I love this community and they have a lot of different varieties of flowers and the atmosphere is…read morewonderful to take pictures here.

I don't know what I can say that hasn't already been said. This place is beautiful. Sure…read moresomewhere like Longwood Gardens is massive and very impressive, but Meadowbrook feels so much more natural. Everything feels like it belongs and it doesn't just feel like flowers for the sake of people to look at them. It feels like the flowers and all the plants are supposed to live there. They're worked into the landscape beautifully. The fountains are cute, the buildings are charming, and the gardens are breathtaking. I'm glad they released the Garden Passports. It's really worked well on me I need to go everywhere, even to places I've already been now that I know there's a passport for it! I wish every place had a stamp it's a shame only some of the gardens do, but Meadowbrook does have a stamp so there's another positive!

Good visit with a friend who is a regular. The paths are coated with a recycled rubber mix and are…read moresoft to walk on. Wide variety of well-labeled plants. Apparently, Stoneleigh welcomes local humanities professors holding classes on the grounds

What a lovely garden that is free to the public! I was too busy admiring it with my family to take…read morepictures. The ambassadors at the front were so helpful knowing it was our first time visiting, and we also met some staff to thank them for maintaining it so well. I'd love to come back for a formal tour in the future and see the mansion. We'll be back!

For me, it was way too hot today for hiking/bird-watching, so this comment is focused on the indoor…read moredisplays and the house tour. I'm not a "bird person," whatever that means. What I mean is, I'm not a bird watcher and don't know much about bird habits or the sounds they make or their migration. But I can say that I learned a lot from the displays here today and enjoyed walking through the entire thing. It gave me a better appreciation for birds in nature, how they fly, the threats to their survival, etc. And the place isn't preachy. Just a very informative, pleasant learning experience. There's good information here that's well and efficiently presented; it's just enough - it's not stuffy or oppressive. The staff is helpful. We were fortunate that a house tour was beginning during our visit, and we joined that tour (included in the admission price). The tour is given by a volunteer docent. It was very informative, and we learned a great deal about Audubon (the good, bad and the ugly) and his life, marriage, his work and his valuable contributions to the field of bird studies. I'm giving this 5 stars for what we saw, and I'm assuming (confidently) that a walk/hike through the grounds on a nice day would be great.

Upon leaving I said to the receptionist, "I enjoyed this much more than I thought I would." To…read morewhich he replied, "thank you. I guess." When I go to an art museum I rarely read placards. Just interested in the art. At the Audobon center, I read everything. So interesting to learn about migration, how birds fly, their physiology ... and John James Audobon himself. What a colorful character. The mission of the center is to educate people to cherish and protect the natural world by preserving Audobon's artistic and scientific legacy. I had no particular interest in birds, but I was fascinated. The center is located on a bird sanctuary -- and the grounds are beautiful. There are trails which visitors are free to explore. BTW, if you're looking for a venue for a special event, check this place out. Staff was setting up for a wedding while we were there, and I was impressed.

Beautiful grounds surround Moland House ~ an absolutely amazing place with its incredibly rich…read morehistory. Annual reenactments representing events which took place in 1700's happen here and the house is open on certain days for tours. Washington, Hamilton, Lafayette to name just a few were part of the encampment at Moland House. The guides are wonderful with interesting stories of the family and they are quick to answer any questions. The guides explain how ice cream was made and show the many kitchen utensils used way back then ~ the house furnishings are time period correct. Moland House is a jewel of a place with many passionate, caring people who take such loving pride in showcasing this site with such abundant history.

There's a very famous nativity display that happens each year from about November 24 to January 28…read more And I'm very happy that I finally got to see it! There were over 60 nativity displays, and about 34 of them are from different countries around the world! It's wonderful to get a house tour here too! You can hear about the construction in the history of this family and this area. I recommend coming and seeing very creative styles of the nativity from around the world!!

