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Nurturing local nonprofits and preserving Van Vleck House & Gardens

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Van Vleck House & Gardens

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News of Note

Interested in volunteering to set up the Spring Plant Sale? Please sign up HERE. If you would like to help during the sale, sign up HERE. Thank you!

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The Gardens are open to visitors daily unless a special event is noted:

The Wisteria terrace and formal lawn behind the House will be closed to visitors on the following dates: March 23, 29 and 31. On April 2, our irrigation system will be turned on and tested – beware of the sprinklers!

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Anyone planning on taking posed photos or videography on our private property MUST obtain a photography permit before visiting. Please click or scan the code below.

Upcoming Events

The Montclair Foundation/Van Vleck House & Gardens has many events throughout the year. See what's upcoming and sign up today.

04/06 at 2:00pm

Second Sunday Concert Series - Teatro Nuovo

05/01 at 5:30pm

Spring Plant Sale - Members' Preview

05/02 at 9:00am

Annual Spring Plant Sale at Van Vleck Gardens

05/03 at 9:00am

Annual Spring Plant Sale at Van Vleck Gardens

05/04 at 9:00am

Annual Spring Plant Sale at Van Vleck Gardens

05/11 at 2:00pm

Second Sunday Concert Series - Mother's Day Concert

05/30 at 11:00am

Roses to Rock Gardens 25

05/31 at 11:00am

Roses to Rock Gardens 25

06/15 at 12:00pm

Cats in the Garden 2025

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Upcoming Classes

The Montclair Foundation/Van Vleck House & Gardens offer many classes throughout the year. See what's upcoming and sign up today.

03/31 at 9:30am

Monday Morning Hybrid Yoga - Early Spring Session

04/01 at 7:00pm

Awakening From Grief

04/02 at 1:00pm

Tales on the Trails - Signs of Spring

04/02 at 7:00pm

Virtual Meditation Class

04/03 at 1:30pm

MILL Classes at Van Vleck - Dividing and Transplanting Outdoor Plants

04/07 at 9:30am

Monday Morning Hybrid Yoga - Early Spring Session

04/08 at 7:00pm

Awakening From Grief

04/09 at 7:00pm

Virtual Meditation Class

04/14 at 9:30am

Monday Morning Hybrid Yoga - Early Spring Session

04/15 at 10:00am

Outdoor Adventures - Friend to the Earth

04/16 at 7:00pm

Virtual Meditation Class

04/21 at 9:30am

Monday Morning Hybrid Yoga - Early Spring Session

04/22 at 1:00pm

Garden Inspirations: Blossoming of Spring with Sharon Pitts

04/23 at 7:00pm

Virtual Meditation Class

04/28 at 9:30am

Monday Morning Hybrid Yoga - Early Spring Session

04/29 at 1:00pm

Garden Inspirations: Blossoming of Spring with Sharon Pitts

04/30 at 7:00pm

Virtual Meditation Class

05/05 at 9:30am

Monday Morning Hybrid Yoga - Late Spring Session

05/06 at 1:00pm

Garden Inspirations: Blossoming of Spring with Sharon Pitts

05/08 at 4:00pm

Garden to Table - Rainbow Salad

05/12 at 9:30am

Monday Morning Hybrid Yoga - Late Spring Session

05/13 at 1:00pm

Garden Inspirations: Blossoming of Spring with Sharon Pitts

05/14 at 7:00pm

Virtual Meditation Class

05/17 at 10:00am

Outdoor Adventures - Garden Critters

05/19 at 9:30am

Monday Morning Hybrid Yoga - Late Spring Session

05/20 at 1:00pm

Garden Inspirations: Blossoming of Spring with Sharon Pitts

05/21 at 7:00pm

Virtual Meditation Class

05/27 at 1:00pm

Garden Inspirations: Blossoming of Spring with Sharon Pitts

05/27 at 6:30pm

Yoga in the Garden

05/28 at 7:00pm

Virtual Meditation Class

05/29 at 1:30pm

MILL Classes at Van Vleck - Rhododendrons and Their Friends

06/02 at 9:30am

Monday Morning Hybrid Yoga - Late Spring Session

06/03 at 6:30pm

Yoga in the Garden

06/04 at 7:00pm

Virtual Meditation Class

06/05 at 1:30pm

MILL Classes at Van Vleck - Spring Seasonal Interest Walk

06/09 at 9:30am

Monday Morning Hybrid Yoga - Late Spring Session

06/10 at 6:30pm

Yoga in the Garden

06/11 at 7:00pm

Virtual Meditation Class

06/12 at 1:30pm

MILL Classes at Van Vleck - Solar Prints

06/12 at 4:00pm

Garden to Table - Fruit Pizza

06/16 at 9:30am

Monday Morning Hybrid Yoga - Late Spring Session

06/17 at 6:30pm

Yoga in the Garden

06/18 at 1:00pm

Tales on the Trails - Busy Bees

06/18 at 7:00pm

Virtual Meditation Class

06/19 at 1:30pm

MILL Classes at Van Vleck - Landscape Resiliency

06/21 at 10:00am

Outdoor Adventures - Sunflowers & Summer Blooms

06/23 at 9:30am

Monday Morning Hybrid Yoga - Late Spring Session

06/24 at 6:30pm

Yoga in the Garden

06/25 at 7:00pm

Virtual Meditation Class

06/26 at 1:30pm

MILL Classes at Van Vleck - Sustainable Garden Practices Tour

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Welcome to this beautiful oasis in the heart of Montclair.

— THE MONTCLAIR FOUNDATION/VAN VLECK HOUSE & GARDENS

A center for horticulture, education, music, art and quiet contemplation, the gardens are open to the public for their enjoyment and the house is available to nonprofits for meetings and events.

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Plan Your Visit

Use our gardens map, check our plant list, or take a virtual tour.

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Become a Member

Perks include priority registration, discount pricing, free/reduced admission to events, and more.

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Make a Difference

Support the arts, family services and underserved communities in Montclair.

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Apply for a Grant

The Montclair Foundation provides grants bi-annually to a broad range of 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations working to improve our community.

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Plan your nonprofit event at VVH&G

Beauty and tranquility abound amid 5.8 acres of landscaped gardens. The main house provides a perfect setting for your important fundraiser, meetings or off-site gatherings.

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Donations are appreciated

The Montclair Foundation/Van Vleck House & Gardens depend on the generosity of volunteers and donors. We are grateful for your support.

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