CALENDAR OF EVENTS 

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Balance in Nature- Chi Kung 9:00 am
Balance in Nature- Chi Kung @ The Polly Hill Arboretum Far Barn
Jun 3 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am
Balance in Nature- Chi Kung @ The Polly Hill Arboretum Far Barn
Based on the ancient movement practice of Chi Kung, Balance in Nature is a one-hour opportunity to allow the focused and relaxing movements to strengthen your core, quiet your mind and help you ground so[...]
Docent led tours of the grounds and plant collections. 9:30 am
Docent led tours of the grounds and plant collections. @ The Polly Hill Arboretum
Jun 3 @ 9:30 am – 10:30 am
Docent led tours of the grounds and plant collections. @ The Polly Hill Arboretum
Please join our friendly and knowledgeable docents on a tour of the grounds and plant collections. Learn about our founder Polly Hill, and visit some of the special locations found throughout the our campus. Tours[...]
Forest Bathing 10:00 am
Forest Bathing @ The Polly Hill Arboretum
Jun 3 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Forest Bathing @ The Polly Hill Arboretum
Every other Tuesday from 10-11 am. Forest Bathing, or Shinrin-Yoku, a Japanese practice of relaxation in nature, has been shown to improve immune response, mental performance, and creativity. Enjoy an easy, mindful walk through beautiful[...]
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Make Your Own Herbarium Specimen 10:00 am
Make Your Own Herbarium Specimen @ The Polly Hill Arboretum
Jun 4 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Make Your Own Herbarium Specimen @ The Polly Hill Arboretum
Join PHA Curator/Assistant Director Emily Ellingson for a hands-on journey exploring the science and art of creating herbarium specimens. In addition to managing the living collection, Emily oversees PHA’s herbarium, a documented collection of dried[...]
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Docent led tours of the grounds and plant collections. 9:30 am
Docent led tours of the grounds and plant collections. @ The Polly Hill Arboretum
Jun 5 @ 9:30 am – 10:30 am
Docent led tours of the grounds and plant collections. @ The Polly Hill Arboretum
Please join our friendly and knowledgeable docents on a tour of the grounds and plant collections. Learn about our founder Polly Hill, and visit some of the special locations found throughout the our campus. Tours[...]
Art in the Arboretum 4:30 pm
Art in the Arboretum @ The Polly Hill Arboretum
Jun 5 @ 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Art in the Arboretum @ The Polly Hill Arboretum
An opening reception and tour are scheduled for June 5 from 4:30-6pm. Art in the Arboretum is an exhibit designed to showcase views and interpretations of the Polly Hill Arboretum by 11 artists who are[...]
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Balance in Nature- Chi Kung 9:00 am
Balance in Nature- Chi Kung @ The Polly Hill Arboretum Far Barn
Jun 10 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am
Balance in Nature- Chi Kung @ The Polly Hill Arboretum Far Barn
Based on the ancient movement practice of Chi Kung, Balance in Nature is a one-hour opportunity to allow the focused and relaxing movements to strengthen your core, quiet your mind and help you ground so[...]
Docent led tours of the grounds and plant collections. 9:30 am
Docent led tours of the grounds and plant collections. @ The Polly Hill Arboretum
Jun 10 @ 9:30 am – 10:30 am
Docent led tours of the grounds and plant collections. @ The Polly Hill Arboretum
Please join our friendly and knowledgeable docents on a tour of the grounds and plant collections. Learn about our founder Polly Hill, and visit some of the special locations found throughout the our campus. Tours[...]
Nature Story Time (Family Book Series) 10:30 am
Nature Story Time (Family Book Series) @ Polly Hill Arboretum
Jun 10 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Nature Story Time (Family Book Series) @ Polly Hill Arboretum
Explore the wonders of nature through stories, songs, and hands-on activities at our magical nature-focused story time! Set amidst the beauty of the lush gardens, this outdoor gathering invites children and families to gather in[...]
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Docent led tours of the grounds and plant collections. 9:30 am
Docent led tours of the grounds and plant collections. @ The Polly Hill Arboretum
Jun 12 @ 9:30 am – 10:30 am
Docent led tours of the grounds and plant collections. @ The Polly Hill Arboretum
Please join our friendly and knowledgeable docents on a tour of the grounds and plant collections. Learn about our founder Polly Hill, and visit some of the special locations found throughout the our campus. Tours[...]
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Botanical Spotlight Tours 10:00 am
Botanical Spotlight Tours @ The Polly Hill Arboretum Visitor Center
Jun 13 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Botanical Spotlight Tours @ The Polly Hill Arboretum Visitor Center
Every other Friday, June 13 through September 19, 10-11am Learn more about the Arboretum and its plant collections on guided walks led by PHA collections staff. These specialized tours are designed to offer an in-depth[...]
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Beech Leaf Disease Tour, Q&A and Demonstration 10:00 am
Beech Leaf Disease Tour, Q&A and Demonstration @ The Polly Hill Arboretum
Jun 14 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Beech Leaf Disease Tour, Q&A and Demonstration @ The Polly Hill Arboretum
Join PHA staff, Grounds Manager Ian Jochems and Horticulturist Jack Morgan, for an informative walking tour focused on Beech Leaf Disease (BLD) on Martha’s Vineyard. This public event will provide an in-depth look at BLD—what it[...]
