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SUMMARY:Birding at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wanted to learn more about the feathered friends you see and hear on a walk through the Arnold Arboretum? If so\, please join birders and volunteers TJ and Allison for a leisurely 90-minute bird watching walk. We will cover a variety of habitats and focus on the changes that seasonal migration brings to our resident birds\, so come back often to keep up with the seasons! No homework is required\, but binoculars are helpful for spotting in the trees. Sign up early to receive updates and some helpful materials by email. We’re looking forward to birding with you!Accessibility: This tour covers slightly over 1 mile in distance over terrain of asphalt\, crushed granite\, and mulch. Please be sure to dress for the weather and wear comfortable\, closed toe footwear you don’t mind getting dirty.Audience: This program is geared towards adults.Inclement weather policy: Tours may be canceled in cases of the following weather conditions: severe wind\, snow\, ice\, thunder or lightning events; temperatures over 90 degrees; and temperatures below 20 degrees. Tours may be canceled due to other weather events at the discretion of Arboretum staff. In the case of cancelation\, you will be contacted by Arboretum staff no later than 2 hours before the start of the event. If you have questions about the status of a program\, please email or call the Visitor Center at (617) 384-5209 between 10:00am and 4:00pm.
URL:https://arboretum.harvard.edu/event/birding-at-the-arboretum-2/
LOCATION:in front of the Hunnewell Building\, 125 Arborway\, Boston\, MA\, 02130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Tours,Wildlife
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SUMMARY:Full Moon Walking Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Take in the sights and sounds of the arboretum under the light of a full moon. Facilitator Bob Linscott will lead the group through mindfulness in nature practices and a meditative sound bath as we meander along the paved road to our final nighttime viewing location on top of Bussey Hill. \n\n\n\nFacilitator Bob Linscott is a certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction teacher at Brown University and Center for Mindfulness at UMASS Memorial Health Care. \n\n\n\nAccessibility: This program will take place entirely on paved roads. We will ascend some moderate hills. \n\n\n\nAudience: This program is geared towards adults.
URL:https://arboretum.harvard.edu/event/full-moon-walking-meditation-2/
LOCATION:in front of the Hunnewell Building\, 125 Arborway\, Boston\, MA\, 02130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T160000
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SUMMARY:Caterpillar Lab
DESCRIPTION:The Caterpillar Lab returns to the Arboretum for a full weekend packed with caterpillar displays\, free-exploration programming\, digital microscopes\, and experienced educators on hand to give you insights into these amazing animals. \n\n\n\nThis exhibit takes place in the Hunnewell Lecture Hall and on the Hunnewell lawn\, where Caterpillar Lab staff brings in hundreds of caterpillars\, cocoons\, and lots of leafy greenery for the caterpillars to explore. This is a unique opportunity for visitors to experience the huge diversity of native caterpillars close up\, with the help of special magnifying equipment that blow some of the caterpillars up on the big screen\, and knowledgeable experts full of surprising caterpillar factoids. \n\n\n\nThe lab will be open on Saturday and Sunday\, from 11:00am to 4:00pm each day. The Arboretum’s Youth Education team will also be out on the Hunnewell Lawn from 1:00pm to 4:00pm on Sunday\, creating caterpillar crafts with kids and families. \n\n\n\nRegistration is not required but helps us with planning. \n\n\n\nAccessibility: The lecture hall is wheelchair accessible. \n\n\n\nAudience: This program is appropriate for all ages.
URL:https://arboretum.harvard.edu/event/caterpillar-lab/
LOCATION:Hunnewell Lecture Hall\, 125 Arborway\, Boston\, MA\, 02130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Wildlife
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SUMMARY:Caterpillar Lab
DESCRIPTION:The Caterpillar Lab returns to the Arboretum for a full weekend packed with caterpillar displays\, free-exploration programming\, digital microscopes\, and experienced educators on hand to give you insights into these amazing animals. \n\n\n\nThis exhibit takes place in the Hunnewell Lecture Hall and on the Hunnewell lawn\, where Caterpillar Lab staff brings in hundreds of caterpillars\, cocoons\, and lots of leafy greenery for the caterpillars to explore. This is a unique opportunity for visitors to experience the huge diversity of native caterpillars close up\, with the help of special magnifying equipment that blow some of the caterpillars up on the big screen\, and knowledgeable experts full of surprising caterpillar factoids. \n\n\n\nThe lab will be open on Saturday and Sunday\, from 11:00am to 4:00pm each day. The Arboretum’s Youth Education team will also be out on the Hunnewell Lawn from 1:00pm to 4:00pm on Sunday\, creating caterpillar crafts with kids and families. \n\n\n\nRegistration is not required but helps us with planning. \n\n\n\nAccessibility: The lecture hall is wheelchair accessible. \n\n\n\nAudience: This program is appropriate for all ages.
