Tyler Arboretum
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About Us
Located in the heart of Delaware County, PA, Tyler Arboretum is a place of natural beauty and history dating back to the time of William Penn. Today, Tyler serves the Greater Philadelphia region through horticulture, education, and the preservation of natural lands. For more about the Arboretum, go to: http://www.tylerarboretum.org/
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Contact Information
515 Painter Road
Media, PA 19063
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Sunday August 17 10:00am - 11:15am EDT
Echoes of the Land: Delaware County’s Changing Ecology
FOR ADULTS AND TEENS AGES 12-17 Explore Delaware County’s evolving landscape on this thought-provoking tour. As you walk through Tyler’s diverse habitats, you’ll uncover how nature and history intersect in an era of climate change. Gain insight into the past, present, a......More
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Wednesday August 20 8:00am - 10:00am EDT
Weekday Bird Walk
FREE FOR MEMBERS! Pre-registration is required. Join birders Sara Boucas-Neto, Chuck Root, and Dave Eberly on Wednesday morning walks at Tyler. With acres of unbroken forest interior and extensive meadows, Tyler is recognized by the Pennsylvania Audubon Society as an Im......More
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Wednesday August 20 7:30pm - 9:00pm EDT
Nature at Night: Members-Only Family Movie Night — "The Wild Robot"
One of the many perks of Tyler membership is FREE admission to special family-friendly events like our second annual Family Movie Night. Bring the family, beach chairs, snacks, and drinks for this fun movie-watching event in Acer Field! We’re screening 2024’s “The Wild ......More
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Thursday August 21 9:30am - 11:30am EDT
Richard's Rambles
FOR ADULTS (18+) AND TEENS AGES 15-17 Join naturalist Dr. Richard Brenner for Richard’s Rambles, a series of immersive walks through Tyler Arboretum’s 650 acres. Each Ramble explores a different corner of the Arboretum—from towering trees and seasonal blooms to rocky ou......More
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Friday August 22 8:00am - 9:15am EDT
Weekend Warm-up Hike
The Weekend Warm-up Hike returns to Tyler’s hiking trails! Start your Friday off right with a brisk, one-hour hike through Tyler’s gardens and natural areas beyond the deer exclusion fence. This hike is intended as a moderate cardio workout, and we typically cover 2 1/2......More
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Saturday August 23 9:30am - 11:30am EDT
Nature Journaling Single Class: Summer Session
FOR ADULTS AGES 18+ Ready to take a deep dive into the natural world? Nature Journaling is a wonderful tool for observing and recording the flora and fauna around us. Utilizing our inner scientist, writer, and artist, we will learn to capture the intricate details we fi......More
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Saturday August 23 11:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Saturday Wildflower Walk: Summer Edition
Rain or shine Appropriate for Adults (18+) and Teens ages 12-17 Join wildflower expert Dick Cloud on an informative two-hour hike that takes you through meadows, woods, and occasionally streamside. Although the focus is on plants, we will talk about whatever we might s......More
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Wednesday August 27 8:00am - 10:00am EDT
Weekday Bird Walk
FREE FOR MEMBERS! Pre-registration is required. Join birders Sara Boucas-Neto, Chuck Root, and Dave Eberly on Wednesday morning walks at Tyler. With acres of unbroken forest interior and extensive meadows, Tyler is recognized by the Pennsylvania Audubon Society as an Im......More
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Wednesday August 27 7:00pm - 8:15pm EDT
Nature at Night: Bats! Single Class
FOR ADULTS & CHILDREN AGES 5+ | HELD RAIN OR SHINE IN THE BARN Meet the Bats! Join Pennsylvania Bat Rescue to learn more about bats, their habits, and how they are important to the health of our ecosystem. We will also learn how to protect bats in our area, meet some ......More
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Thursday August 28 9:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Trail Hike with the Chester County Trail Club
The Chester County Trail Club will be leading monthly hikes at Tyler. We will explore 5 to 7 miles of the Arboretum’s outer, inner, and connecting trails, covering meadows, forests, and streams. This is a great way to get a general lay of the land. Upon arrival, check......More
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Friday August 29 8:00am - 9:15am EDT
Weekend Warm-up Hike
The Weekend Warm-up Hike returns to Tyler’s hiking trails! Start your Friday off right with a brisk, one-hour hike through Tyler’s gardens and natural areas beyond the deer exclusion fence. This hike is intended as a moderate cardio workout, and we typically cover 2 1/2......More
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Saturday August 30 11:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Saturday Wildflower Walk: Summer Edition
Rain or shine Appropriate for Adults (18+) and Teens ages 12-17 Join wildflower expert Dick Cloud on an informative two-hour hike that takes you through meadows, woods, and occasionally streamside. Although the focus is on plants, we will talk about whatever we might s......More
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Thursday September 4 9:30am - 11:30am EDT
Richard's Rambles
FOR ADULTS (18+) AND TEENS AGES 15-17 Join naturalist Dr. Richard Brenner for Richard’s Rambles, a series of immersive walks through Tyler Arboretum’s 650 acres. Each Ramble explores a different corner of the Arboretum—from towering trees and seasonal blooms to rocky ou......More
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Friday September 5 8:00am - 9:15am EDT
Weekend Warm-up Hike
The Weekend Warm-up Hike returns to Tyler’s hiking trails! Start your Friday off right with a brisk, one-hour hike through Tyler’s gardens and natural areas beyond the deer exclusion fence. This hike is intended as a moderate cardio workout, and we typically cover 2 1/2......More