DESTINATIONS

School

At Bartram’s Garden, students will examine the life cycles of plants, make crafts, learn about where their food comes from, and more. Educational programs are held on weekdays beginning at 10AM, focusing on topics such as horticulture, animal camouflage, Philadelphia Quakers, and more. Seasonal programs include cidering, seed collecting, hand other activities. All programs align with Pennsylvania and National Science Foundation academic standards.

supports classroom learning in:
Science.

topics covered:
Horticulture, environmental science, nutrition, plant life cycle, pollination, habitats, history, art, mathematics.

contact info
Name: Leslie Gale
Phone: 215-729-5281 ext. 110
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: 15 minimum, 60 maximum. Program Type: Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Activities. Recomm. Length of Visit: 2 hours. Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1. Registration: Phone, Email. Food Options: Bring your own, Outdoor seating. Cost: Fee, Free

ABOUT

Bartram’s Garden

Bartram’s Garden is a well-established living laboratory, outdoor classroom, and National Historic Landmark. The garden is a great destination for groups looking to engage with nature. Group tours for all ages engage visitors in inquiry-based programs about nature, art, and history. Patriot Harbor Lines cruises on the Schuykill River are a can't-miss experience, and are available for group booking.

contact info

Hrs: Vary.

HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)

Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com

Botanical Garden Lesson Plan

FUN FACTS

The diverse world of plants is perhaps the weirdest, and most fascinating, of all living things. Bamboo can grow over three feet in one day (you can literally watch it grow). There are 600 species of carnivorous plants, which trap and digest insects, frogs, or small birds (if a vegetarian eats this plant, are they still a vegetarian?). The world’s largest flower, Rafflesia, can grow up to three feet in diameter (how big would a bouquet be…). Do a little digging on your next trip to a botanical garden (not literally!), and see what interesting plant facts you can find. 

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Camp

Summer camp groups can take a guided or self-guided tour of Bartram’s Garden. Educational programs are held on weekdays beginning at 10AM, focusing on topics such as horticulture, animal camouflage, Philadelphia Quakers, and more. Stay for a group picnic in the pavilion at the garden.

contact info
Name: Leslie Gale
Phone: 215-729-5281 ext. 110
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: 15 minimum, 60 maximum. Program Type: Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Activities. Recomm. Length of Visit: 45 minutes-2 hours. Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1. Registration: Phone, Email. Food Options: Bring your own, Outdoor seating. Cost: Fee, Free

ABOUT

Bartram’s Garden

Bartram’s Garden is a well-established living laboratory, outdoor classroom, and National Historic Landmark. The garden is a great destination for groups looking to engage with nature. Group tours for all ages engage visitors in inquiry-based programs about nature, art, and history. Patriot Harbor Lines cruises on the Schuykill River are a can't-miss experience, and are available for group booking.

contact info

Hrs: Vary.

HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)

Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com

Botanical Garden Lesson Plan

FUN FACTS

The diverse world of plants is perhaps the weirdest, and most fascinating, of all living things. Bamboo can grow over three feet in one day (you can literally watch it grow). There are 600 species of carnivorous plants, which trap and digest insects, frogs, or small birds (if a vegetarian eats this plant, are they still a vegetarian?). The world’s largest flower, Rafflesia, can grow up to three feet in diameter (how big would a bouquet be…). Do a little digging on your next trip to a botanical garden (not literally!), and see what interesting plant facts you can find. 

View Lesson Plan>>

Homeschool

Homeschoolers will learn about where their food comes from, make crafts, , explore habitats and animal camouflage, and more at Bartram’s Garden. Educational programs aim to teach homeschoolers about wetland habitats, the life cycles of plants, Philadelphia Quakers, and more. Homeschoolers can also participate in seasonal programs such as cidering and seed collecting. Check the garden’s calendar for Homeschooler Days, available on select days throughout the year.

topics covered:
Horticulture, environmental science, nutrition, plant life cycle, pollination, habitats, history, art, mathematics.

contact info
Name: Leslie Gale
Phone: 215-729-5281 ext. 110
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: 15 minimum, 60 maximum. Program Type: Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Activities. Recomm. Length of Visit: 2 hours. Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1. Registration: Phone, Email. Food Options: Bring your own, Outdoor seating. Cost: Fee, Free

ABOUT

Bartram’s Garden

Bartram’s Garden is a well-established living laboratory, outdoor classroom, and National Historic Landmark. The garden is a great destination for groups looking to engage with nature. Group tours for all ages engage visitors in inquiry-based programs about nature, art, and history. Patriot Harbor Lines cruises on the Schuykill River are a can't-miss experience, and are available for group booking.

contact info

Hrs: Vary.

HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)

Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com

Botanical Garden Lesson Plan

FUN FACTS

The diverse world of plants is perhaps the weirdest, and most fascinating, of all living things. Bamboo can grow over three feet in one day (you can literally watch it grow). There are 600 species of carnivorous plants, which trap and digest insects, frogs, or small birds (if a vegetarian eats this plant, are they still a vegetarian?). The world’s largest flower, Rafflesia, can grow up to three feet in diameter (how big would a bouquet be…). Do a little digging on your next trip to a botanical garden (not literally!), and see what interesting plant facts you can find. 

View Lesson Plan>>