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In full bloom in Southwest Philadelphia

Bloom Calendar
See what’s in bloom this month in the Garden!

See You Down at the Dock Soon!
Free fishing begins 7/2 and free boating begins 7/5.
We’re glad you’re here.
Bartram’s Garden is many things to many people: a home for horticulture, an ancient riverfront, an African Diaspora farm, and a place of untold histories.
This public park spans nearly 50 acres in Southwest Philadelphia, offering peace, rest, and connection.


Upcoming Events
Saturday, July 12, 10:00 am
SOLD OUT Kids' Learn-to-Ride (Ages 4–16) [2025]
This FREE two-hour Learn-to-Ride class teaches young participants how to...
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Sankofa Farm Stand at the Black Farmer's Market
Come purchase fresh, chemical-free, inspirited local produce grown right on...
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Free Bike Rentals [2025]
Free, walk-up bike rentals and helmets available for kids and...
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July 7, 2025
Unearthing Horticultural History: The Story of Plant Records at Bartram’s Garden
The year is 1728; John Bartram stands in his garden beneath the dappled sunlight filtering through the tree canopy, carefully examining the leaf of a plant. He runs his fingers...
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