an Earth Day themed scavenger hunt and sticker when visiting the Gardens!
On Saturday, purchase ice cream treats with Sarah’s Creamery from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Included in admission, free for members.

Easter Sunrise Service
2025-04-20 06:30 - 08:00
Enjoy a Hershey Gardens tradition that began in 1947. This non-denominational service is provided by the Hershey Ministerium.
No admission fee prior to 8 a.m.
Gates open at 6 a.m. Guests must exit by 8 a.m.