Niche find, lots of cool stuff to look at. Would totally recommend for history lovers!read more

This is a wonderful place to go! The Anselma Mill, which hosts the Anselma Farmers and Artisans…read moreMarket, was built in 1747. The current market, ( the former Eagleview Market, of Eagle, PA), is in a large meadow that has wonderful old trees, birds, a little brook, and peacefulness for all. While the mill is a wonderful place in its own right, what I want to tell you about is the farmers' market (You can go to the mill's website to learn about the mill and find out when it is open. They have grinds on specific days as well as fun things like cheese making demonstrations, etc.). In it's second year, the Anselma Artisans and Farrmers' Market is open every Wednesday from 2-7. It closes at 6 starting in October, eventually closing as darkness falls. You will find: o two cheese makers (Shalom Farms & Birchrun Hills Farm) who both make their cheeses using thier own milk/cream from their organically grown pastured cows. Maybe you've seen Birchrun Hill Farm cheese at DiBruno Bros. in S. Philly? They also sell wonderful humanely raised .veal o Maysie's Farm - great produce from an awesome CSA o two bakers, The Wildflower Cafe and Whole Hearted Baking Company with weekly offerings of cup cakes, granola, muffins, cookies, cakes, pies, crackers, scones, biscotti, and even some gluten free goodies. Wildflower Cafe also serves beverages. This week they even had some precooked pizza crusts. Lovely. o produce from a Brogue Hydroponics, a hydrophonic farm, They bring strawberrries ALL SUMMER!!!, Find beautiful perennials, hanging baskets, and herbs, too! I think they had raspberries last summer and THE BEST and SWEETEST corn around! o Grace Growers - selling produce o Wright's Natural Meats - good meat - beef, chicken, and pork. The animals are not fed organic feed but they are pastured. Great Italian sausage! Also find eggs here. o wool and woven items from Camp Hill Village at Kimberton HIlls, they usually bring along some of ther cookies when they are there oa few jewlery makers o Maggies's Mixes and Pure Scents Soy Candles o STonefield Soaps, made from goat's milk o eggs o dog treats from Pup Bistro, selling organic treats for your dog o in the fall there are usually some apples o on consignment: o Sandi's Breads and grabanola bars o Hobo Ed's Railyard Roastery coffee o other items depending on who consigns what If you are an artist or producer you may want to give this market a try. Sign up for their newsletter if you want to be advised of who is coming to the market each week.

Montgomery and neighboring Chester county's hidden gem. You can explore history of one of the only…read morenavigable canals in the state; hike, bike, & run some spectacular trails; fish; X Country ski and ice-skate in winter; or kayak/canoe the area's only loop system where you end your trip right where you began...no shuttling!! The last Sunday in June is the Schuylkill Canal Association's annual Canal Day fundraiser, where you and your family can enjoy games, food, kayak demos, Canal Jousting, canal history, and more! Every October is the SCA's Fall Music fundraiser with many great local bands, food, Sly Fox beer, and more food. Every December is the annual Luminary Displpay where hundreds of candle-lit luminary bags line the [hopefully] snow-covered pathway...pure beauty. Don't miss Santa & Mrs. Claus on their stop at the Locktender's House! The Towpath park entrance is across from Produce Junction in Mont Clare - you can see both the canal & trail from the parking lot. The Towpath Park side is home to the Locktender's House with monthly open house events, restored lock gates with monthly openings, a music stage, and a wide open grass area for all kinds of fun. The other end of the canal is down near the Longford Rd. Dogpark & Fitzwater Station and is a gorgeus tree-lined oasis of wildlife and recreation. No bikes or horses allowed on canal path below the Fitz or you'll incur the relentless wrath of the locals!! Please do not litter!! The area is maintained by a passionate group of Schuylkill Canal Association volunteers and they want everyone to love and care for the canal as much as they do.

Always clean, and well maintained. The park area is one of the best canal parks I've seen in…read moreeastern PA. I appreciate the water dog friendliness of the river and canal. I've been here a few times and I've seen the park ranger twice. That's really a testimony to how much care and pride they take in this recreation area. I will continue to come here.

Opens one day a year for free to the public and SOOO worth it. It was packed so be prepared for…read morecrowds and parking isn't very accessible. They have a golf cart shuffle service available for those who need to get from the parking at Del Val to the farm. The crowds were big but everyone was so nice and respectful of each other and the farm. It was GORGEOUS! So many different types of plants and different garden areas to explore. Such an amazing day completely free of charge! They had fun activities for the kids, like decorating their own pot and planting seeds in their new pot.

On social media Secret Philadelphia shared there is a farm in…read more Doylestown, Pennsylvania that is open to the public for free once a year! Fordhook Farm is a historic 60-plus-acre home and testing ground of the W. Atlee Burpee Company. Purchased by founder Washington Atlee Burpee in 1888, the landmark farm served as the historic heart of American plant and seed innovation. Rare public event days feature garden talks, live music, food trucks, and access to master gardeners and the Burpeehorticulture team. Beautiful farm! So many varieties of flowers, fruits and vegetables! Complimentary water, lemonade, iced tea and popcorn. Complimentary kids activities too!