Beautybush; Kolkwitzia amabilis

Click on program titles for more information and to register.

Registration is required unless otherwise noted.

ART in the Garden

ART IN THE GARDEN TICKETS ARE ON SALE!

Saturday, June 10, 7 - 11 pm

Join us for the garden party of the season as we salute this year's honorees, former board officers, and patrons, Jay Brinkerhoff, Pascal Lalonde, and Monica Richter! Cocktail Reception by David Ellis Events, Live Jazz Music, Silent & Live Auctions.

For sponsorships and tickets, click here!


Thank you to our current Corporate Sponsors!

GOLD - Bassett Associates, Chubb North America

SILVER - Bartlett Tree Experts

BRONZE - Mobility Elevator & Lift Co., Peapack Private Wealth Management, Rosen Kelly Conway Architecture & Design


And see below in OTHER NEWS our ART in the Garden Collaboration with Tea & Oranges for discounts and donations!

Great American Backyard Campout

MEMBERS ONLY

Friday, June 23, 6 pm - Saturday, June 24, 8 am

** Registration is required and begins Wednesday, May 31 at 9 am.** Click here.

Pitch your tent, grab your sleeping bag, and settle in for a special evening on the grounds of the Arboretum. There will be live entertainment, night hikes, and of course, s'mores! This event will be held rain or shine. You must be a Family-level member or above. Members can only sign up immediate family members.

Adult Programs

Spring Tea Fashion Show

Thursday, May 25, 7:00 pm

Don't miss this special evening of tea and sustainable luxury fashion brought to you by ZB Couture and The Secret Tea Room. Enjoy an enchanting tea service before the presentation and a meet and greet with designer Zahra Batool following the show!

Kayaking: Passaic River / Great Swamp Paddle

Sunday, June 4, 1:30 - 4:30 pm

Led by an ACA (American Canoe Association) certified kayak instructor from Kayak East, this tour is rated “Easy” meaning no experience is necessary. Great for all nature lovers, families, and paddlers of any skill level. 

Forest Bathing

Sunday, June 11, 9:30 am - 12 pm

Spending time in nature is good for your mind, body, and spirit. Join Forest Bathing Guide Rich Collins on this slow meditative nature walk, immersing yourself in the Arboretum's surroundings while utilizing all of your senses.

Sound Healing: Crystal Singing Bowls

Wednesday, June 14 and Tuesday, June 20 at 7 pm

Join Tracy Hart for breathing exercises, guided meditation, and crystal singing bowls – all of which promote deep relaxation and healing of the mind and body.

Trip to Andalusia: Historic House, Garden & Arboretum

Thursday, June 15, 8:15 am - 5:00 pm / Join the waitlist!

Join us as we explore this hidden gem on the Delaware River in Bucks County, PA. This special property includes a historic mansion, formal gardens, and woodlands.

JUST ADDED! Sounds of a Summer Night Concert Series

Join us in the garden for our summer concert series on select Wednesday evenings! Grounds open at 6 pm for concertgoers to picnic, and performances begin at 7 pm sharp. Bring your own lawn chair or picnic blanket.

6/28 - Sahara Moon

7/12 - MRB Jazz Project

7/26 - Nikki Briar

8/23 - Alborada Spanish Dance

9/13 - One Fine Tapestry: A Carole King Tribute (please note this concert begins at 6 pm and grounds open at 5 pm)

Free Saturday Garden Tours

Saturdays, now through October 7, 10:30 am and 1:30 pm

Tours last approximately 45 minutes and begin at the Visitors Center. No reservations are required and tours are on a first-come, first-served basis for individuals to learn about the season's highlights. No groups. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

The Secret Tea Room

Cream Tea: Every Wednesday now through July 12

Sunday Afternoon Tea: 6/18 (Father's Day), 7/16

Evening Tea & Fashion Show: Thursday, May 25



FAMILY TEA TIME! Please note, families with children ages 6+ are welcome at the 2 pm seating on Sundays. Make family time extra special with Afternoon Tea!

Children & Family Programs

Summer Camp!

We have a few openings left in Weeks 3, 4, 5, 8, and 10. Come join the fun!


June 26-30 - Fields of Wonder: A Celebration of Nature & the Arts

July 10-14 - Wolf Pack

July 17-21 - Wild Adventures

August 7-11 - Crafty Kids

August 21-25 - Greatest Hits

The Education Center Browsing Library is closing for the summer season and will reopen in September.

New Art Exhibition

Coming Soon!

EFFLORESCENCE: Recycled Paper Art by Kelly Moeykens

Our newest exhibit will be unveiled on Saturday, June 10 at ART in the Garden and will open to the public on Tuesday, June 13. More information coming soon!

Volunteer Opportunities

Registration is required for all volunteer opportunities. Click on the titles below for more information. For questions or to register, email Trish Cassin here.

Summer Camp Jr. Counselors Needed! (ages 14+)

June 12 - August 25, Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 1:30 pm

Ideal candidates are personable, energetic, reliable, and have an appreciation of nature and experience with children. Must be available for a minimum of 4 weeks during the summer camp weeks. (There is no camp the weeks of 6/26 and 7/3.)



Ground Force (ages 14+, 12-13 w/an adult)

Thursdays and Saturdays, 10 am - 12 pm

Join our staff outdoors to maintain and enhance the beauty of our grounds.


Woodland Restoration (ages 18+)

Fridays, 9:30 am - 12:30 pm

Help restore existing trails, plant native trees, remove invasives, and more!

Other News

DRESS IN STYLE FOR ART IN THE GARDEN

Discount at Tea & Oranges!

We are excited to announce a partnership with Tea & Oranges in Downtown Summit in support of this year’s ART in the Garden event on June 10! Shop at this local women’s apparel & accessories boutique from April 1 to June 10 to get something special to wear for this year’s reception: mention ART in the Garden to receive 10% off your entire purchase. Want to shop online? Use discount code artingarden for 10% off your entire purchase, one use per customer.


The real fun (and donations) begin at ART in the Garden on June 10: tag @reevesreedarboretum and @shopteaandoranges on posts/stories from the event in your goodies from t&o. Tea & Oranges will donate $50 for each unique piece from t&o tagged at the event, whether it be apparel, jewelry, bags, shoes, or scarves. Get dressed up, snap some pics, post to Instagram - and have fun supporting ART in the Garden and a local business! 


Tea & Oranges, 316 Springfield Ave, Summit, NJ, 908-287-5193, shopteaandoranges.com, @shopteaandoranges

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Come take a break and spend some time outdoors.

Nature can be healing for your mind, body, and soul.

Reeves-Reed Arboretum

165 Hobart Avenue

Summit, NJ 07901

(908) 273-8787

reeves-reedarboretum.org


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10 am to 4 pm Tuesday - Friday

Grounds Open:

9 am to 4 pm daily (Nov - March)

7 am to 7 pm daily (April - October)

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Programs and events at RRA are made possible, in part, by support from:

Lois Schneider Realtor; Bartlett Tree Experts; Infantini Landscaping; The Oldendorp Group; E.J. Grassmann Trust; Mary Reinhart Stackhouse Foundation; The Summit Foundation; Hyde & Watson Foundation; Union Foundation; Garden Clubs of America; Summit Garden Club; Junior League of Summit; NJ Historic Trust; Stanley Smith Horticultural Trust; Overlook Foundation; Investors Foundation; DEP/Green Acres Grant Program; Union County Board of County Commissioners, a division of the Department of State, through a grant administered by the Union County Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs, Department of Parks & Community Renewal.