URL:https://arboretum.harvard.edu/event/caterpillar-lab-2/
LOCATION:Hunnewell Lecture Hall\, 125 Arborway\, Boston\, MA\, 02130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Wildlife
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SUMMARY:Spooky Plants: The Garden that Bites Back
DESCRIPTION:As we ramp up for the spooky season of Halloween\, join the Manager of Adult Programming and Events for a walk focused on the most sinister plants in the Arboretum’s collections. Armed with spiky thorns\, sticky latex\, and chemical warfare\, these sinister species defend themselves from hungry herbivores—and sometimes from humans who wander too close. \n\n\n\nAccessibility: This program involves walking over pavement\, crushed stone\, and mulch paths\, including one short but steep hill. \n\n\n\nAudience: This program is geared towards adults. \n\n\n\nInclement weather policy: Participants will be notified via email at least 24 hours 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 than 24 hours’ 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 or call the Visitor Center desk between 10:00am and 4:00pm at (617) 384-5209.
URL:https://arboretum.harvard.edu/event/spooky-plants-the-garden-that-bites-back/
LOCATION:in front of the Hunnewell Building\, 125 Arborway\, Boston\, MA\, 02130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Horticulture and Botany,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T100000
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SUMMARY:The Science of Fall Leaf Color
DESCRIPTION:This is a members-only program. Not a member? Click here to join! \n\n\n\nThe Arboretum becomes a riot of color in the fall with leaves turning deep red\, fiery orange\, and bright yellow. Have you ever wondered why this happens every autumn? Outdoor Educator Ana Maria Caballero will take us through the science of fall leaf color\, including an exploration of pigments and abscission\, a hands-on experiment to reveal the array of pigments present in every leaf\, and a walk in the landscape to take a closer look at leaves in all phases of color change. \n\n\n\nAccessibility: This program includes a short walk over pavement\, grass\, and gravel. The science experiment will use either acetone or rubbing alcohol so participants will be in close proximity to these substances. \n\n\n\nAudience: This program is geared towards adults.  \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.
URL:https://arboretum.harvard.edu/event/the-science-of-fall-leaf-color-583/
LOCATION:Hunnewell Lecture Hall\, 125 Arborway\, Boston\, MA\, 02130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Horticulture and Botany
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SUMMARY:Forest Bathing
DESCRIPTION:Slow down and awaken your senses on a guided sensory experience in the Arnold Arboretum. Forest Bathing\, inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku\, is a restorative sensory exploration that supports health and healing for all beings. From increased cerebral blood flow to stronger immune defenses\, come discover for yourself what happens when we unplug\, slow down and open our senses to notice more of our natural surroundings. All the prompts\, invitations\, sharing and ways of participating are optional and open to interpretation. \n\n\n\nInstructor Tam Willey (they/them) is a certified forest therapy guide\, trainer\, mentor and teacher with the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy and is the founder of “Toadstool Walks\,” a guiding practice based in Boston\, Massachusetts. \n\n\n\nAccessibility: The group will walk slowly off the main pathways on uneven terrain. \n\n\n\nAudience: This program is geared towards adults. \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.
URL:https://arboretum.harvard.edu/event/forest-bathing-5-243/
LOCATION:Flora Way Gate (Formerly Bussey St Gate)\, Bussey Street Gate\, Boston\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T100000
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SUMMARY:The Cosmic Tree: A Universal Symbol of Life: Ginkgoes & Conifers
DESCRIPTION:Cosmologies are ways of understanding the nature of the universe\, of experiencing the world in all its variations including the visible and the invisible. Over millennia trees have served as the mythological archetype of the world’s axis (axis mundi)\, the pole through the earth’s center which connects the worlds above and below. Within a cosmic-magical model of the world  (imago mundi)\, trees also evolved in various cultures to possess innate spiritual powers or as conduits for communication with the holy or sacred. \n\n\n\nDocent Katrina Scott will lead this interactive tour with stops for moments to reflect on specific trees and the stories associated with them. Were they revered or feared?  A home for deities or tricksters?  We will begin at the Walter Street Gate to visit the oldest ginkgoes at the Arboretum\, then head up the Conifer Path and diverge to walk\, rest\, and reflect among various conifers\, eventually ending by the yews near Bussey Brook and Hemlock Hill Road.  \n\n\n\nAccessibility: This walk will include woodchip and gravel paths. Please wear long pants and closed toe shoes and bring a cloth/towel/mat for sitting/lying down. \n\n\n\nAudience: This program is geared towards adults. \n\n\n\nWeather Policy: Tours may be canceled in cases of the following weather conditions: severe wind\, snow\, ice\, thunder or lightning events; temperatures over 90 degrees; and temperatures below 20 degrees or due to other weather events at the discretion of Arboretum staff. In the case of cancelation\, you will be contacted by Arboretum staff no later than 2 hours before the start of the event. If you have questions about the status of a program\, please email or call the Visitor Center at (617) 384-5209 between 10:00am and 4:00pm.
