Swampscott Garden Art Walk Returns For 2025

SWAMPSCOTT, MA — A Swampscott tradition will continue this year under new direction with the Recreation Department taking over organization of the Garden Art Walk from the former ReachArts.

ReachArts, which organized the Garden Art Walk, Made By 01907 and PorchFest, ceased operations this spring following the passing of longtime leader Heidi Shear.

But Swampscott Recreation has taken on the responsibility of hosting the annual Garden Art Walk with a mission to build on ReachArts' legacy by continuing this enriching, community-centered event.

This year's annual Garden Art Walk will be held on June 28 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The Garden Art Walk celebrates the rich diversity of artists, gardens, businesses, and neighbors across Swampscott. The event is a blend of self-guided garden walks, open studios, and enrichment activities.

The focus of the Garden Art Walk is creativity and community. Last year, over 50 gardens with artists, musicians, and activities were scattered throughout public and private spaces with more expected this weekend.

Complimentary Shuttles will run from the Swampscott Senior Center and other local parking lots to the various participating neighborhoods. Shuttle routes can be found here.

This event is free to the public. However, for a $10 donation, attendees will receive a map listing all locations of the gardens and activities for the day, as well as an entry to win door prizes.

Applications can be found here.

(Scott Souza is a Patch field editor covering Beverly, Danvers, Marblehead, Peabody, Salem and Swampscott. He can be reached at Scott.Souza@Patch.com. X/Twitter: @Scott_Souza.)