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  • Hay Bales and Brews

    This unique hayride experience travels through rolling hills and grassland fields in Mt. Cuba’s gorgeous natural areas. Learn about Mt. Cuba’s land management, conservation efforts, and restoration projects. Arrive at a bonfire for stunning vistas, tasty brews, and fireside snacks. Advance registration required. Space is limited. Participants must be ages 21 and older. Hay Bales and Brews takes place on September 17, 24, October 1 & 8 from 5:30-7:30 pm. Buy Tickets Member Tickets COVID-19 Safety Please click here to view our safety measures and guidelines before visiting Mt. Cuba Center.

    $25

  • Guided Trails Hike

    Learn about Mt. Cuba’s approach to land management and the events that shape our past, current, and future landscapes. Become empowered to take ecologically beneficial actions to support native wildlife and habitats with the effects of climate change in mind. Bring water and be prepared to hike steep paths and uneven terrain throughout our natural lands. Two hours, $3 per person in addition to garden admission. Free for Members. Advance reservations are strongly encouraged. This program takes place in-person in Mt. Cuba Center natural lands Sunday, May 7, 2023 Buy Tickets Member Tickets COVID-19 Safety Please click here to view

    Free – $3

  • Bark Before Dark

    Calling all dog and nature lovers for this exclusive opportunity to enjoy Mt. Cuba’s trails with your pup! Take in the scenery and enjoy the “golden hours” before sunset while beating the daytime heat. Parking for this event is at 1001 Old Wilmington Road. Guests must remain on trails and dogs must be leashed at all times.$5 per person, Members and children under 5 are free. Advance registration is not required. This program takes place in person in Mt. Cuba Center natural lands Tuesday, May 9, 2023. Buy Tickets Member Tickets COVID-19 Safety Please click here to view our safety

    $5

  • Twilight on the Terrace

    Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

    Unwind from the week with a bite to eat while enjoying live music on the terrace and evening access to the gardens. Food, beer, and wine will be available for purchase. For more details, visit mtcubacenter.org/twilight. Music: Ty Mathis Experience Food Trucks: The Box Lunch & Bivouac Pizza This program takes place in person (at Mt. Cuba Center) on Friday, May 19, 2023 (Rain Date: Thursday, May 25). Event is included with garden admission. Adults $15, Children 6-17 $8, Children 5 & Under and Members are free. Buy Tickets COVID-19 Safety Please click here to view our safety measures and

    included-with-admission

  • Guided Trails Hike

    Learn about Mt. Cuba’s approach to land management and the events that shape our past, current, and future landscapes. Become empowered to take ecologically beneficial actions to support native wildlife and habitats with the effects of climate change in mind. Bring water and be prepared to hike steep paths and uneven terrain throughout our natural lands. Two hours, $3 per person in addition to garden admission. Free for Members. Advance reservations are strongly encouraged. This program takes place in-person in Mt. Cuba Center natural lands Sunday, June 11, 2023 Buy Tickets Member Tickets COVID-19 Safety Please click here to view

    Free – $3

  • Twilight on the Terrace: Rescheduled

    Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

    Unwind from the week with a bite to eat while enjoying live music on the terrace and evening access to the gardens. Food, beer, and wine will be available for purchase. For more details, visit mtcubacenter.org/twilight. Music: Nic Snow (Pop, R&B) Food Trucks: The Box Lunch & Bucky’s BBQ This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Friday, July 28, 2023. *Note that this event has been rescheduled from Friday, June 16, due to weather concerns. Event is included with garden admission. Adults $15, Children 6-17 $8, Children 5 & Under and Members are free. Buy Tickets

    included-with-admission

  • Bark Before Dark

    Calling all dog and nature lovers for this exclusive opportunity to enjoy Mt. Cuba’s trails with your pup! Take in the scenery and enjoy the “golden hours” before sunset while beating the daytime heat. Parking for this event is at 1001 Old Wilmington Road. Guests must remain on trails and dogs must be leashed at all times.$5 per person, Members and children under 5 are free. Advance registration is not required. This program takes place in person in Mt. Cuba Center natural lands Tuesday, August 15, 2023. Buy Tickets Member Tickets COVID-19 Safety Please click here to view our safety

