Journey Arts’ beloved Table Sessions returns in April to Bartram’s Garden, curated by award-winning filmmaker Kristal Sotomayor. Prime yourself for an ebullient evening with the boisterous sounds of the kumbia-klezmer-punk collective Mariposas Galácticas, whose music is inspired by their ancestors’ shared roots in “radical joy.” Then sit forward for a screening of Kristal’s short film...
Volunteers will support a Bartram's Garden program by welcoming participants and supporting guests to navigate to the program. Volunteers will be able to attend the majority of the program, including the meal, at no cost. This is an outdoor volunteer opportunity that requires standing and walking outdoors, sometimes on uneven or sloped ground. Dress for...
Wednesdays are for fishing! All ages are welcome, no experience is necessary. Free rods, tackle, bait, and basic instruction for catch-and-release fishing on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last. Catch and release only. No fishing license or pre-registration is required. Program runs weekly from May 6—August 26 and may be canceled in the event...
Wednesdays are for fishing! All ages are welcome, no experience is necessary. Free rods, tackle, bait, and basic instruction for catch-and-release fishing on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last. Catch and release only. No fishing license or pre-registration is required. Program runs weekly from May 6—August 26 and may be canceled in the event...
Volunteers will support a Bartram's Garden program by welcoming participants and supporting guests to navigate to the program. Volunteers will be able to attend the majority of the program, including the meal, at no cost. This is an outdoor volunteer opportunity that requires standing and walking outdoors, sometimes on uneven or sloped ground. Dress for...
Wednesdays are for fishing! All ages are welcome, no experience is necessary. Free rods, tackle, bait, and basic instruction for catch-and-release fishing on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last. Catch and release only. No fishing license or pre-registration is required. Program runs weekly from May 6—August 26 and may be canceled in the event...
Volunteers will support seasonal plantings, weeding, and invasive species removal. Please plan to meet at the Welcome Center promptly at 9:30 AM. Staff will separate groups and provide instructions and safety protocols for the day. Out of respect and safety for our staff and others, please arrive on time. PLEASE NOTE: Capacity is limited, and...
Join us for free kayaking and rowing on the Tidal Schuylkill River! No pre-registration or experience is necessary. Suitable for all ages and skill levels. Equipment, life jackets, and basic instruction for kayaking and row boating provided–first-come, first-served. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. May be canceled in the event of inclement weather or...
This FREE two-hour Learn-to-Ride class teaches participants how to ride a bicycle. This class is perfect for those who have never ridden a bike or who may need a refresher. Staff and volunteers will teach participants how to: Balance Pedaling techniques Starting and stopping Steering and shifting gears You can bring your own bike and...
We're celebrating the start of the season with a free, all-ages annual fishing derby! No registration is necessary. Kids' activities and vendors will be available. Rules Catch and release only. One rod per person. You may use your own rod, bait, and tackle, or you may borrow our equipment; first-come, first-served. Free worms are available...
The birds have come back from their journeys south and are busy making new nests for their families. We'll make nests, too, to take home. ABOUT LITTLE EXPLORERS: Every first and third Wednesday of the month, March through November, 10-11:30am. Join us for exploration, a garden walk, and stories! Please feel free to bring...
Wednesdays are for fishing! All ages are welcome, no experience is necessary. Free rods, tackle, bait, and basic instruction for catch-and-release fishing on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last. Catch and release only. No fishing license or pre-registration is required. Program runs weekly from May 6—August 26 and may be canceled in the event...
Wednesdays are for fishing! All ages are welcome, no experience is necessary. Free rods, tackle, bait, and basic instruction for catch-and-release fishing on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last. Catch and release only. No fishing license or pre-registration is required. Program runs weekly from May 6—August 26 and may be canceled in the event...
Come out for a walk in the park! Join neighbors for a free, easy 1-hour walk on the Bartram’s Mile Trail with a group. Come every week or just when you can! This program welcomes people of all ages and abilities looking to meet their neighbors and improve their physical and mental health. All walks...
Wednesdays are for fishing! All ages are welcome, no experience is necessary. Free rods, tackle, bait, and basic instruction for catch-and-release fishing on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last. Catch and release only. No fishing license or pre-registration is required. Program runs weekly from May 6—August 26 and may be canceled in the event...
Volunteers will work alongside Farm staff to support seasonal plantings, harvesting, weeding, invasive species removal, and orchard support. Please plan to meet at the Sankofa Community Farm at 9:30 AM, where you'll be provided with instructions and safety protocols for the day. Out of respect and safety for our staff and others, please arrive on time....
Update on 5/8: Due to the weather forecast, this class has been canceled. This FREE two-hour Learn-to-Ride class teaches young participants how to ride a bicycle. This class is perfect for those who have never ridden a bike or who may need a refresher. Staff and volunteers will teach participants how to: Balance Pedaling techniques...
