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.
The Montclair Foundation / Van Vleck House & Gardens
Photography in the Gardens
May 5, 2026
Tiny Gallery at Van Vleck
Visitors, please note: the terrace area will be closed to visitors during these nonprofit event dates:
May 28, June 4, 10, 15, 16, 18 & 20.
Prom groups, please read here
Want to receive a free ticket to the tour of 9 fabulous private gardens? Sign up, greet visitors at one of the gardens, and then enjoy taking the tour over Friday and Saturday at your leisure. You can volunteer with a friend and each get a ticket.
Tour tickets
Our azaleas and rhododendrons are now in full bloom.
WISTERIA WATCH IS OVER FOR THIS YEAR.
We hope everyone enjoyed the beautiful blooms this spring.
The Montclair Foundation/Van Vleck House & Gardens has many events throughout the year. See what's upcoming and sign up today.
06/05 at 11:00am
06/06 at 9:30am
06/06 at 11:00am
06/07 at 4:00pm
06/11 at 11:30am
06/12 at 11:30am
06/13 at 11:30am
06/13 at 12:00pm
06/14 at 2:00pm
06/21 at 12:00pm
07/10 at 6:00pm
07/11 at 6:30pm
07/17 at 6:30pm
07/17 at 7:00pm
07/18 at 6:30pm
07/23 at 11:30am
07/24 at 11:30am
07/25 at 11:30am
09/05 at 10:00am
11/12 at 5:30pm
11/13 at 10:00am
11/14 at 10:00am
11/15 at 10:00am
11/22 at 6:30pm
The Montclair Foundation/Van Vleck House & Gardens offer many classes throughout the year. See what's upcoming and sign up today.
05/19 at 11:00am
05/19 at 6:00pm
05/20 at 7:00pm
05/21 at 1:30pm
05/25 at 9:30am
05/26 at 11:00am
05/26 at 6:00pm
05/27 at 1:00pm
05/27 at 7:00pm
05/28 at 1:30pm
06/01 at 9:30am
06/02 at 9:00am
06/02 at 11:00am
06/02 at 1:00pm
06/02 at 6:00pm
06/03 at 7:00pm
06/04 at 1:30pm
06/06 at 10:00am
06/06 at 1:00pm
06/08 at 9:30am
06/08 at 4:00pm
06/09 at 11:00am
06/09 at 1:00pm
06/09 at 6:00pm
06/10 at 7:00pm
06/11 at 1:30pm
06/13 at 9:30am
06/15 at 9:30am
06/15 at 12:00pm
06/16 at 11:00am
06/16 at 1:00pm
06/16 at 6:00pm
06/17 at 1:00pm
06/17 at 7:00pm
06/18 at 1:30pm
06/20 at 1:30pm
06/22 at 9:30am
06/23 at 11:00am
06/23 at 1:00pm
06/23 at 6:00pm
06/24 at 7:00pm
06/25 at 1:30pm
06/27 at 9:00am
07/01 at 7:00pm
07/08 at 7:00pm
07/22 at 7:00pm
07/29 at 7:00pm
08/05 at 7:00pm
08/12 at 7:00pm
08/19 at 7:00pm
— A TRUSTED FORCE FOR GOOD IN THE COMMUNITY
Our admission-free Gardens are open dawn to dusk, 365 days a year. 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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