Morris ArBOOretum & Gardens
We’re getting into the Halloween spirit this month at the ArBOOretum!
This Month at the Morris
October Storytime
Wednesday, October 16 • 10:30 am
Free with general admission
This month, we’re reading Leaf Man by Lois Ehlert.
Scavenger Hunt & Costume Dance Party
Thursday, October 17 • 5 pm
Registration is required.
Come to the Morris for a Halloween scavenger hunt and dance party!
11th Annual Tree Canopy Conference
Friday, October 18 • 9 am
Registration is required
Join us for the annual symposium that brings together a variety of green industry professionals and other stakeholders who work with and care about our region’s urban forest.
Gourds in Culture
Friday, October 18 • 11 am
Free with general admission
Learn how this plant family supported cultures throughout history, and make your own gourd instrument or drinking cup!
Trick or Treat Bag Craft
Tuesday, October 22 • 5:30 pm
Registration is required.
Come to the Morris to make a special plant-themed trick-or-treat bag to carry your candy.
Autumn Foliage and Holidays
Tuesday, October 29 • 11 am
Free with general admission
Explore Dia de los Muertos and the plants and flowers associated with this celebration, and make your own mask and paper marigolds.
Mischief Night Portrait Party
Wednesday, October 30 • 5:30 pm
Registration is required
Pose in costume in the Rose Garden with your friends, then paint small portraits of each other to take home.
Garden Highlights Tour
Weekends (year round) • 1 pm
Weekdays (starting March 18) • 10:30 am
Our knowledgeable guides will design a tour around the interests of the attendees. Every tour is different so come back as many times as you’d like.
For this year's theme, we're in our VILLAIN era! Whether a deliciously malicious movie villain or a misunderstood underdog, this Halloween our participants went all-in on their favorite villains. Scarecrows will be on display throughout the Morris from October 1–31. Vote for your favorite scarecrow October 1–17 in the Welcome Center to determine the winners!