Spend a day at America's first botanic garden, which showcases the Bartram collection of North American plants and the Bartram house, a one-of-a-kind structure and National Historic Landmark. The day is tailored for the Arboretum group and includes a guided tour by head gardener Todd Greenberg, who will discuss the rare collection of native plants, specimen trees and shrubs, and edibles onsite, as well as the organic gardening practices implemented. The day will also include a behind-the-scenes curator's talk that will dig deeper into the history and stories of Bartram's Garden with an interactive discussion and viewing of historic objects, documents, and archaeological artifacts that provide an intimate glimps into the hidden story of the site. A catered lunch will be served in one of the historical properties on the property.

See also the Brother Gardeners talk by Andrea Wulf, May 4 at 4 p.m.

Fee: $110 members, $125 general public includes transportation, lunch, two customized guided tours, and entrance fees.

410.634.2847, ext. 0 or info@adkinsarboretum.org.