Cora Hartshorn Arboretum Programs

Cora Hartshorn Arboretum Programs includes early childhood classes, field trips and classroom programs for schools, scout programs, summer camp and mini camps, adult programs, citizen science, family programs, and birthday parties. The program also lists garden volunteer meetings and an ArboReaders Book Club.

Programs

• Early Childhood Classes — 18 months to 3 year old children with a caregiver; 4 year old – Kindergarten (drop off) · weekly classes
• Schools — Pre-K-5 · field trips and classroom programs · Each lesson has been designed to correlate to NJCCCS and supplement science curriculum as schools implement their lessons.
• Scout Programs — The Cora Hartshorn Arboretum provides many opportunities to observe biofacts, meet a naturalist, and learn to share your world with wildlife.
• Camps — 10 weeks of summer camp plus multiple mini camps throughout the year · CHA Family Membership is required for all camp activities. Memberships are valid for one year.
• Adult Programs — 18+ or 21+ · weekend and evening events · Programs include tasting, dinners, and classes.
• Citizen Science — Volunteer-based opportunity.
• Families
• Birthday Parties — Saturdays and Sundays, 11:30AM-1:00PM or 2:00PM-3:30PM from September through the first week of June · Ninety minute birthday parties are available.

At a glance

• Ages: 1–18 years old

About the provider

The Arboretum promotes an understanding of the relationship between people and the environment through programs that integrate arts, sciences and the humanities. It provides services to local schools, community institutions and citizens of all ages.

• Garden Volunteers Meeting — 16+ · Saturday, October 24, 2026 2:00-3:30 PM · Calling all volunteers interested in helping CHA restore and maintain our native garden.
• ArboReaders Book Club — 18 years and older · Saturday, November 14, 2026 2:00-3:30 PM · Free event.

Last updated October 19, 2026.