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Balance in Nature- Chi Kung 9:00 am
Balance in Nature- Chi Kung @ The Polly Hill Arboretum Far Barn
Jun 17 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am
Balance in Nature- Chi Kung @ The Polly Hill Arboretum Far Barn
Based on the ancient movement practice of Chi Kung, Balance in Nature is a one-hour opportunity to allow the focused and relaxing movements to strengthen your core, quiet your mind and help you ground so[...]
Docent led tours of the grounds and plant collections. 9:30 am
Docent led tours of the grounds and plant collections. @ The Polly Hill Arboretum
Jun 17 @ 9:30 am – 10:30 am
Docent led tours of the grounds and plant collections. @ The Polly Hill Arboretum
Please join our friendly and knowledgeable docents on a tour of the grounds and plant collections. Learn about our founder Polly Hill, and visit some of the special locations found throughout the our campus. Tours[...]
Forest Bathing 10:00 am
Forest Bathing @ The Polly Hill Arboretum
Jun 17 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Forest Bathing @ The Polly Hill Arboretum
Every other Tuesday from 10-11 am. Forest Bathing, or Shinrin-Yoku, a Japanese practice of relaxation in nature, has been shown to improve immune response, mental performance, and creativity. Enjoy an easy, mindful walk through beautiful[...]
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The Future PRFCT: Ground Rules for Gardening in a Changing World with Edwina von Gal 5:00 pm
The Future PRFCT: Ground Rules for Gardening in a Changing World with Edwina von Gal @ The Far Barn - EVENT IS NOW FULL!
Jun 18 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
The Future PRFCT: Ground Rules for Gardening in a Changing World with Edwina von Gal @ The Far Barn - EVENT IS NOW FULL!
Sponsored by the Betsy and Jesse Fink Family Foundation. Do you want to do something truly beneficial—for your family, your community, and the environment? It all starts with how you relate to your land. Join[...]
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Docent led tours of the grounds and plant collections. 9:30 am
Docent led tours of the grounds and plant collections. @ The Polly Hill Arboretum
Jun 19 @ 9:30 am – 10:30 am
Docent led tours of the grounds and plant collections. @ The Polly Hill Arboretum
Please join our friendly and knowledgeable docents on a tour of the grounds and plant collections. Learn about our founder Polly Hill, and visit some of the special locations found throughout the our campus. Tours[...]
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Herbaceous/Softwood Cuttings 10:00 am
Herbaceous/Softwood Cuttings @ The Polly Hill Arboretum
Jun 21 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Herbaceous/Softwood Cuttings @ The Polly Hill Arboretum
Learn how to propagate herbaceous and softwood plants via summer cuttings with PHA Plant Propagator Brittany Clark. Participants will be able to create their own cuttings and learn aftercare techniques. If time allows, the class[...]
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Balance in Nature- Chi Kung 9:00 am
Balance in Nature- Chi Kung @ The Polly Hill Arboretum Far Barn
Jun 24 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am
Balance in Nature- Chi Kung @ The Polly Hill Arboretum Far Barn
Based on the ancient movement practice of Chi Kung, Balance in Nature is a one-hour opportunity to allow the focused and relaxing movements to strengthen your core, quiet your mind and help you ground so[...]
Docent led tours of the grounds and plant collections. 9:30 am
Docent led tours of the grounds and plant collections. @ The Polly Hill Arboretum
Jun 24 @ 9:30 am – 10:30 am
Docent led tours of the grounds and plant collections. @ The Polly Hill Arboretum
Please join our friendly and knowledgeable docents on a tour of the grounds and plant collections. Learn about our founder Polly Hill, and visit some of the special locations found throughout the our campus. Tours[...]
Nature Story Time (Family Book Series) 10:30 am
Nature Story Time (Family Book Series) @ Polly Hill Arboretum
Jun 24 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Nature Story Time (Family Book Series) @ Polly Hill Arboretum
Explore the wonders of nature through stories, songs, and hands-on activities at our magical nature-focused story time! Set amidst the beauty of the lush gardens, this outdoor gathering invites children and families to gather in[...]
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Takemmy: Wampanoag Pasts and Futures 5:30 pm
Takemmy: Wampanoag Pasts and Futures @ The Polly Hill Arboretum Far Barn
Jun 25 @ 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Takemmy: Wampanoag Pasts and Futures @ The Polly Hill Arboretum Far Barn
West Tisbury and Tisbury were once part of the Wampanoag sachemship known as Takemmy in some sources. In this talk, we will examine the land and its history from the perspective of Takemmy. In the[...]
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Docent led tours of the grounds and plant collections. 9:30 am
Docent led tours of the grounds and plant collections. @ The Polly Hill Arboretum
Jun 26 @ 9:30 am – 10:30 am
Docent led tours of the grounds and plant collections. @ The Polly Hill Arboretum
Please join our friendly and knowledgeable docents on a tour of the grounds and plant collections. Learn about our founder Polly Hill, and visit some of the special locations found throughout the our campus. Tours[...]
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Botanical Spotlight Tours 10:00 am
Botanical Spotlight Tours @ The Polly Hill Arboretum Visitor Center
Jun 27 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Botanical Spotlight Tours @ The Polly Hill Arboretum Visitor Center
Every other Friday, June 13 through September 19, 10-11am Learn more about the Arboretum and its plant collections on guided walks led by PHA collections staff. These specialized tours are designed to offer an in-depth[...]
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