    $5

  • Painting with Pokeweed

    Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

    Take the morning to celebrate native plants through a hands-on, ethnobotanical, foraging, and artistic experience. After a hayride through our natural lands, learn about the relationships Indigenous communities have with pokeweed, find out how to mindfully forage and gather pokeweed, make pèkòn (Lenape for red dye) with the berries, and create watercolor paintings with your homemade pèkòn.  Painting with Pokeweed is a partnership between Mt. Cuba and Native Roots Farm Foundation (NRFF), and part of NRFF’s summer series, “The Beauty Around Us.”  This program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba on Saturday, August 19, 2023 (rain date: Sunday, August 20,

    included-with-admission

  • Twilight on the Terrace

    Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

    Unwind from the week with a bite to eat while enjoying live music on the terrace and evening access to the gardens. Food, beer, and wine will be available for purchase. For more details, visit mtcubacenter.org/twilight. Music: Nihkee Bleu (Soul, R&B) Food Trucks: The Box Lunch & Bucky’s BBQ This program takes place in person (at Mt. Cuba Center) Friday, September 1, 2023. (Rain Date: Thursday, September 7) Event is included with garden admission. Adults $15, Children 6-17 $8, Children 5 & Under and Members are free. Buy Tickets COVID-19 Safety Please click here to view our safety measures and

    included-with-admission

  • Night Hike

    See Mt. Cuba in a new light – no light, that is! Embark on a guided Night Hike to experience the sights and sounds of our natural lands after dark. Listen as the night comes alive with the chatter of owls, frogs, crickets, and maybe even a fox or two. Learn about the nocturnal animals that call our natural areas home and how to spot and listen for them once the sun goes down. Guests should be prepared to hike steep paths and uneven terrain in the dark. Flashlights will be provided. This program takes place in-person in Mt. Cuba

    $8 – $15

  • Guided Trails Hike

    Learn about Mt. Cuba’s approach to land management and the events that shape our past, current, and future landscapes. Become empowered to take ecologically beneficial actions to support native wildlife and habitats with the effects of climate change in mind. Bring water and be prepared to hike steep paths and uneven terrain throughout our natural lands. Two hours, $3 per person in addition to garden admission. Free for Members. Advance reservations are strongly encouraged. This program takes place in-person in Mt. Cuba Center natural lands Saturday, October 28, 2023 Buy Tickets Member Tickets COVID-19 Safety Please click here to view

    Free – $3

  • Guided Trails Hike

    Learn about Mt. Cuba’s approach to land management and the events that shape our past, current, and future landscapes. Become empowered to take ecologically beneficial actions to support native wildlife and habitats with the effects of climate change in mind. Bring water and be prepared to hike steep paths and uneven terrain throughout our natural lands. Two hours, $3 per person in addition to garden admission. Free for Members. Advance reservations are strongly encouraged.This program takes place in-person in Mt. Cuba Center natural lands Sunday, November 12, 2023 Buy Tickets Member Tickets COVID-19 SafetyPlease click here to view our safety

    Free – $3

  • Winter Lecture Series (Online)

    Through inspiring and entertaining storytelling, our winter lecture series showcases the voices of edible native plants and ecological landscaping influencers. Each speaker shares their expertise and connection to the plants, places, and purpose behind conserving native plant communities, soil health, and the wildlife these wildscapes attract. These programs take place online. $25 per lecture or $68 for the series. Wednesday, January 10 from 6-7:30 pm Wild Plant Culture with Jared Rosenbaum Saturday, February 24 from 11 am-12:30 pm Edible Landscaping Using Permaculture with Michael Judd Saturday, March 23 from 11 am-12:30 pm A World of Discovery with Science and Heart

