Our gardens are the perfect place to spend a sunny afternoon.
Our Gardens have something new blooming every season.
The Montclair Foundation
Nurturing local nonprofits and preserving Van Vleck House & Gardens
Learn about our dual mission of community grant-giving and the preservation of the historic Van Vleck House & Gardens.
Sign up for one of our many nature themed classes and programs for kids and families and our wellness and horticultural classes for adults.
Van Vleck House & Gardens
The Gardens will be closed to the public after 4PM on June 5th and 19th.
The Wisteria terrace and formal lawn behind the House will be closed to visitors on the following dates: May 16th and 19th, and after 4PM on May 15th, June 5th, 19th & 20th.
Roses to Rock Gardens 25th anniversary tour is coming! Tickets to the Saturday special lecture or to the garden Tour can be found by clicking the image below. This year’s guest speaker will be Montclair resident, Jennifer Bernstein, New York Botanical Garden CEO and The William C. Steere Sr. President.
The Montclair Foundation/Van Vleck House & Gardens has many events throughout the year. See what's upcoming and sign up today.
05/30 at 11:00am
05/31 at 11:00am
06/06 at 11:30am
06/07 at 11:30am
06/15 at 12:00pm
07/13 at 2:00pm
The Montclair Foundation/Van Vleck House & Gardens offer many classes throughout the year. See what's upcoming and sign up today.
05/17 at 10:00am
05/19 at 9:30am
05/20 at 1:00pm
05/21 at 7:00pm
05/27 at 1:00pm
05/27 at 6:30pm
05/28 at 7:00pm
05/29 at 1:30pm
06/02 at 9:30am
06/03 at 6:30pm
06/04 at 7:00pm
06/05 at 1:30pm
06/09 at 9:30am
06/10 at 6:30pm
06/11 at 7:00pm
06/12 at 1:30pm
06/12 at 4:00pm
06/16 at 9:30am
06/17 at 6:30pm
06/18 at 1:00pm
06/18 at 7:00pm
06/19 at 1:30pm
06/21 at 10:00am
06/23 at 9:30am
06/24 at 6:30pm
06/25 at 7:00pm
06/26 at 1:30pm
— 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.
Use our gardens map, check our plant list, or take a virtual tour.
Perks include priority registration, discount pricing, free/reduced admission to events, and more.
Support the arts, family services and underserved communities in Montclair.
The Montclair Foundation provides grants bi-annually to a broad range of 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations working to improve our community.
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.
Donations are appreciated
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