URL:https://arboretum.harvard.edu/event/the-cosmic-tree-a-universal-symbol-of-life-ginkgoes-and-conifers-950/
LOCATION:Walter Street Gate\, Walter Street Gate\, Boston\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Horticulture and Botany,Public Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T151500
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SUMMARY:The Trees are Speaking by Lynda Mapes
DESCRIPTION:The old-growth forests of Oregon and Washington play a vital role in the ecosystems there\, supporting a wide diversity of life and sequestering carbon in enormous\, long-living trees. The east coast\, by contrast\, has been logged and clear cut for generations and has precious little old-growth forest left. Join environmental journalist and Bullard Fellow at Harvard Forest\, Lynda Mapes\, for a talk about her book “The Trees are Speaking: Dispatches from the Salmon Forests.” In this thought-provoking new book\, Mapes interviews scientists\, loggers\, and Indigenous activists to answer deep questions about the importance of old-growth forests\, the conflicting desires around how to manage them\, and how we can protect these forests into the future. \n\n\n\nThis talk takes place in the Hunnewell Lecture Hall. There is public parking on Arborway\, but parking can get tight with large programs like this: please give yourself some extra time to park and walk to the Hunnewell Building. \n\n\n\nAccessibility: The lecture hall is wheelchair-accessible. \n\n\n\nAudience: This program is geared towards adults. \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.
URL:https://arboretum.harvard.edu/event/the-trees-are-speaking-by-lynda-mapes/
LOCATION:Hunnewell Lecture Hall\, 125 Arborway\, Boston\, MA\, 02130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Horticulture and Botany,Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T110000
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SUMMARY:Little Explorers
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Arboretum as we read and discover new things about the natural world. During this one-hour program for our youngest guests and their grownups\, we will read a nature inspired story\, do a craft\, and go for a nature walk to continue exploring the theme. The weekly themes are inspired by what is happening seasonally at the Arboretum. \n\n\n\nPlease note that registration is not required\, but strongly encouraged. Add one ticket per adult and one ticket per child attending.  \n\n\n\n10:00–11:00am on select Mondays. Fall dates are below: \n\n\n\n\nSeptember 8\, 2025\n\n\n\nSeptember 22\, 2025\n\n\n\nOctober 6\, 2025\n\n\n\nOctober 20\, 2025\n\n\n\nNovember 3\, 2025\n\n\n\nNovember 17\, 2025\n\n\n\n\nAudience: Geared towards children ages three to five accompanied by an adult. \n\n\n\nLocation: This program will meet outside the Hunnewell Building unless raining and then it will meet inside the Hunnewell Lecture Hall. Please dress appropriately for the weather. \n\n\n\nAccessibility: The Hunnewell Lecture Hall is wheelchair accessible and stroller friendly. \n\n\n\nInclement Weather: This program runs rain or shine. In the event of severe weather\, those that have registered will be notified via email about the cancellation. Uncertain about the weather and if we are running the program? Email us at childrensed@arnarb.harvard.edu.
URL:https://arboretum.harvard.edu/event/little-explorers-2-217/
LOCATION:Hunnewell Lecture Hall\, 125 Arborway\, Boston\, MA\, 02130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Horticulture and Botany
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T100000
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SUMMARY:Conifer Collection Tour
DESCRIPTION:The conifer collection at the Arnold Arboretum is a magical place to visit at any time of the year\, as it is especially rich in history and diversity. Docent Cristina Squeff will lead participants through this collection explaining key identification features and sharing relevant stories about individual trees.  \n\n\n\nAccessibility: This walk will include woodchip and gravel paths. Please wear weather-appropriate clothing and closed toe walking shoes. \n\n\n\nAudience: This program is geared towards adults. \n\n\n\nWeather Policy: Tours may be canceled in cases of the following weather conditions: severe wind\, snow\, ice\, thunder or lightning events; temperatures over 90 degrees; and temperatures below 20 degrees or other weather events at the discretion of Arboretum staff. In the case of cancelation\, you will be contacted by Arboretum staff no later than 2 hours before the start of the event. If you have questions about the status of a program\, please email or call the Visitor Center at 617-384-5209 between 10:00am and 4:00pm.
