Book Bedazzling Workshop
Bring a book to bedazzle to add something sparkly to your bookshelf.
Across the Delaware: Journey to Amico Island
Join us for a guided kayak trip across the Delaware to Amico Island in New Jersey. Enjoy lunch on the beach and explore the island’s peaceful coves.
Yoga on the Boathouse
In partnership with the Northeast Family YMCA, we will be offering monthly yoga classes on our newly renovated Boathouse deck with a great view of the Delaware River.
Lily P.A.D.S: Camp Play & Adventure Day
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Kids can spend the day exploring and playing around Glen Foerd led by our Lily P.A.D.S. Educators.
Trash to Treasure: A River Cleanup & Art Project
Join us for a river cleanup and assist our Teaching Artist in Residence in looking for hidden treasure. Found objects will be used in a community art project this summer.
Second Saturday Guided Tour
Don't miss a guided tour blending the history, art, and nature of Glen Foerd's Main House and grounds.
Open Boating Days at Glen Foerd
This summer don’t miss our Open Boating Days at Glen Foerd! Take out a canoe, rowboat, or kayak and explore parts of the Poquessing Creek and Delaware River.
3rd Thursday at Glen Foerd
Join us for an evening by the river with live music, food, drinks, and a craft table for all ages!
Paper Making Workshop
Make your own paper out of recycled fibers! Join teaching artists from the Paper Think Tank and transform cotton rags into beautiful handmade paper.
Lily P.A.D.S: The Dragons Session
This workshop is perfect for all of the fantasy loving kids. We’ll create our own shields, ships, and painted dragon eyes.
Family Storytime with the Free Library
Enjoy story time with the Free Library at the historic Main House or outside on the waterfront lawn if the weather is nice!
Evening Bat Walk at Glen Foerd
Learn more about bats on an evening walk around Glen Foerd.
Cyanotypes with Artist in Residence, Cory Kram
Join us for a cyanotype workshop, showcasing objects from Glen Foerd's collection and found objects from the Poquessing Creek.
Secrets of the Solstice: A Summer Stroll
Join us for a walk with naturalist Mike Weilbacher as he discusses the importance of the Solstice all over the world.
Family Storytime with the Free Library
Enjoy story time with the Free Library at the historic Main House or outside on the waterfront lawn if the weather is nice!
RiverFest
Join us for our annual RiverFest and explore the river, shop local vendors, and grab a bite to eat.
Family Storytime with the Free Library
Enjoy story time with the Free Library at the historic Main House or outside on the waterfront lawn if the weather is nice!
Dinner by the River
Celebrate spring with a 4-course dinner by the river! The Clean Plate Club will create an amazing food experience that includes spring produce and local honey.
Birds & Bottles: Still-life Watercolor with Artist in Residence, Cory Kram
Join us for a still-life watercolor workshop, showcasing objects from Glen Foerd's collection and found objects from the Poquessing Creek.
Lily P.A.D.S. Stitch Session
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Kids can celebrate the new live action movie of everyone’s favorite blue alien with crafts and more!
Plant Swap & Tree Giveaway
Don’t miss our annual plant swap and grab a native tree sapling courtesy of PA Interfaith Power & Light.
3rd Thursday at Glen Foerd
Join us for an evening by the river with live music, food, drinks, and a craft table for all ages!
Blooms & Bubbles: A Mother's Day Workshop
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Spend Mother’s Day crafting a beautiful floral crown, decorating a personal cake, and sipping a mimosa.
Open Boating Days at Glen Foerd
This summer don’t miss our Open Boating Days at Glen Foerd! Take out a canoe, rowboat, or kayak and explore parts of the Poquessing Creek and Delaware River.
Watercolor Painting with Tacony LAB
Using watercolors, be inspired to create a small painting based on the surroundings at Glen Foerd.
Second Saturday Guided Tour
Don't miss a guided tour blending the history, art, and nature of Glen Foerd's Main House and grounds.
Lily P.A.D.S. Mom & Me Tea
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Kids and moms can spend a special day together with makeovers, crafts, and a tea party.
Yoga on the Boathouse
SOLD OUT
In partnership with the Northeast Family YMCA, we will be offering monthly yoga classes on our newly renovated Boathouse deck with a great view of the Delaware River.
Birds & Bottles: Still-life Drawing with Artist in Residence, Cory Kram
SOLD OUT
Join us for a still-life drawing workshop, showcasing objects from Glen Foerd's collection and found objects from the Poquessing Creek.
Lily P.A.D.S. Spring Break Play & Adventure Day
SOLD OUT
Kids can spend the day exploring and playing around Glen Foerd led by our Lily P.A.D.S. Educators.
Mushroom and Fungi Walk
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Learn more about the different types of mushrooms on this leisurely walk around the grounds.
Lily P.A.D.S: Egg Hunt
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Don’t miss our eggciting Egg Hunt along with some fun bunny crafts!
Dollhouse Design Workshop
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Unlock your inner child by designing your own dollhouse.
Container Gardening with Black Girls with Green Thumbs
Enhance your small spaces with greenery in this hands on workshop.
Second Saturday Guided Tour
Don't miss a guided tour blending the history, art, and nature of Glen Foerd's Main House and grounds.
Screen Printing with Tacony Lab
Join the crew from the Tacony LAB Community Art Center for a print-making workshop featuring designs from Northeast Philly and the Delaware River. We will screen print on a choice of paper or tote bags.
Slow Art Day
Slow down and take a closer look at a few selected paintings in the Glen Foerd art gallery as part of Slow Art Day 2025.
Lily P.A.D.S. Phillies Phever
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Everyone has Phillies Phever so we’re adding another session to celebrate!
Gallery Talk: Female Artists in the Glen Foerd Collection
Don’t miss this gallery talk highlighting some amazing historical and contemporary female/femme presenting artists.
Lily P.A.D.S. Phillies Phever
SOLD OUT
Spring is here & that means everyone has Phillies Phever!
Terrarium Workshop
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Create personalized terrariums to decorate your space with some greenery!
Second Saturday Guided Tour
Don't miss a guided tour blending the history, art, and nature of Glen Foerd's Main House and grounds.
Card Making with Tacony Lab
Join the crew from the Tacony LAB Community Art Center for a card-making workshop. We will have pop-up cards featuring the fireplaces of Glen Foerd, along with other types of cards to make
Secret Cinema Film Screening with Live Organ Music
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Don’t miss a special screening of the 1924 silent film He Who Gets Slapped starring Lon Chaney. Accompanying the film will be live music on our recently restored pipe organ.
Winter Gull Watching with Bird Philly
Glen Foerd is one of the best places in the city to bird-watch during the winter. Join BirdPhilly at this free event to search for unique birds such as the Iceland or Glaucous Gull and the Double-crested and Great Cormorants.
Knot Workshop
Learn some useful knots and create some art! This workshop is perfect for anyone who wants to practice knot tying.