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Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens is one of eastern Pennsylvania's major horticultural and environmental assets. As a botanical garden, it preserves and nurtures forty-six acres of Chester County's rapidly disappearing natural environments. The Arboretum is one of Pennsylvania's major horticultural showcases of native trees, shrubs, rhododendrons, azaleas, laurels, blueberries, ferns and wildflowers. Jenkins also offers education programs for people of all ages as well as opportunities for kids to borrow an Explorer Vest and enjoy nature play time in our Explorer Garden. The Garden Shop at Jenkins offers a variety of plants, gifts and books for sale, alongside a gallery space with four art exhibitions each year. Jenkins is 100% funded by the community. Admission is free; donations are appreciated.Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens is one of eastern Pennsylvania's major horticultural and environmental assets. As a botanical garden, it preserves and nurtures forty-six acres of Chester County's rapidly disappearing natural environments. The Arboretum is one of Pennsylvania's major horticultural showcases of native trees, shrubs, rhododendrons, azaleas, laurels, blueberries, ferns and wildflowers. Jenkins also offers education programs for people of all ages as well as opportunities for kids to borrow an Explorer Vest and enjoy nature play time in our Explorer Garden. The Garden Shop at Jenkins offers a variety of plants, gifts and books for sale, alongside a gallery space with four art exhibitions each year. Jenkins is 100% funded by the community. Admission is free; donations are appreciated.