Past Events

  1. Plant Families VIII

    Oct 29, 2025, 9:00am - 3:00pm

    This event is a great way to learn more about the relatedness of plants within selected plant families and their importance. Plant Families TBD. Presenters include Paul Snyder, Jason Veil, Jim Chatfield, and other family members. Lunch is included. Register Now

  2. ArborEatum

    Oct 15, 2025, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

    A Smorgasbord of landscape delights; edible landscaping at its most personal. A fun evening of sampling creative landscape (food) design. Past standouts include pawpaw crème brulee and trifle, ramp soup, the multiple creations of Lois Rose from medlar jam to crème de cassis, from bitter orange marmalade to kousa dogwood jam, aronia thumbprint cookies, autumn olive pate de fruits, Dolgo crabapple butter, and fringetree olives.

  3. Autumn Discovery Day Plant Sale

    Oct 4, 2025, 9:00am - 12:00pm

     Friends of Secrest Arboretum is excited to host our annual fall plant sale. Stop by the Welcome Center to talk to the experts and shop for unique plants. Check out the sale list and plan to arrive early for best selection! Friends of Secrest members enjoy a 10% discount at our members-only presale on October 3rd. Not a member? Join TODAY! View Sale List

  4. Seasonal Flow: Autumn Grounding Practice

    Sep 18, 2025, 6:00pm - 7:15pm

    Free session open to all levels and ages 12 and up As the season begins to shift, nature invites us to slow down and release. This gentle outdoor wellness session offers space to move, breathe, and reconnect with yourself in the peaceful surroundings of Secrest Arboretum.

  5. 101st Ohio Plant Diagnostic Workshop

    Sep 5, 2025, 9:00am - 4:00pm

    Hone your skills in plant diagnosis at this annual workshop. The event will feature a variety of speakers, sample reviews, and a walk through the arboretum. Horticultural, plant pathological, and entomological problems and opportunities will be discussed. The speakers include Drs. Zane Raudenbush and Francesa Rotondo, Joe Boggs, Erik Draper, and Jim Chatfield. The workshop will include an extended period for examining and discussing samples. ONLA and Master Gardener credits are also eligible. Lunch and materials will be provided.

  6. Rose Rosette and Other Important Diseases of Roses: Symptom Identification, Disease Rating, and Management Options

    Aug 22, 2025, 10:00am - 12:00pm

    Roses are some of the most beloved garden plants. However, they are very susceptible to a variety of plant diseases some of which can lead to extensive plant mortality. Led by Dr. Francesca Hand, this program will train attendants in identifying important diseases of garden roses and strategies for disease management. Additionally, participants will walk a research demonstration trial to get insights into the latest research being conducted at Ohio State to combat rose rosette and black spot diseases.

  7. Whiz- Bang Science Show

    Aug 7, 2025, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

    The Periodic Table of Art. Dr. Dave will talk about scientific principles that help us to make art. Dr. Dave Lohnes, CFAES Wooster's popular Whiz-Bang Scientist, teaches children about science and the natural world in an enriching outdoor environment. The 2025 season features: The Science of Sound, Dr. Dave Sails the Seven Seas, and The Periodic Table of Art. Shows are fun for the entire family! Parking and admission are free. The show is cancelled in the event of severe weather.

  8. (Cancelled) ----CANCELLED----Rose Rosette and Other Important Diseases of Roses: Symptom Identification, Disease Rating, and Management Options

    Jul 21, 2025, 10:00am - 12:00pm

    This progam has been postponed to Friday August 22.

  9. Hydrangea School

    Jul 17, 2025, 9:00am - 2:00pm

    Discover the artistry of hydrangeas amidst the serene beauty of Secrest Arboretum. Join our immersive workshop and unlock the secrets to cultivating and caring for these exquisite plants. Under the guidance of Secrest Arboretum horticulturalists, delve into the fascinating world of hydrangea cultivation, from growing techniques to optimal soil conditions. Elevate your gardening skills and cultivate lasting memories in the picturesque setting of Secrest Arboretum's lush landscapes. Lunch  is included in the cost of registration.

  10. Whiz Bang Science Show

    Jul 10, 2025, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

    Dr. Dave Sails the Seven Seas. As we visit seven lakes, seas, and oceans, we will learn about water. Dr. Dave Lohnes, CFAES Wooster's popular Whiz-Bang Scientist, teaches children about science and the natural world in an enriching outdoor environment. The 2025 season features: The Science of Sound, Dr. Dave Sails the Seven Seas, and The Periodic Table of Art. Shows are fun for the entire family! Parking and admission are free. The show is cancelled in the event of severe weather.

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