Youth Education | Massachusetts Horticultural Society

Plantmobile & Garden Field Trips

Hands-on plant science, rooted in your classroom or ours! Learn more about the Plantmobile and Garden Field Trips.

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Garden Classes

Foster a love and sense of wonder for the outside world in your child by exploring the natural world with Little Sprouts.

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Scout Programs

Gather the troop and get growing with these outdoor badge workshops for Scouts!

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Weezie’s Garden for Children

Discover the whimsy and wonder of our children's garden featuring pockets of exploration inspired by an unfurling fern.

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SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY FOR

MetroWest Schools and Organizations

Thanks to the generous support of the Middlesex Savings Charitable Foundation, we are offering free Plantmobile programming for eligible schools and community organizations in the MetroWest area. We encourage interested schools and organizations to apply early as grant-funded Plantmobile sessions are available on a first come first serve basis until funding is fully allocated

Questions about eligibility, programming options, or scheduling? Reach out to education@masshort.org.

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Little Sprouts

Monthly classes designed to foster a love and sense of wonder for the outside world in your child. Geared toward preschool-age students.

Each month, we will explore a seasonal theme through a 5-senses garden walk, story-time, a hands-on craft or activity, and a take home kit.

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Many of our youth & family programs are drop-in, so they're free with admission! Become a member today to receive free admission to the Garden.

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