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SUMMARY:Soundscapes of the Arboretum: A Drop-in Event
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Hunnewell lawn to experience the sounds of the Arboretum in a new way. Work with a birder to learn how to identify birds from their unique calls\, listen to the sounds of a tree or soil amplified through specially designed microphones\, participate in a “listening launchpad” activity to find sounds around the Arboretum landscape\, engage in conversation prompts about the sounds of the landscape\, and enjoy a guided soundscape meditation. \n\n\n\nMeditations will take place from 9:30–9:45am and 10:30–10:45am. Space is limited and signups will be first-come-first-serve at the event. The location will be a short walk from the rest of the event\, up a moderate slope.  \n\n\n\nRegistration is not required for this program. \n\n\n\nJacek Smolicki is a sound artist and researcher with the Harvard Graduate School of Design. Amanda McCluskey and Isabella Febbroriello are recent MassArt graduates with degrees from the Studio for Interrelated Media. They contribute to outreach for Sound Travels\, an educational research project about sound and learning in informal environments. \n\n\n\nAccessibility: This event takes place on flat mowed grass just off the main road. \n\n\n\nAudience: This event is appropriate for all ages. \n\n\n\nInclement weather policy: This program will be cancelled or rescheduled in the event of inclement weather and this page will be updated to reflect the change. If the forecast looks poor\, please check this page to determine the event’s status. Click here to view our full inclement weather policy. If you have questions about the status of a program\, please email publicprograms@arnarb.harvard.edu (inbox monitored on weekdays) or call the Visitor Center desk between 10:00am and 4:00pm at (617) 384-5209.
URL:https://arboretum.harvard.edu/event/soundscapes-of-the-arboretum-a-drop-in-event/
LOCATION:Hunnewell Lawn\, 125 Arborway\, Boston\, MA\, United States
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SUMMARY:Olmsted and the Arnold Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Frederick Law Olmsted\, considered the father of landscape architecture\, designed some 500 public spaces in North America. The Arnold Arboretum is the only arboretum he designed\, a National Historic Landmark\, and a model for others around the world. Docent Bill Beizer\, will identify the elements of the Arboretum that best reflect Olmsted’s philosophy and approach to landscape design.
URL:https://arboretum.harvard.edu/event/olmsted-and-the-arnold-arboretum-2/
LOCATION:Flora Way Gate (Formerly Bussey St Gate)\, Bussey Street Gate\, Boston\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Horticulture and Botany,Public Tours
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SUMMARY:Patterns in Plants: Spirals\, Branching\, and More
DESCRIPTION:Discover the patterns that shape the plant world in this hands-on art program\, from spirals that follow the fibonacci sequence to branching that creates infinite fractals. After a brief crash course on the math and science behind these patterns with instructor Rachel Mirus\, you will move into creative\, art-based activities to explore these patterns further and start creating some of your own. \n\n\n\nThis is a outdoor walking program in the Arboretum landscape. Please bring a sketchbook\, pen or pencil\, eraser\, and any other art supplies you would like to work with. \n\n\n\nAccessibility: Participants may need to navigate mulch paths\, gravel\, off-path terrain\, and gentle to moderate slopes. \n\n\n\nAudience: This program is geared towards ages 16 and up. \n\n\n\nInclement weather policy: Participants will be notified via email at least one day in advance if a program needs to be cancelled due to inclement weather\, and will be notified by phone if a program must be cancelled with less one day’s notice. Click here to view our full inclement weather policy. If you have questions about the status of a program\, please email publicprograms@arnarb.harvard.edu (inbox monitored on weekdays) or call the Visitor Center desk between 10:00am and 4:00pm at (617) 384-5209. \n\n\n\nMake sure to select a number of tickets before clicking “Get Tickets” below!
URL:https://arboretum.harvard.edu/event/patterns-in-plants-spirals-branching-and-more/
LOCATION:in front of the Hunnewell Building\, 125 Arborway\, Boston\, MA\, 02130\, United States
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SUMMARY:Early Spring Blooms Tour
DESCRIPTION:At the end of April\, flowers are just starting to emerge from the trees and shrubs of the Arboretum: cherry trees\, dogwood\, redbuds\, and magnolias are all blooming this time of year. Join Arboretum docent Paul Eldrenkamp to see\, smell\, and learn about these early spring blooms!
URL:https://arboretum.harvard.edu/event/early-spring-blooms-tour/
LOCATION:in front of the Hunnewell Building\, 125 Arborway\, Boston\, MA\, 02130\, United States
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