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
Thank you for your patience as we take care of this important work to preserve the house for years to come!
The Gardens will be closed to visitors on the morning of Wednesday, September 24th and all day on Saturday, October 4th.
The Wisteria terrace will be closed to visitors on October 3rd and 6th.
Friday, October 10 & 11, 2025
The Montclair Foundation/Van Vleck House & Gardens has many events throughout the year. See what's upcoming and sign up today.
10/10 at 10:00am
10/11 at 10:00am
10/12 at 2:00pm
10/18 at 10:00am
10/25 at 8:00pm
11/01 at 1:00pm
11/02 at 2:00pm
11/13 at 5:30pm
11/14 at 10:30am
11/15 at 10:30am
11/16 at 9:30am
11/22 at 6:00pm
12/05 at 1:30pm
12/06 at 9:00am
12/07 at 9:00am
The Montclair Foundation/Van Vleck House & Gardens offer many classes throughout the year. See what's upcoming and sign up today.
09/29 at 9:30am
09/29 at 11:00am
09/30 at 11:00am
09/30 at 1:00pm
09/30 at 5:30pm
10/01 at 7:00pm
10/02 at 1:30pm
10/03 at 5:00pm
10/06 at 9:30am
10/06 at 11:00am
10/07 at 5:30pm
10/07 at 7:00pm
10/08 at 7:00pm
10/09 at 1:30pm
10/10 at 5:00pm
10/14 at 5:30pm
10/14 at 7:00pm
10/15 at 7:00pm
10/16 at 1:30pm
10/16 at 4:15pm
10/20 at 11:00am
10/21 at 11:00am
10/22 at 1:00pm
10/23 at 1:30pm
10/27 at 9:30am
10/27 at 11:00am
10/27 at 12:00pm
10/28 at 11:00am
10/29 at 7:00pm
10/30 at 1:30pm
11/01 at 10:00am
11/03 at 9:30am
11/04 at 11:00am
11/04 at 1:00pm
11/05 at 7:00pm
11/06 at 4:00pm
11/08 at 10:00am
11/08 at 1:00pm
11/10 at 9:30am
11/11 at 11:00am
11/11 at 1:00pm
11/12 at 7:00pm
11/17 at 9:30am
11/18 at 1:00pm
11/19 at 1:00pm
11/19 at 7:00pm
11/24 at 9:30am
11/25 at 1:00pm
12/01 at 9:30am
12/03 at 10:00am
12/03 at 7:00pm
12/04 at 1:30pm
12/08 at 9:30am
12/10 at 7:00pm
12/11 at 4:00pm
12/12 at 9:00am
12/13 at 10:00am
12/15 at 9:30am
12/17 at 1:30pm
12/17 at 7:00pm
— 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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