Update on 5/8: due to the weather forecast, this event has been canceled. The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia is hosting FREE biking days at Bartram’s Garden. Come ride the Bartram's Mile Trail! Free, walk-up bike rentals and helmets available for kids and adults! Bikes are first-come, first-served, but register in advance to receive info...
Wednesdays are for fishing! All ages are welcome, no experience is necessary. Free rods, tackle, bait, and basic instruction for catch-and-release fishing on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last. Catch and release only. No fishing license or pre-registration is required. Program runs weekly from May 6—August 26 and may be canceled in the event...
Come out for a walk in the park! Join neighbors for a free, easy 1-hour walk on the Bartram’s Mile Trail with a group. Come every week or just when you can! This program welcomes people of all ages and abilities looking to meet their neighbors and improve their physical and mental health. All walks...
Wednesdays are for fishing! All ages are welcome, no experience is necessary. Free rods, tackle, bait, and basic instruction for catch-and-release fishing on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last. Catch and release only. No fishing license or pre-registration is required. Program runs weekly from May 6—August 26 and may be canceled in the event...
Volunteers will support seasonal plantings, weeding, and invasive species removal. Please plan to meet at the Welcome Center promptly at 9:30 AM. Staff will separate groups and provide instructions and safety protocols for the day. Out of respect and safety for our staff and others, please arrive on time. PLEASE NOTE: Capacity is limited, and...
Join us for free kayaking and rowing on the Tidal Schuylkill River! No pre-registration or experience is necessary. Suitable for all ages and skill levels. Equipment, life jackets, and basic instruction for kayaking and row boating provided–first-come, first-served. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. May be canceled in the event of inclement weather or...
This FREE two-hour Learn-to-Ride class teaches participants how to ride a bicycle. This class is perfect for those who have never ridden a bike or who may need a refresher. Staff and volunteers will teach participants how to: Balance Pedaling techniques Starting and stopping Steering and shifting gears You can bring your own bike and...
This workshop takes place at the Oasis at One Art Community Center (1431-39 N. 52nd St., Philadelphia, PA 19131) Participants will learn: What seeds to plant for summer Direct sowing vs transplanting Garden planning
Who knows what we’ll find in the Garden? Come with us to explore! ABOUT LITTLE EXPLORERS: Every first and third Wednesday of the month, March through November, 10-11:30am. Join us for exploration, a garden walk, and stories! Please feel free to bring a snack. Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2-4. One adult chaperone...
Wednesdays are for fishing! All ages are welcome, no experience is necessary. Free rods, tackle, bait, and basic instruction for catch-and-release fishing on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last. Catch and release only. No fishing license or pre-registration is required. Program runs weekly from May 6—August 26 and may be canceled in the event...
Come out for a walk in the park! Join neighbors for a free, easy 1-hour walk on the Bartram’s Mile Trail with a group. Come every week or just when you can! This program welcomes people of all ages and abilities looking to meet their neighbors and improve their physical and mental health. All walks...
Wednesdays are for fishing! All ages are welcome, no experience is necessary. Free rods, tackle, bait, and basic instruction for catch-and-release fishing on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last. Catch and release only. No fishing license or pre-registration is required. Program runs weekly from May 6—August 26 and may be canceled in the event...
Flow at Bartram's Garden is a community-centered outdoor yoga series hosted by Healing the Hood Together (formerly Hood Healers PHL), designed to create space for rest, movement, and reconnection with nature. Each class invites participants of all levels to slow down, breathe deeply, and experience the healing power of movement in one of Philly’s most...
Join us for free kayaking and rowing on the Tidal Schuylkill River! No pre-registration or experience is necessary. Suitable for all ages and skill levels. Equipment, life jackets, and basic instruction for kayaking and row boating provided–first-come, first-served. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. May be canceled in the event of inclement weather or...
This FREE two-hour Learn-to-Ride class teaches young participants how to ride a bicycle. This class is perfect for those who have never ridden a bike or who may need a refresher. Staff and volunteers will teach participants how to: Balance Pedaling techniques Starting and stopping Steering and shifting gears You can bring your own bike...
The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia is hosting FREE biking days at Bartram’s Garden. Come ride the Bartram's Mile Trail! Free, walk-up bike rentals and helmets available for kids and adults! Bikes are first-come, first-served, but register in advance to receive info on weather-related cancellations. Have your own bike? We also provide simple repairs (flats, chains,...
Knowledge transfer was crucial in early America as colonists developed their understanding of native plants using information shared by Indigenous peoples. John Bartram’s work and legacy was very likely shaped by his encounters with Indigenous peoples and traders who provided insight on the appearance and functions of native American plants, many of which are growing...
Wednesdays are for fishing! All ages are welcome, no experience is necessary. Free rods, tackle, bait, and basic instruction for catch-and-release fishing on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last. Catch and release only. No fishing license or pre-registration is required. Program runs weekly from May 6—August 26 and may be canceled in the event...