URL:https://arboretum.harvard.edu/event/conifer-collection-tour-412/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T100000
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SUMMARY:Birding with Nature Man Mike
DESCRIPTION:Embark on a birdwatching walk in the Arboretum’s landscape with birder and wildlife photographer Michael Bryant\, AKA Nature Man Mike. This two-hour walk is suitable for beginners as well as more experienced birders. Binoculars will be available to borrow on a first-come-first-serve basis\, but you are encouraged to bring your own! \n\n\n\nParticipants who have attended Nature Man Mike’s programs before should note that this one starts at a different location than usual: Bussey Street Gate (see map). \n\n\n\nAccessibility: This walk will involve walking over paved surfaces as well as woodchips\, gravel\, and grass. \n\n\n\nAudience: This program is geared towards adults. \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\nImage credit: Photographer Michael Bryant\, AKA Nature Man Mike.
URL:https://arboretum.harvard.edu/event/birding-with-nature-man-mike-2-447/
LOCATION:Flora Way Gate (Formerly Bussey St Gate)\, Bussey Street Gate\, Boston\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walk,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T120000
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SUMMARY:Mushroom Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Hundreds of mushrooms hide beneath the Arboretum’s canopies\, silently blossoming into unique forms then withering away again just as quickly. Join local mushroom enthusiast Maria Pinto to search for these fascinating organisms on the Arboretum grounds\, both edible and poisonous alike. Along the way you will learn what mushrooms to look for in different habitats and seasons\, how they move through ecosystems\, and what the Arboretum’s unique collections affect what mushrooms you might find here.   \n\n\n\nAccessibility: Participants will need to navigate woodchip\, gravel\, and dirt paths\, and climb moderate hills (Hemlock Hill\, specifically).  \n\n\n\nAudience: This program is geared towards adults. \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.
URL:https://arboretum.harvard.edu/event/mushroom-hunt-8-872/
LOCATION:Flora Way Gate (Formerly Bussey St Gate)\, Bussey Street Gate\, Boston\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Horticulture and Botany,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T153000
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SUMMARY:Charles Sprague Sargent and the American Forest
DESCRIPTION:Many are aware of Charles Sprague Sargent’s role as first director of the Arnold Arboretum\, establishing it as the world-renowned institution it is today. Far fewer are familiar with the deep influence he had over how Americans have come to think about forests\, forestry\, and wilderness. Docent Paul Eldrenkamp will lead a tour that explores the history of the idea of the forest in America- and how Sargent helped shape that idea. \n\n\n\nAccessibility: This walk will include paved roads and woodchip and gravel paths.  \n\n\n\nAudience: This program is geared towards adults. \n\n\n\nWeather Policy: Tours may be canceled in cases of the following weather conditions: severe wind\, snow\, ice\, thunder or lightning events; temperatures over 90 degrees; and temperatures below 20 degrees or due to other weather events at the discretion of Arboretum staff. In the case of cancelation\, you will be contacted by Arboretum staff no later than 2 hours before the start of the event. If you have questions about the status of a program\, please email or call the Visitor Center at (617) 384-5209 between 10:00am and 4:00pm.
URL:https://arboretum.harvard.edu/event/charles-sprague-sargent-and-the-american-forest-440-817-694/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T140000
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SUMMARY:Sketching Trees with Erica Beade
DESCRIPTION:This is a members-only program. Not a member? Click here to join! \n\n\n\nExplore the amazing variety and beauty of trees at the Arnold Arboretum with pencil and paper. Taught by artist and educator Erica Beade\, this walking program will focus on capturing the shapes and volume of trunks and branches as well as techniques for drawing foliage. All skill levels are welcome. \n\n\n\nErica Beade is an illustrator and educator focusing on observational drawing and specializing in science\, health\, and nature topics. \n\n\n\nAccessibility: This program may involve walking over paved paths\, woodchips\, and crushed stone. \n\n\n\nAudience: This program is appropriate for all ages. \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.
