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Events at Meadowbrook Farm
Thursday Garden Tours
Meadowbrook offers to individual visitors weekly tours of the estate house and private gardens. From late April through October, individuals can enjoy a $15 docent-led tour each Thursday from 11 am to noon (rain or shine). No advance reservation is required; purchase your tour admission at the sales-yard checkout on the day of your visit. Tours will begin promptly at 11. Group tours are also available. For more information, call 215-887-5900.
Shop Meadowbrook at the PHS Fall Garden Festival
Music, food, plants, shopping, workshops, gardening tips, children's activities and more—it's all part of the PHS Fall Garden Festival at the Philadelphia Navy Yard. Formerly known as Members' Day, the event is expanding in 2010 to be better than ever. Admission is free and open to the public.
Experts from Meadowbrook Farm will answer questions and have for sale an exceptional collection of plants and gifts. Members of PHS receive a discount on purchases from the satellite Meadowbrook Farm Store. Learn more about the Festival here.
Meadowbrook Farm Fall Open House, September 25
Welcome autumn with the annual Fall Open House at Meadowbrook Farm. The sales yard will feature seasonal items including pumpkins and gourds, mums and pansies, and fall combination planters. Visit the gift shop for glassware, candles, containers, and accessories. Take advantage of early holiday shopping!
Other highlights include free refreshments, including warm cider; hayrides; a children's activity; and a chance to check out the buzzed-about giant pumpkins, each one well over 400 pounds!
Upcoming Programs & Events
An Evening in the Garden
Tuesday, August 10, 6 –8 pm
Join us for a cool evening at Meadowbrook Farm strolling through the house and lovely gardens, and then relax over wine and light refreshments. Meadowbrook staff will guide tours and answer your gardening questions. The shop also will be open so you can pick up some garden treasures. Fee: $25 PHS members, $30 non-members. To register for this event, click here.
Fall Open House
Saturday, September 25, 10 am - 5 pm
Enjoy great shopping and much more at the annual Fall Open House at Meadowbrook Farm. The sales yard will feature mums, pansies, pumpkins, and fall combo planters. Visit the gift shop for candles, soap rocks, and containers. Take advantage of early holiday shopping, too!
Other highlights include free refreshments (including popcorn and cider), a children's activity, and self-guided tours of the Pennock estate and gardens (until 4:30 pm). Also sit in on one of the engaging, informative presentations led by Meadowbrook staff throughout the day. Topics include Fall Vegetables, Planting Bulbs, and Composting. This event is free and open to everyone!
Program Registration Information
You may register by phone (215-988-8869). Reservations must be paid with VISA, MasterCard, or American Express.
You can also click HERE to download a form to register via mail or fax.
Confirmations will be mailed for all events. Your confirmation will serve as your “ticket” for events; if your registration has not been confirmed by mail, please call 215-988-8869. Travel directions will be included for all events.
Wait List: If a program is filled, we will add your name to the wait list. If space becomes available, we will call you. No payment is required to be placed on the wait list.
Refunds and Cancellations: Must be received at least five business days before the event. (No refund if fewer than five days.) The following fees will apply if your request is received five days in advance: $3.
For more information, call 215-988-8869 or email programreg@pennhort.org. |
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