Our Plans and Partners

Amplifying a shared vision to ensure the Garden’s future.
At a time of transformational external investment in Southwest Philadelphia and along the Tidal Schuylkill riverfront, we’re partnering with local and regional leaders to establish community-driven, world-class opportunities for learning, creating, and sharing at Bartram’s Garden.
Upcoming Projects

FloatLab
State-of-the-art floating classroom and art space with Mural Arts Philadelphia.

Ecosystems Education Center & Freshwater Mussel Hatchery
Hands-on education alongside watershed restoration with Partnership for the Delaware Estuary.

The NESTT
Nature-focused pre-K led by Woodland Academy/Greater Philadelphia Health Action.

Field Station
A riverfront home for climate resilience and workforce development.

Schuylkill Crossing Swing Bridge
Led by SRDC, a pedestrian- and bike-only connection to the Bartram’s Mile Trail.

Concrete Cowboys Stable
With Parks & Recreation, a new stable for the Southwest Concrete Cowboys on the North Mile.