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.
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Outdoor Adventures
Saturdays 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
October 28th – Beneficial Bats
November 11th – Falling Leaves
December 9th – Getting Ready for Winter
Join us in the gardens as you and your family explore and learn about the outdoor world through crafts, scavenger hunts, activity sheets and displays. Each program will focus on a specific theme, and our Van Vleck Education team will guide your family through this interactive learning experience. This program is entirely outdoors, weather dependent. Registration is required and includes everything you need to participate in the program. Designed for children ages 4 -11 but all are welcome.
Fee: FREE for Members of Van Vleck; $15 per family for Non-Members
Registration required HERE 1 day prior to each class.
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An event every week that begins at 7:00 pm on Wednesday, repeating until March 26, 2025
An event every week that begins at 9:30 am on Monday, repeating until February 24, 2025