YOUTH AND FAMILY PROGRAMS 

New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill is the perfect place for the entire family to learn, explore, investigate, and have fun. Join us for a family class, visit us during vacation week, or schedule a private class. For full details please click on the specific offering you are interested in and read the description. Check back frequently for updates and upcoming programs.  

Students from age 5-12, gather around on the stairs under a tree with an instructor giving a nature lesson

SUMMER CAMP

Make summer unforgettable! Explore, create, and adventure through the gardens. 

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Youth education instructor and students outdoors

FAMILY CLASSES

Geared for children with their adult companions, our classes are fun for the entire family.

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Three kids peak over a table top wearing birthday hats.

BIRTHDAY PARTIES

Make your child’s birthday one to remember and host their special day with us.  

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Children running around the garden with nets.

SCHOOL VACATION

Join us for a themed school vacation week packed with classes and drop-in activities. 

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Children playing in the ramble during the Drop in activities

DROP-IN ACTIVITIES

Visit us during our free Nature Play Day programs or check-out a kids activity bag. 

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Children gather in the ramble for enchanted weekend during on of our youth and family programs

FAMILY EVENTS & EXHIBITIONS

Explore and learn together and check out our upcoming family-friendly events and exhibitions.

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Illustration of a magical fairytale setting consisting of a whimsical forest and castle, seen with a frog prince, scheming raccoon, and a gnome.

FEBRUARY VACATION: FAIRYTALE FOREST
Saturday, February 14 through Friday, February 20 | 10 AM–4 PM Daily

This February break, explore the enchanted woods where fairytale creatures roam. Each day is filled with imaginative games, creative crafts, andoutdoor discoveries inspired by beloved storybooks. Get ready  for a week of wonder, storytelling, and  hands-on fun in the Fairytale Forest!

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Children read a book in the Ramble.

FREE TEACHER & FAMILY RESOURCES

Explore our suite of free resources of nature inspired lessons, crafts, and scavenger hunts to engage your learners. Click to view more.

New England Botanic Garden’s educational programs are brought to you in whole or in part by the Cary Brothers Fund and the Frances E. and Rachel E. McQuaid Trust.