Come out for a walk in the park! Join neighbors for a free, easy 1-hour walk on the Bartram’s Mile Trail with a group. Come every week or just when you can! This program welcomes people of all ages and abilities looking to meet their neighbors and improve their physical and mental health. All walks...
Wednesdays are for fishing! All ages are welcome, no experience is necessary. Free rods, tackle, bait, and basic instruction for catch-and-release fishing on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last. Catch and release only. No fishing license or pre-registration is required. Program runs weekly from May 6—August 26 and may be canceled in the event...
Volunteers will support a Bartram's Garden program by welcoming participants and supporting guests to navigate to the program. Volunteers will be able to attend the majority of the program at no cost. This is an outdoor volunteer opportunity that requires standing and walking outdoors, sometimes on uneven or sloped ground. Dress for spending time outdoors,...
http://youtube.com/watch?v=aY7iUGGyC-A&feature=youtu.be Premiering at Bartram’s Garden, Root Song blends live vocal chamber music by Roomful of Teeth—an eight-voice “singing forest”—with Indigenous storytelling by Tchin, transforming the unseen realities of the woodland into a musical conversation. Inspired by ground-breaking research on the connection and communication of trees and rooted in Indigenous Knowledge, Root Song explores the...
Volunteers will support a Bartram's Garden program by welcoming participants and supporting guests to navigate to the program. Volunteers will be able to attend the majority of the program at no cost. This is an outdoor volunteer opportunity that requires standing and walking outdoors, sometimes on uneven or sloped ground. Dress for spending time outdoors,...
Volunteers will work alongside Farm staff to support seasonal plantings, harvesting, weeding, invasive species removal, and orchard support. Please plan to meet at the Sankofa Community Farm at 9:30 AM, where you'll be provided with instructions and safety protocols for the day. Out of respect and safety for our staff and others, please arrive on time....
https://youtu.be/OIt1RSFLODM Join the Heartwood Trio for an all-ages, participatory journey through story and song. The Well Tree is a three-person musical, illustrated with a ‘crankie’—an illuminated, papercut, hand-cranked scroll. It is an original ‘singing story’ about a young woman moving beyond the fog of isolation and shame to meet songbirds, snails, and ancient trees as...
Volunteers will support a Bartram's Garden program by welcoming participants and supporting guests to navigate to the program. Volunteers will be able to attend the majority of the program at no cost. This is an outdoor volunteer opportunity that requires standing and walking outdoors, sometimes on uneven or sloped ground. Dress for spending time outdoors,...
http://youtube.com/watch?v=aY7iUGGyC-A&feature=youtu.be Premiering at Bartram’s Garden, Root Song blends live vocal chamber music by Roomful of Teeth—an eight-voice “singing forest”—with Indigenous storytelling by Tchin, transforming the unseen realities of the woodland into a musical conversation. Inspired by ground-breaking research on the connection and communication of trees and rooted in Indigenous Knowledge, Root Song explores the mysteries...
Let's see what's blooming in the Garden! ABOUT LITTLE EXPLORERS: Every first and third Wednesday of the month, March through November, 10-11:30am. Join us for exploration, a garden walk, and stories! Please feel free to bring a snack. Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2-4. One adult chaperone is required for every two children....
Wednesdays are for fishing! All ages are welcome, no experience is necessary. Free rods, tackle, bait, and basic instruction for catch-and-release fishing on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last. Catch and release only. No fishing license or pre-registration is required. Program runs weekly from May 6—August 26 and may be canceled in the event...
Come out for a walk in the park! Join neighbors for a free, easy 1-hour walk on the Bartram’s Mile Trail with a group. Come every week or just when you can! This program welcomes people of all ages and abilities looking to meet their neighbors and improve their physical and mental health. All walks...
Wednesdays are for fishing! All ages are welcome, no experience is necessary. Free rods, tackle, bait, and basic instruction for catch-and-release fishing on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last. Catch and release only. No fishing license or pre-registration is required. Program runs weekly from May 6—August 26 and may be canceled in the event...
Volunteers will support seasonal plantings, weeding, and invasive species removal. Please plan to meet at the Welcome Center promptly at 9:30 AM. Staff will separate groups and provide instructions and safety protocols for the day. Out of respect and safety for our staff and others, please arrive on time. PLEASE NOTE: Capacity is limited, and...
Join us for free kayaking and rowing on the Tidal Schuylkill River! No pre-registration or experience is necessary. Suitable for all ages and skill levels. Equipment, life jackets, and basic instruction for kayaking and row boating provided–first-come, first-served. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. May be canceled in the event of inclement weather or...
This FREE two-hour Learn-to-Ride class teaches young participants how to ride a bicycle. This class is perfect for those who have never ridden a bike or who may need a refresher. Staff and volunteers will teach participants how to: Balance Pedaling techniques Starting and stopping Steering and shifting gears You can bring your own bike...