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Event Series Nature at Night: Fireflies – Light Up the Night!:

Nature at Night: Fireflies – Light Up the Night!:

Tyler Arboretum, 515 Painter Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States

Join us for a presentation in Tyler’s Barn Loft, followed by a twilight walk to find fireflies! Fireflies light up our yards on warm summer nights, but their glow is starting to dim as populations decline. Join native planting designer Michelle Detwiler to learn about these uniquely bioluminescent creatures and their challenges. Learn how to create healthy habitat to make your space as inviting as possible for these charismatic insects. After the presentation, we will join entomologist Sam Nestory for an exciting twilight walk to observe and identify local firefly species in the meadow at Tyler. FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN

$8 – $20
Event Series Nature at Night: Fireflies – Light Up the Night!:

Nature at Night: Fireflies – Light Up the Night!:

Tyler Arboretum, 515 Painter Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States

Join us for a presentation in Tyler’s Barn Loft, followed by a twilight walk to find fireflies! Fireflies light up our yards on warm summer nights, but their glow is starting to dim as populations decline. Join native planting designer Michelle Detwiler to learn about these uniquely bioluminescent creatures and their challenges. Learn how to create healthy habitat to make your space as inviting as possible for these charismatic insects. After the presentation, we will join entomologist Sam Nestory for an exciting twilight walk to observe and identify local firefly species in the meadow at Tyler. FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN

$8 – $20

Tyler after Dark: Firefly Walk under the Stars

Tyler Arboretum 515 Painter Road, Media, PA, United States

Experience the bioluminescent wonder of fireflies on this after-hours hike! As dusk settles and darkness envelops the Arboretum we will head into the forest to visit several locations where we expect to observe fireflies at this time of year - fields, meadows and at the forest edge. Our guides Dick Cloud and John Bunting will share points of special interest and seasonal highlights. In addition to fireflies we hope to see and hear some of the nocturnal wildlife that make a home in Tyler’s natural areas! Hiking at night is a unique sensory experience. We will use our sense of

$3 – $21

Nature at Night: Mammals in our Backyard

Tyler Arboretum, 515 Painter Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States

Tyler Arboretum, 515 Painter Road, Media, PA 19063 A live animal encounter! You don't have to go to another country or a zoo to see exciting animals; we have them right here in our backyards! In this program, you'll meet animals from Pennsylvania and learn why they are worthy of some hometown pride. Live animals and taxidermy mounts highlight this exciting hands-on experience. Participants learn what behaviors and adaptations are unique to each species, then touch and see the critters up close. All ages. Pre-registration required. Please check in at the Visitor Center upon arrival. Children must be accompanied by

$3 – $20

Session 2: Mid-Morning Christmas Bird Count

Tyler Arboretum, 515 Painter Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States

The Christmas Bird Count is a great way to help determine the bird population at Tyler Arboretum. We have been doing this for over 45 years, and we would love to have you join in on the fun! This year, we are breaking up the day. Registration is required. Sign up for one or both! (Registration for sessions sold separately) Session 1: Early Morning Christmas Bird Count, 5:30 am – 7:00 am, meet in Tyler Parking Lot For those who like to get to counting birds early, we will be hiking out before sunrise. At this early hour, we may

Tyler Arboretum 10K Trail Run

Tyler Arboretum, 515 Painter Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States

Join Us for the Tyler Arboretum 10k Trail Run – A Spring Tradition! Ready to challenge yourself while taking in the stunning natural beauty of Tyler Arboretum? We invite you to be part of our 10k Trail Run, a must-do race in Delaware County, made even more special by the opportunity to race through the gorgeous, historic grounds of Tyler Arboretum. This unique trail race is a rare off-road event and is the ONLY race held in this beautiful setting. It’s also part of the 2025 USATF Mid-Atlantic Off-Road Grand Prix Series, making it a fantastic opportunity for runners of

$50

Spirit of Spring Fireside

Tyler Arboretum, 515 Painter Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States

Food Trucks • Beer • Wine & Spirits • Garden Tours • Storytime & Kids Crafts • and more! Shake off the winter chill and welcome the beauty of spring at Tyler Arboretum! Gather with family and friends for an evening of seasonal fun, featuring crackling firepits, toasted marshmallows, and the fresh sights and scents of spring starting to bloom. Enjoy delicious food from local food trucks, simple outdoor games and activities, guided walks through gardens and budding woodlands, and a spring evening outdoors—plus refreshing beverages to sip as you soak in the season. It’s the perfect way to embrace

Free for Members | Non-members Pay General Admission

Tyler Arboretum Plant Sale

Tyler Arboretum, 515 Painter Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States

Shop the annual Plant Sale at Tyler Arboretum on Saturday and Sunday, May 3 and 4! Open to the general public between 8 am and 2 pm. Admission to the Plant Sale is free. The Plant Sale takes place outdoors and is a rain-or-shine event. Garden experts are on hand to offer advice on plant selection, planting and care tips, and the best kinds of companion plants. Explore our diverse selection of plants with purpose, carefully chosen to benefit birds, pollinators, and you. The Plant Sale’s large selection of plants offers something to suit all pockets and tastes: from trees,

Free