Learn Archery with the Pennsylvania Game Commission and Glen Foerd! Instructors are National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) Certified Basic Archery Instructors. Participants will learn the basics of archery equipment, how to shoot a compound bow, and improve shooting technique. New and experienced archers welcome. This event is appropriate for adults and children ages 8 and up. Feel free to drop in anytime during the two-hour block. Location details to follow- keep an eye on your email the day before the program! Reach out to Colleen at cwinslow@glenfoerd.org with any questions you may have.

Join us this summer on the 3rd Thursday of every month from May through September for an evening of family fun! This month, there will be food from Red Stone Pizza, live music by Ashton John, and an arts-and-crafts table for visitors of all ages. Drinks will also be available for purchase. Bring a blanket or some chairs and enjoy the grounds and Main House, which will be open for free self-guided tours. While this event is free and open to all, community donations are essential to making evenings like this possible. A $10 suggested donation is highly encouraged. Your donations will help us continue low-cost community events and many others we offer throughout the year.

Cory is back with another suncatcher workshop! Transform reclaimed materials into a hanging suncatcher! Choose from a collection of discarded treasures found on the grounds to create a hanging window ornament. All materials will be provided. This workshop is a wonderful chance to experiment with a new creative medium. Cory Kram is a multidisciplinary, community teaching artist living in Philadelphia who specializes in sculpture, painting, and fiber. She is greatly inspired by the ephemeral images and objects that lie on the everyday plane of modern existence and often incorporates found materials in her practice. Her practice extends beyond traditional art spaces; she is deeply committed to community engagement, social justice, and collaborative art.

We are pleased to offer outdoor yoga classes overlooking the river at Glen Foerd led by Northeast Philadelphia yoga teacher Melissa Gyuraki. Vinyasa-style classes will emphasize the development of strength, flexibility, balance, and grace through the use of postures linked to breath. Synchronization of breath with movement allows participants to both recharge and relax. Participants should dress in layers and bring their own yoga mat, towel or blanket, water, and sunscreen. Please arrive at least 10 minutes prior to the start time of the class. $10 is the recommended ticket price for this event, but please select the option that feels right for you. Please reach out to Colleen at cwinslow@glenfoerd.org with any questions. In the event of inclement weather, the class will be moved inside the Mansion.

Come learn the basics of kayaking with our Environmental Educators, Rob and Colleen! We will talk about the different types of kayaks, parts of the boat and paddle, common strokes (forward, reverse, and sweeps), and basic on-water safety. The workshop will start with a discussion on land and then transition to the Poquessing Creek, where you will be able to practice skills, ask questions, and get pointers from staff. Participants should expect to leave the workshop feeling more confident in their kayaking abilities! This workshop is appropriate for participants ages 12+ who have never kayaked before and for those with limited kayak experience who would like to work on basic techniques. All participants will take solo kayaks out onto the water. Glen Foerd will provide boats, paddles, and PFDs. Please reach out to Colleen at cwinslow@glenfoerd.org with any questions you may have or if cost prohibits you from signing up for this event. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. FYI: Be prepared for summer temperatures and moderate physical exertion. Getting in and out of your boat can be a wet and muddy experience, so wear appropriate clothing and consider bringing something to change into after the activity. Don’t forget your water, snacks, and sunscreen! The meeting point for this event will be behind the Carriage House, which is a short walk down the drive from the public parking lot. Events can be canceled on short notice due to weather and river conditions. In this case, your ticket fee will be refunded. Please keep an eye on your email for messages about cancellation. Have more questions? Please take a look at our FAQ.

The Secret Cinema presents: THE BLASPHEMER (1921) with live accompaniment by Don Kinnier, organist extraordinaire. Please note that this event will take place in the art gallery on the second floor of the building, which has stair access only.  Doors open at 7:00pm for check-in, bar and self guided tours of the mansion. The screening begins at 7:30pm. Please contact Arts & Culture Program Officer Isabel Brown with questions: isabel@glenfoerd.org (215) 632-5330 x13.

Join Troy Bynum and Yannick Lowery for a special birding program celebrating Black Birders Week. This workshop welcomes people from traditionally marginalized identities to experience and enjoy nature through birding. No experience is necessary! Learn to identify local bird species using the binoculars and field guides provided. This program is part of Yannick Lowery’s ongoing project as Artist in Residence. His work reimagines Glen Foerd as a site of leisure rather than labor by highlighting the experiences of workers throughout the site’s history. Through programs like this, he invites the public into his research. This workshop is free to attend. Please register in advance.

Join us for a glimpse into the rich history of Glen Foerd with a guided tour of the Main House. This engaging and relaxing walk will provide insight into local history while connecting you to the natural space of the Delaware River watershed. Learn how this area of Philadelphia has developed from the Lenape to the Gilded Age. Get a glimpse of the two families that called Glen Foerd home from 1850 to 1971.

Join Riverways at Glen Foerd for our Family Fishing Nights on the Poquessing Creek and Delaware River! The Delaware River is home to over 60 diverse species of fish, including American shad, eel, catfish, and more. Learn more about the aquatic life that calls the Delaware River home while learning to fish on your own! All equipment and basic instruction are provided; no experience or fishing license necessary! All ages and experience levels are welcome; children 13 and younger require adult supervision. Catch-and-release fishing only. This event is free of charge, but please consider selecting a $5 or $10 donation option to support our environmental programs. Please reach out to Rob at rditomasso@glenfoerd.org with any questions you may have.

Join us this summer on the 3rd Thursday of every month from May through September for an evening of family fun! This month, there will be food from Cinco de Mayo Food Truck, live music by Mason McAvoy, and an arts-and-crafts table for visitors of all ages. Drinks will also be available for purchase. Bring a blanket or some chairs and enjoy the grounds and Main House, which will be open for free self-guided tours. While this event is free and open to all, community donations are essential to making evenings like this possible. A $10 suggested donation is highly encouraged. Your donations will help us continue low-cost community events and many others we offer throughout the year.