    $68

  • Demystifying Toxic Plants Tour

    Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

    Walking discussion of toxic plant adaptations for plant defense, edibility, propagation, and ecological value for wildlife at Mt. Cuba Center

    $7

  • Twilight on the Terrace

    Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

    Unwind from the week with a bite to eat while enjoying live music on the terrace and evening access to the gardens. Food, beer, and wine will be available for purchase. Lineup, details, and more at mtcubacenter.org/twilight. Included with garden admission. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Friday, August 16, 2024 (Rain Date: Following Friday). Buy Tickets Member Tickets  

    included-with-garden-admission

  • Twilight on the Terrace

    Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

    Unwind from the week with a bite to eat while enjoying live music on the terrace and evening access to the gardens. Food, beer, and wine will be available for purchase. Lineup, details, and more at mtcubacenter.org/twilight. Included with garden admission. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Friday, August 30, 2024 (Rain Date: Following Friday). Buy Tickets Member Tickets  

    included-with-garden-admission

  • Guided Trails Hike

    Take a hike and learn about Mt. Cuba’s approach to land management and the events that shape our past, current, and future landscapes.

    $7

  • Guided Trails Hike

    Take a hike and learn about Mt. Cuba’s approach to land management and the events that shape our past, current, and future landscapes.

    $7

  • Education Open House

    Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

    Join us for a free Education Open House at Mt. Cuba this March. Attend informational drop-in sessions with Mt. Cuba Center staff and learn about our new spring and summer class offerings. Enjoy a pre-season sneak peek with a guided tour of the gardens, bursting with emerging spring ephemerals. Take advantage of a 10% discount on registration for an upcoming class of your choice when you register on-site during the event. This event is free, but RSVP is required. This event takes place in person, at Mt. Cuba Center, on Sunday, March 23, 2025. RSVP HERE

  • Gardening for Ecological Resilience Tour

    Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

    Take an in-depth look at the gardens, discover how to create sustainable landscapes with native plants, and learn effective techniques for gardening for ecological resilience. This 2-hour tour expands on concepts covered in the introductory Welcome Walk, exploring topics, including systems thinking, climate change impacts, drought-resistant landscapes, and invasive species management. Learn Practical Solutions to Modern Challenges Gardening for Ecological Resilience emphasizes practical solutions to modern environmental challenges. Explore how native plants contribute to ecosystem stability, act as carbon sinks, provide food and shelter for wildlife, and enhance soil health. Discover Innovative Research and Techniques This tour also highlights Mt.

    $7

  • Gardening for Ecological Resilience Tour

    Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

    Take an in-depth look at the gardens, discover how to create sustainable landscapes with native plants, and learn effective techniques for gardening for ecological resilience. This 2-hour tour expands on concepts covered in the introductory Welcome Walk, exploring topics, including systems thinking, climate change impacts, drought-resistant landscapes, and invasive species management. Learn Practical Solutions to Modern Challenges Gardening for Ecological Resilience emphasizes practical solutions to modern environmental challenges. Explore how native plants contribute to ecosystem stability, act as carbon sinks, provide food and shelter for wildlife, and enhance soil health. Discover Innovative Research and Techniques This tour also highlights Mt.

    $7

  • Gardening for Ecological Resilience Tour

    Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

    Take an in-depth look at the gardens, discover how to create sustainable landscapes with native plants, and learn effective techniques for gardening for ecological resilience. This 2-hour tour expands on concepts covered in the introductory Welcome Walk, exploring topics, including systems thinking, climate change impacts, drought-resistant landscapes, and invasive species management. Learn Practical Solutions to Modern Challenges Gardening for Ecological Resilience emphasizes practical solutions to modern environmental challenges. Explore how native plants contribute to ecosystem stability, act as carbon sinks, provide food and shelter for wildlife, and enhance soil health. Discover Innovative Research and Techniques This tour also highlights Mt.

