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Fall 2024 Pumpkin, Squash, and Gourd Displays

October 17, 2024|

The Arboretum is crazy for cucurbits and celebrates them every autumn by livening up our seasonal displays and hosting our annual Pumpkin Fest that all are welcome to attend each October! The colorful bounty that you may see when strolling the gardens this fall showcases the Cucurbitaceae family, which includes squash, cucumbers, and melons.

Upcoming Events

07 Nov

Join us for a bird walk guided by an avian expert! Late fall and winter are a great time to view resident [...]

Bird Walk

8:00 am - 9:30 am

07 Nov

Volunteers who have completed an application and have arranged a start date with our volunteer coordinator can join our gardening staff on [...]

Botanic Gardens Volunteer Session

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

12 Nov

Volunteers who have completed an application and have arranged a start date with our volunteer coordinator can join our gardening staff on [...]

Botanic Gardens Volunteer Session

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

12 Nov

Sketch your art out during this free drop-in class for adults! Explore a variety of art materials and techniques as we connect art and nature.

Nature Sketching

10:00 am - 11:30 am

14 Nov

Volunteers who have completed an application and have arranged a start date with our volunteer coordinator can join our gardening staff on [...]

Botanic Gardens Volunteer Session

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

15 Nov

Join the Central Pennsylvania Observers (and their telescopes) for a night of drop-in stargazing on the Event Lawn!

Star Party

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm