Category: News & Press Releases

November 17, 2015

Bartram’s Garden exec. director Maitreyi Roy joins Mayor-elect Kenney’s transition team

Maitreyi Roy, the executive director of Bartram’s Garden, has been asked to serve on the transition team for Philadelphia Mayor-elect Jim Kenney. This is a group of 170 metropolitan residents representing…

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October 27, 2015

Yoga at Bartram’s Garden

Align and Flow yoga classes on the beautiful grounds of the country’s first botanical garden are on hiatus for the winter. All levels will recommence in the springtime. SCHEDULE (*subject…

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October 16, 2015

Bartram’s Garden receives grant from The William Penn Foundation

Bartram’s Garden is pleased to be the recipient of a $2 million, three-year grant from The William Penn Foundation. This funding will increase access to the Schuylkill River and promote…

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September 4, 2015

Fall Plant Sale at the Philadelphia Honey Festival (Sept. 13)

Here is the list of plants that will be available at the Bartram’s Garden Fall Plant Sale, to be held during the Honey Festival on September 13. Come early for…

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July 30, 2015

All about Bartram’s Bitters

When you stop by the Welcome Center, you’ll find a number of items are available to enhance your experience at Bartram’s Garden. Cool off with ice cream from Little Baby’s,…

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July 16, 2015

FREE RIVER PADDLING IS HERE

  Bartram’s Garden is a place where people of all ages can access one of Philly’s greatest natural resources, the Tidal Schuylkill River (the lower section of the river, south…

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July 15, 2015

The Bartram’s Garden Farmers Market – Every Thursday!

Come enjoy our farmers market each Thursday afternoon at the corner of 54th and Lindbergh Blvd., just outside the entrance to Bartram’s Garden. Open from 3:30pm to 6:00pm, the farm…

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July 13, 2015

FREE CONCERT: Tower of Song (July 18)

Tower of Song, a pop-up choir, travels between the Washington, DC and Philadelphia areas for performances during the summer months. The all-female choral group is comprised of six classically trained…

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May 12, 2015

NEWS: The Carr Garden project begins

The first major garden restoration project at Bartram’s Garden in nearly a century is now underway. Located to the west of the historic house, the Carr Garden was originally the…

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Biking & Walking

Stroll the Schuylkill River Trail or join us for biking!

Birds

Look up! More than 100 species of birds rely on this ecosystem.

Boating & Fishing

Enjoy all that the Tidal Schuylkill River has to offer.

Flowers, Plants & Trees

See what’s blooming, find a favorite tree, and stroll the gardens and natural lands.

Gardening

Bring the Garden home! Shop for plants or grow food, trees, and more.

History

Uncover the interconnected stories of this historic site.

Kids' Activities

Join us year-round to learn, make, share, and wonder.

Sankofa Community Farm

“Go back and get it!” Growing food sovereignty with an African Diaspora focus.

Southwest Philadelphia

Resources and opportunities especially for neighbors in Southwest Philly.

Water Quality

Find our latest data on the river’s bacteria levels and recent rainfall.

Workshops, Wellness & Culture

Enjoy upcoming workshops, self-care, and events. Are you a Southwest artist? Let’s partner!

Youth Internships

Calling Southwest students: paid internships available with the river, the farm, and the trees.