Welcome to Hershey Gardens
Hershey Gardens opened in 1937 with Milton Hershey’s request to “create a nice garden of roses.” More than 80 years later, the small rose garden has blossomed into 23 acres of botanical beauty providing visitors with unique experiences and enriching opportunities.
Overlooking the town of Hershey, Hershey Gardens features a breathtaking assortment of flowers and shrubs, a stately collection of rare, signature trees, and various programs designed to delight visitors of all ages.
Indulge your senses in the color and variety of our brilliant seasonal displays and theme gardens, including the indoor, tropical Butterfly Atrium and the hands-on Children’s Garden.
3,000 Roses In Bloom
The historical highlight of Hershey Gardens, this is where it all began in 1937. The brilliant assortment of 3,000 roses representing 115 varieties includes an interesting mix of heights, colors and flower forms of Hybrid Tea, floribunda, shrub, and miniature roses, and features the new AARS rose variety winners each year.
Upcoming Events
Apr.
20
Guided Walk
Join Dr. Ray Barbehenn, a biologist with an expertise in plant ecology, for an hour-long adventure through the gardens as you learn about plants and trees. Bring your curiosity! Included...
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Apr.
20
Daisy “Eco-Learner” Badge Workshop
Registration closes April 7 Earn your “Eco-Learner” badge by learning different ways to protect the environment during our Earth Day celebration! Price includes the cost of your “Eco-Learner” badge. Your...
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Apr.
20
Earth Day Celebration
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. View a selection of heritage breed farm animals in the Amphitheatre and join our teen volunteers as they lead drop-in activities to inspire young guests...
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Apr.
20
Tunes in the Tulips
Saturday, April 13 and Saturday April 20 from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Enjoy local musician Ray Costanzo as plays his guitar and ukulele among the tulips! Hershey resident Ray...
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Apr.
26
Arbor Day Celebration
Roving tour guides will be strolling the Gardens, sharing the history of Hershey Gardens and highlighting some of our favorite trees. Mini tours will be offered along the Arboretum trail....
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