    $7

  • Gardening for Ecological Resilience Tour

    Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

    Take an in-depth look at the gardens, discover how to create sustainable landscapes with native plants, and learn effective techniques for gardening for ecological resilience. This 2-hour tour expands on concepts covered in the introductory Welcome Walk, exploring topics, including systems thinking, climate change impacts, drought-resistant landscapes, and invasive species management. Learn Practical Solutions to Modern Challenges Gardening for Ecological Resilience emphasizes practical solutions to modern environmental challenges. Explore how native plants contribute to ecosystem stability, act as carbon sinks, provide food and shelter for wildlife, and enhance soil health. Discover Innovative Research and Techniques This tour also highlights Mt.

    $7

  • Mt. Cuba Garden History Tour

    Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

    This tour covers the 90-year transformation of Mt. Cuba Center’s landscape from its beginnings as a private country estate to a public botanical garden. Learn about the many people, ideas, and ecologically inspired vision that have contributed to the design and evolution of the gardens over time. One hour, $7 in addition to admission, free for members. This program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center Saturday, July 5, 2025. GET TICKETS: General Public Individual+ & Dual+ Members Supporter, Advocate & Conservator Members  

    $7

  • The Beauty of Living Soil Tour

    Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

    Join us on this special tour to learn the ways in which native plants rely on the work of an underground network for their vigor and beauty.

    $7

  • Gardening for Ecological Resilience Tour

    Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

    Take an in-depth look at the gardens, discover how to create sustainable landscapes with native plants, and learn effective techniques for gardening for ecological resilience. This 2-hour tour expands on concepts covered in the introductory Welcome Walk, exploring topics, including systems thinking, climate change impacts, drought-resistant landscapes, and invasive species management. Learn Practical Solutions to Modern Challenges Gardening for Ecological Resilience emphasizes practical solutions to modern environmental challenges. Explore how native plants contribute to ecosystem stability, act as carbon sinks, provide food and shelter for wildlife, and enhance soil health. Discover Innovative Research and Techniques This tour also highlights Mt.

    $7

  • Gardening for Ecological Resilience Tour

    Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

    Take an in-depth look at the gardens, discover how to create sustainable landscapes with native plants, and learn effective techniques for gardening for ecological resilience. This 2-hour tour expands on concepts covered in the introductory Welcome Walk, exploring topics including systems thinking, climate change impacts, drought-resistant landscapes, and invasive species management. Learn Practical Solutions to Modern Challenges Gardening for Ecological Resilience emphasizes practical solutions to modern environmental challenges. Explore how native plants contribute to ecosystem stability, act as carbon sinks, provide food and shelter for wildlife, and enhance soil health. Discover Innovative Research and Techniques This tour also highlights Mt.

    $7

  • Gardening for Ecological Resilience Tour

    Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

    Take an in-depth look at the gardens, discover how to create sustainable landscapes with native plants, and learn effective techniques for gardening for ecological resilience. This 2-hour tour expands on concepts covered in the introductory Welcome Walk, exploring topics including systems thinking, climate change impacts, drought-resistant landscapes, and invasive species management. Learn Practical Solutions to Modern Challenges Gardening for Ecological Resilience emphasizes practical solutions to modern environmental challenges. Explore how native plants contribute to ecosystem stability, act as carbon sinks, provide food and shelter for wildlife, and enhance soil health. Discover Innovative Research and Techniques This tour also highlights Mt.

    $7

  • Gardening for Ecological Resilience Tour

    Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

    Take an in-depth look at the gardens, discover how to create sustainable landscapes with native plants, and learn effective techniques for gardening for ecological resilience. This 2-hour tour expands on concepts covered in the introductory Welcome Walk, exploring topics including systems thinking, climate change impacts, drought-resistant landscapes, and invasive species management. Learn Practical Solutions to Modern Challenges Gardening for Ecological Resilience emphasizes practical solutions to modern environmental challenges. Explore how native plants contribute to ecosystem stability, act as carbon sinks, provide food and shelter for wildlife, and enhance soil health. Discover Innovative Research and Techniques This tour also highlights Mt.

