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Washington Street Gate

Opening the Gates: Phase One projects in the Entrance Improvement Project at the Arnold Arboretum.
Map of the Arnold Arboretum showing five entrances selected as phase one projects for the Entrance Improvement Project

Entrance Goals

  • Remove existing chain-link fence and gate leaves to improve sight lines, viewsheds, and visitor access
  • Improve signage and visibility of the entrance from Forest Hills MBTA Station
  • Establish a native meadow along Blackwell Footpath and Washington Street
  • Create open views of meadow and entrance through selective pruning and removal of existing trees
  • Provide seating for gathering and resting within a new poplar grove
Washington Street Gate Concept
Concept Plan
Image of Washington St Gate existing ariel render
Washington St Gate Existing Ariel View Michael Van Valkenburgh Associates, 2023
Arial rendering of proposed Washington Street Gate
Washington St Gate Ariel Rendering
Image of Washington Street Gate Existing Arrival View
Existing Arrival View Michael Van Valkenburgh Associates, 2023
Image of Washington Street Gate Proposed Arrival View
Proposed Arrival View Michael Van Valkenburgh Associates, 2023
Image of Washington Street Gate Existing Departure View
Existing Departure View Michael Van Valkenburgh, Associates, 2023
Image of Washington Street Gate Proposed Departure View
Proposed Departure View Michael Van Valkenburgh Associates, 2023

Project Updates:

  • Anticipated groundbreaking early spring 2025