URL:https://arboretum.harvard.edu/event/sketching-trees-with-erica-beade/
LOCATION:in front of the Hunnewell Building\, 125 Arborway\, Boston\, MA\, 02130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T113000
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SUMMARY:Bike Tour of the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:This is a members-only program. Not a member? Click here to join! \n\n\n\nWith a park as large as the Arboretum\, a bike ride is one of the best ways to see the entire landscape in one trip. Join Director of Horticulture and Landscape (and personal bike enthusiast) Rodney Eason for a bike tour of the Arboretum: we will begin in front of the Hunnewell Building and ride all the way to Peters Hill\, stopping to learn about various collections along the way. Rodney will share his expertise on the maples\, hickories\, mountain laurels\, ginkgoes\, paw paws\, and more\, before getting back on our bikes and pedaling to the next stop! \n\n\n\nBikes not provided: please bring your own bike and helmet. \n\n\n\nAccessibility: The ride covers all paved roads in the Arboretum except for the summit of Bussey Hill\, for a total of 2.5 miles. \n\n\n\nAudience: This program is geared towards adults. \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.
URL:https://arboretum.harvard.edu/event/bike-tour-of-the-arboretum/
LOCATION:in front of the Hunnewell Building\, 125 Arborway\, Boston\, MA\, 02130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Horticulture and Botany
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T160000
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SUMMARY:MassQ Ball: Color
DESCRIPTION:MassQ Ball 2025: Color is an intergenerational\, cross-cultural celebration of the arts and culture of Boston’s many communities of color. A co-production between multidisciplinary artist Daniel Callahan and Black arts organization Castle of our Skins\, The MassQ Ball will feature a star-studded lineup of artists\, performers\, activists and culture bearers from a wide range of artistic traditions and backgrounds. Through sound\, sculpture\, movement and spoken word\, MassQ Ball 2025: Color will showcase the beauty\, diversity\, and color of our commonwealth and wider world amidst the breath-taking backdrop of the Arboretum’s conifers. \n\n\n\nThis large-scale event in the Conifer Collection offers music and dance performance\, sculpture\, spoken word\, and the opportunity to receive or self-administer a MassQ face paint: an art-form that uses the human face as a canvas to reveal one’s inner state. \n\n\n\nRegistration is not required for this event but helps us to plan\, and ensures you get updates about weather\, parking\, and other details. \n\n\n\nVisit https://www.massqball.com/ for a lineup of artists and other information about the event. \n\n\n\nClick here for an event map. \n\n\n\nAccessibility: The event takes place on Hemlock Hill Road\, which is paved and level\, and in the Conifer Collection which includes dirt paths and one moderate hill. There will be shuttles available for attendees with accessibility needs\, making loops down Hemlock Hill Road and up Conifer Path\, providing access to much (but not all) of the event. Shuttles will be making continuous loops from 10:00am to 4:00pm. \n\n\n\nAudience: This event is appropriate for all ages. \n\n\n\nInclement Weather Policy: The rain date for this event is October 18. All registrants will receive an email at least one day in advance if the event is rescheduled to the rain date.
URL:https://arboretum.harvard.edu/event/massq-ball-color/
LOCATION:Flora Way Gate (Formerly Bussey St Gate)\, Bussey Street Gate\, Boston\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T123000
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SUMMARY:Flower Arranging
DESCRIPTION:*Rescheduled from August 31* \n\n\n\nLearn how to make stunning flower arrangements with Arboretum summer blooms. In this interactive workshop\, you will learn best practices in plant arrangement and try your hand at creating your own\, helped along by Arboretum staff and flower arrangement extraordinaires Scott Phillips and Regina Mission. Please bring a 2-quart mason jar or similarly sized wide-mouth vase: smaller vases run the risk of tipping under the weight of the flowers! \n\n\n\nThis program has a limited capacity\, so please only sign up if you have not taken the class before. \n\n\n\nAccessibility: This program is wheelchair accessible. \n\n\n\nAudience: This program is appropriate for ages 12+. \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.
URL:https://arboretum.harvard.edu/event/flower-arranging-2/
LOCATION:Hunnewell Lecture Hall\, 125 Arborway\, Boston\, MA\, 02130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T120000
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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. \n\n\n\nAccessibility: This program will take place entirely on paved roads.  \n\n\n\nAudience: This program is geared towards adults. \n\n\n\nWeather Policy: Tours may be canceled in cases of the following weather conditions: severe wind\, snow\, ice\, thunder or lightning events; temperatures over 90 degrees; and temperatures below 20 degrees or due to other weather events at the discretion of Arboretum staff. In the case of cancelation\, you will be contacted by Arboretum staff no later than 2 hours before the start of the event. If you have questions about the status of a program\, please email or call the Visitor Center at (617) 384-5209 between 10:00am and 4:00pm.