    $7

  • Gardening for Ecological Resilience Tour

    Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

    Take an in-depth look at the gardens, discover how to create sustainable landscapes with native plants, and learn effective techniques for gardening for ecological resilience. This 2-hour tour expands on concepts covered in the introductory Welcome Walk, exploring topics including systems thinking, climate change impacts, drought-resistant landscapes, and invasive species management. Learn Practical Solutions to Modern Challenges Gardening for Ecological Resilience emphasizes practical solutions to modern environmental challenges. Explore how native plants contribute to ecosystem stability, act as carbon sinks, provide food and shelter for wildlife, and enhance soil health. Discover Innovative Research and Techniques This tour also highlights Mt.

    $7

  • Mt. Cuba Garden History Tour

    Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

    This tour covers the 90-year transformation of Mt. Cuba Center’s landscape from its beginnings as a private country estate to a public botanical garden. Learn about the many people, ideas, and ecologically inspired vision that have contributed to the design and evolution of the gardens over time. One hour, $7 in addition to admission, free for members. This program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center Saturday, October 4, 2025. GET TICKETS: General Public Individual+ & Dual+ Members Supporter, Advocate & Conservator Members  

    $7

  • The Beauty of Living Soil Tour

    Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

    During this interactive walk, explore examples of how our soil management supports an intact ecosystem.

    $7

  • Gardening for Ecological Resilience Tour

    Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

    Take an in-depth look at the gardens, discover how to create sustainable landscapes with native plants, and learn effective techniques for gardening for ecological resilience. This 2-hour tour expands on concepts covered in the introductory Welcome Walk, exploring topics including systems thinking, climate change impacts, drought-resistant landscapes, and invasive species management. Learn Practical Solutions to Modern Challenges Gardening for Ecological Resilience emphasizes practical solutions to modern environmental challenges. Explore how native plants contribute to ecosystem stability, act as carbon sinks, provide food and shelter for wildlife, and enhance soil health. Discover Innovative Research and Techniques This tour also highlights Mt.

    $7

  • Gardening for Ecological Resilience Tour

    Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

    Take an in-depth look at the gardens, discover how to create sustainable landscapes with native plants, and learn effective techniques for gardening for ecological resilience. This 2-hour tour expands on concepts covered in the introductory Welcome Walk, exploring topics including systems thinking, climate change impacts, drought-resistant landscapes, and invasive species management. Learn Practical Solutions to Modern Challenges Gardening for Ecological Resilience emphasizes practical solutions to modern environmental challenges. Explore how native plants contribute to ecosystem stability, act as carbon sinks, provide food and shelter for wildlife, and enhance soil health. Discover Innovative Research and Techniques This tour also highlights Mt.

    $7

  • Owl Howl: Section A

    Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

    Many people have heard an owl, but few have ever seen one. Mt. Cuba’s varied landscapes and topography provide the ideal habitats for three of Delaware’s native owl species – the barred, great horned, and Eastern screech – and winter is the best time to spot them roosting in our trees. Owls are nocturnal so join us as we search for them just after dusk. Following a brief introductory lecture, we’ll head into the garden and listen to their unique calls. Dress for the weather. This program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center Wednesday, November 12, 2025 (Rain Date:

    $39

  • Gardening for Ecological Resilience Tour

    Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

    Take an in-depth look at the gardens, discover how to create sustainable landscapes with native plants, and learn effective techniques for gardening for ecological resilience. This 2-hour tour expands on concepts covered in the introductory Welcome Walk, exploring topics including systems thinking, climate change impacts, drought-resistant landscapes, and invasive species management. Learn Practical Solutions to Modern Challenges Gardening for Ecological Resilience emphasizes practical solutions to modern environmental challenges. Explore how native plants contribute to ecosystem stability, act as carbon sinks, provide food and shelter for wildlife, and enhance soil health. Discover Innovative Research and Techniques This tour also highlights Mt.

    $7