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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Wednesday July 24th, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (moving from Saturdays to Wednesdays during the summer)
July’s Outdoor Adventures is all about our friend the firefly! Come learn about fireflies and why they love warm summer nights. Join us to make a fun glow in the dark craft, a summer themed scavenger hunt and other firefly activities.
You and your family will 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 and registration links: FREE for Members of Van Vleck; $15 per family for Non-Members
Registration required by 1 day prior to each class.
August 14 – Butterflies
Sponsored by Montclair State University
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