Spotlight Tour: Constructing Germantown: The Buildings of Jacob Knorr

Among the best-known buildings of Germantown are the sturdy, elegant stone structures known today as Cliveden, the Johnson House, the Germantown Mennonite Meeting House, and the Concord School House. Remarkably, these structures can all be attributed to one builder, Jacob Knorr. This tour will bring visitors into these charming and significant sites. We will investigate

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Free House Tours: Second Saturdays at Cliveden

Cliveden offers free house tours the second Saturday of the month through October. Tours are available from 12 pm to 4 pm, beginning on the hour; last tour of the day is at 3 pm. Visitors will view two exhibits: “Procuring Liberty in the Emerging Nation” and “Looking Glass.” No registration is needed. Visitors should

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The Lawn at UCity Square x cinéSPEAK present Hoppers

You’re invited to a new FREE outdoor family friendly screening series presented by The Lawn at UCity Square! For September, we’re excited to present a zany animal world sci-fi adventure, Hoppers (2026)—What if you could talk to animals and understand what they’re saying? In Disney and Pixar’s all-new feature film “Hoppers,” scientists have discovered how

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Golden Hour

Enjoy the cooler evening temperatures with extended garden hours, a full bar and discounted admission of just $10 when you arrive after 4:30 PM and buy your tickets on-site, with free admission for members. Whether you’re looking for the perfect light for photography, a way to wind down at the end of the day, or

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Twilight on the Terrace

Unwind from the week with a bite to eat while enjoying live music and evening access to the gardens including free tours. Grab a seat on the terrace or bring lawn chairs or blankets to sit on the lawn. Pack your own picnic or purchase local food truck fare, beer and wine. No outside alcohol

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Botanical Bazaar Art Show & Festival

NEW this year! We have expanded on our legacy Art-In event with two great ways to celebrate the beauty of plants and the inspiration they can provide with plein-air artist access and a Botanical Art market! Stroll through our marketplace of local botanical artists and those inspired by nature while local musicians perform! Purchase local

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Garden Share Guest Pass Day

Share the beauty of Mt. Cuba Center! Experience the gardens with a friend during our special Garden Share Guest Pass Days when you can enjoy two-for-one general admission! Whether you’re introducing a friend to our spring ephemerals, enjoying a quiet walk through the summer blooms, or strolling through the autumn beauty – invite a fellow

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Golden Hour

Enjoy the cooler evening temperatures with extended garden hours, a full bar and discounted admission of just $10 when you arrive after 4:30 PM and buy your tickets on-site, with free admission for members. Whether you’re looking for the perfect light for photography, a way to wind down at the end of the day, or

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Twilight on the Terrace

Unwind from the week with a bite to eat while enjoying live music and evening access to the gardens including free tours. Grab a seat on the terrace or bring lawn chairs or blankets to sit on the lawn. Pack your own picnic or purchase local food truck fare, beer and wine. No outside alcohol

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Mother’s Day Celebration

Celebrate Mother’s Day at Mt. Cuba Center! Spend the afternoon exploring the spring blooms and guided tours led by our native plant educators. Enjoy family friendly yard games, a free pot-decorating station, plant plug giveaways as well as mom and me photo opportunities throughout the gardens! Don’t forget to visit our plant sale to find the

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