URL:https://arboretum.harvard.edu/event/olmsted-and-the-arnold-arboretum-2-276/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251006T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251006T110000
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SUMMARY:Little Explorers
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Arboretum as we read and discover new things about the natural world. During this one-hour program for our youngest guests and their grownups\, we will read a nature inspired story\, do a craft\, and go for a nature walk to continue exploring the theme. The weekly themes are inspired by what is happening seasonally at the Arboretum. \n\n\n\nPlease note that registration is not required\, but strongly encouraged. Add one ticket per adult and one ticket per child attending.  \n\n\n\n10:00–11:00am on select Mondays. Fall dates are below: \n\n\n\n\nSeptember 8\, 2025\n\n\n\nSeptember 22\, 2025\n\n\n\nOctober 6\, 2025\n\n\n\nOctober 20\, 2025\n\n\n\nNovember 3\, 2025\n\n\n\nNovember 17\, 2025\n\n\n\n\nAudience: Geared towards children ages three to five accompanied by an adult. \n\n\n\nLocation: This program will meet outside the Hunnewell Building unless raining and then it will meet inside the Hunnewell Lecture Hall. Please dress appropriately for the weather. \n\n\n\nAccessibility: The Hunnewell Lecture Hall is wheelchair accessible and stroller friendly. \n\n\n\nInclement Weather: This program runs rain or shine. In the event of severe weather\, those that have registered will be notified via email about the cancellation. Uncertain about the weather and if we are running the program? Email us at childrensed@arnarb.harvard.edu.
URL:https://arboretum.harvard.edu/event/little-explorers-2-217-2/
LOCATION:Hunnewell Lecture Hall\, 125 Arborway\, Boston\, MA\, 02130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Horticulture and Botany
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T143000
DTSTAMP:20250923T132155Z
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SUMMARY:Autumn in the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Autumn is one of the most beautiful times of year at the Arboretum\, with leaves changing color and all sorts of unique seeds and fruits appearing on the branches. Join docent Vicki Amalfitano for a tour to learn about all the changes that happen in the Arboretum’s collections in the fall. \n\n\n\nAccessibility: Participants will walk over paved roads\, woodchips paths\, and mowed grass. \n\n\n\nWeather Policy: Tours may be canceled in cases of the following weather conditions: severe wind\, snow\, ice\, thunder or lightning events; temperatures over 90 degrees; and temperatures below 20 degrees. Tours may be canceled due to other weather events at the discretion of Arboretum staff. In the case of cancelation\, you will be contacted by Arboretum staff no later than 2 hours before the start of the event. If you have questions about the status of a program\, please email or call the Visitor Center between 10:00am and 4:00pm at (617) 384-5209.
URL:https://arboretum.harvard.edu/event/autumn-in-the-arboretum-901/
LOCATION:in front of the Hunnewell Building\, 125 Arborway\, Boston\, MA\, 02130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Horticulture and Botany,Public Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T100000
DTSTAMP:20250921T033939Z
CREATED:20250729T171938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250921T033939Z
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SUMMARY:Birding Walk
DESCRIPTION:Embark on a birdwatching tour in the Arboretum’s landscape with docent and birder Donna Sullivan. This two-hour tour is suitable for adult beginners as well as more experienced birders. Bring binoculars if you have them\, and download a checklist of birds from our website. \n\n\n\nAccessibility: This walk will involve walking over paved surfaces as well as woodchips\, gravel\, and grass. \n\n\n\nAudience: This program is geared towards adults. \n\n\n\nInclement weather policy: Tours may be canceled in cases of the following weather conditions: severe wind\, snow\, ice\, thunder or lightning events; temperatures over 90 degrees; and temperatures below 20 degrees. Tours may be canceled due to other weather events at the discretion of Arboretum staff. In the case of cancelation\, you will be contacted by Arboretum staff no later than 2 hours before the start of the event. If you have questions about the status of a program\, please email or call the Visitor Center at (617) 384-5209 between 10:00am and 4:00pm .
URL:https://arboretum.harvard.edu/event/birding-at-the-arboretum-4-481/
LOCATION:in front of the Hunnewell Building\, 125 Arborway\, Boston\, MA\, 02130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Tours,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T113000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T171753Z
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SUMMARY:The Cosmic Tree: A Universal Symbol of Life: Ginkgoes & Conifers
DESCRIPTION:Cosmologies are ways of understanding the nature of the universe\, of experiencing the world in all its variations including the visible and the invisible. Over millennia trees have served as the mythological archetype of the world’s axis (axis mundi)\, the pole through the earth’s center which connects the worlds above and below. Within a cosmic-magical model of the world  (imago mundi)\, trees also evolved in various cultures to possess innate spiritual powers or as conduits for communication with the holy or sacred. \n\n\n\nDocent Katrina Scott will lead this interactive tour with stops for moments to reflect on specific trees and the stories associated with them. Were they revered or feared?  A home for deities or tricksters?  We will begin at the Walter Street Gate to visit the oldest ginkgoes at the Arboretum\, then head up the Conifer Path and diverge to walk\, rest\, and reflect among various conifers\, eventually ending by the yews near Bussey Brook and Hemlock Hill Road.  \n\n\n\nAccessibility: This walk will include woodchip and gravel paths. Please wear long pants and closed toe shoes and bring a cloth/towel/mat for sitting/lying down. \n\n\n\nAudience: This program is geared towards adults. \n\n\n\nWeather Policy: Tours may be canceled in cases of the following weather conditions: severe wind\, snow\, ice\, thunder or lightning events; temperatures over 90 degrees; and temperatures below 20 degrees or due to other weather events at the discretion of Arboretum staff. In the case of cancelation\, you will be contacted by Arboretum staff no later than 2 hours before the start of the event. If you have questions about the status of a program\, please email or call the Visitor Center at (617) 384-5209 between 10:00am and 4:00pm.
URL:https://arboretum.harvard.edu/event/the-cosmic-tree-a-universal-symbol-of-life-ginkgoes-and-conifers-950-2/
LOCATION:Walter Street Gate\, Walter Street Gate\, Boston\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Horticulture and Botany,Public Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T153000
DTSTAMP:20250926T171720Z
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SUMMARY:Oak Collection Tour
DESCRIPTION:Oaks have been more closely associated with the development of human civilizations across the northern hemisphere than any other genus of tree. From the Royal Oak to the Charter Oak to the Emancipation Oak\, from wine and whisky barrels to tall ships to the roof of Notre Dame\, from King John to Shakespeare to Leonardo da Vinci\, oaks have been inextricably entwined with the human experience. Join docent Paul Eldrenkamp as we learn more about the cultural history of oaks and explore what it is that makes them so useful\, so distinct — and so essential. \n\n\n\nAccessibility: This walk will include woodchip and gravel paths. Please wear long pants and closed toe shoes and bring a cloth/towel/mat for sitting/lying down. \n\n\n\nAudience: This program is geared towards adults. \n\n\n\nWeather Policy: Tours may be canceled in cases of the following weather conditions: severe wind\, snow\, ice\, thunder or lightning events; temperatures over 90 degrees; and temperatures below 20 degrees or due to other weather events at the discretion of Arboretum staff. In the case of cancelation\, you will be contacted by Arboretum staff no later than 2 hours before the start of the event. If you have questions about the status of a program\, please email or call the Visitor Center at (617) 384-5209 between 10:00am and 4:00pm.
URL:https://arboretum.harvard.edu/event/oak-collection-tour/
LOCATION:Centre Street Gate\, 8V2F+WQJ\, Boston\, MA\, 02130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Horticulture and Botany,Public Tours
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SUMMARY:Explorers Garden Tour
DESCRIPTION:The Explorers Garden rests in a microclimate just below the summit of Bussey Hill. This nearly five-acre site provides ideal growing conditions for many species that have been challenging to grow in less protected areas of the Arboretum. As such\, it has proven to be a perfect testing ground for plants collected in the expeditions of E. H. Wilson in the early 1900s to the NACPEC  (North America-China Plant Exploration Consortium) expeditions of our own time. Join docent Marie Herbert for a guided tour to learn more about some of the plants showcased in this special collection and to hear stories of the plant exploration expeditions that brought them to the Arboretum. \n\n\n\nAccessibility: This tour will include paved roads and woodchip paths. Please wear weather-appropriate clothing and closed toe walking shoes. \n\n\n\nAudience: This program is geared towards adults. \n\n\n\nWeather Policy: Tours may be canceled in cases of the following weather conditions: severe wind\, snow\, ice\, thunder or lightning events; temperatures over 90 degrees; temperatures below 20 degrees; or other weather events at the discretion of Arboretum staff. In the case of cancelation\, you will be contacted by Arboretum staff no later than 2 hours before the start of the event. If you have questions about the status of a program\, please email or call the Visitor Center at (617) 384-5209 between 10:00am and 4:00pm.
URL:https://arboretum.harvard.edu/event/explorers-garden-tour-785/
LOCATION:Centre Street Gate\, 8V2F+WQJ\, Boston\, MA\, 02130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Horticulture and Botany,Public Tours
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SUMMARY:Autumn in the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Autumn is one of the most beautiful times of year at the Arboretum\, with leaves changing color and all sorts of unique seeds and fruits appearing on the branches. Join docent Vicki Amalfitano for a tour to learn about all the changes that happen in the Arboretum’s collections in the fall. \n\n\n\nAccessibility: Participants will walk over paved roads\, woodchips paths\, and mowed grass. \n\n\n\nWeather Policy: Tours may be canceled in cases of the following weather conditions: severe wind\, snow\, ice\, thunder or lightning events; temperatures over 90 degrees; and temperatures below 20 degrees. Tours may be canceled due to other weather events at the discretion of Arboretum staff. In the case of cancelation\, you will be contacted by Arboretum staff no later than 2 hours before the start of the event. If you have questions about the status of a program\, please email or call the Visitor Center between 10:00am and 4:00pm at (617) 384-5209.
URL:https://arboretum.harvard.edu/event/autumn-in-the-arboretum-901-2/
LOCATION:in front of the Hunnewell Building\, 125 Arborway\, Boston\, MA\, 02130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Horticulture and Botany,Public Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T100000
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SUMMARY:Conifer Collection Tour
DESCRIPTION:The conifer collection at the Arnold Arboretum is a magical place to visit at any time of the year\, as it is especially rich in history and diversity. Docent Cristina Squeff will lead participants through this collection explaining key identification features and sharing relevant stories about individual trees.  \n\n\n\nAccessibility: This walk will include woodchip and gravel paths. Please wear weather-appropriate clothing and closed toe walking shoes. \n\n\n\nAudience: This program is geared towards adults. \n\n\n\nWeather Policy: Tours may be canceled in cases of the following weather conditions: severe wind\, snow\, ice\, thunder or lightning events; temperatures over 90 degrees; and temperatures below 20 degrees or other weather events at the discretion of Arboretum staff. In the case of cancelation\, you will be contacted by Arboretum staff no later than 2 hours before the start of the event. If you have questions about the status of a program\, please email or call the Visitor Center at 617-384-5209 between 10:00am and 4:00pm.
URL:https://arboretum.harvard.edu/event/conifer-collection-tour-412-2/
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:Birding at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wanted to learn more about the feathered friends you see and hear on a walk through the Arnold Arboretum? If so\, please join birders and volunteers TJ and Allison for a leisurely 90-minute bird watching walk. We will cover a variety of habitats and focus on the changes that seasonal migration brings to our resident birds\, so come back often to keep up with the seasons! No homework is required\, but binoculars are helpful for spotting in the trees. Sign up early to receive updates and some helpful materials by email. We’re looking forward to birding with you! \n\n\n\nPlease note this program begins at Bussey Street Gate. \n\n\n\nAccessibility: This tour covers slightly over 1 mile in distance over terrain of asphalt\, crushed granite\, and mulch. Please be sure to dress for the weather and wear comfortable\, closed toe footwear you don’t mind getting dirty. \n\n\n\nAudience: This program is geared towards adults. \n\n\n\nInclement weather policy: Tours may be canceled in cases of the following weather conditions: severe wind\, snow\, ice\, thunder or lightning events; temperatures over 90 degrees; and temperatures below 20 degrees. Tours may be canceled due to other weather events at the discretion of Arboretum staff. In the case of cancelation\, you will be contacted by Arboretum staff no later than 2 hours before the start of the event. If you have questions about the status of a program\, please email or call the Visitor Center at (617) 384-5209 between 10:00am and 4:00pm.
URL:https://arboretum.harvard.edu/event/birding-at-the-arboretum-5-230/
LOCATION:Flora Way Gate (Formerly Bussey St Gate)\, Bussey Street Gate\, Boston\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Tours,Wildlife
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SUMMARY:Forest Bathing
DESCRIPTION:This is a members-only program. Not a member? Click here to join! \n\n\n\nSlow down and awaken your senses on a guided sensory experience in the Arnold Arboretum. Forest Bathing\, inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku\, is a restorative sensory exploration that supports health and healing for all beings. From increased cerebral blood flow to stronger immune defenses\, come discover for yourself what happens when we unplug\, slow down and open our senses to notice more of our natural surroundings. All the prompts\, invitations\, sharing and ways of participating are optional and open to interpretation. \n\n\n\nInstructor Tam Willey (they/them) is a certified forest therapy guide\, trainer\, mentor and teacher with the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy and is the founder of “Toadstool Walks\,” a guiding practice based in Boston\, Massachusetts. \n\n\n\nAccessibility: The group will walk slowly off the main pathways on uneven terrain. \n\n\n\nAudience: This program is geared towards adults. \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.
URL:https://arboretum.harvard.edu/event/forest-bathing-5-243-302/
LOCATION:Flora Way Gate (Formerly Bussey St Gate)\, Bussey Street Gate\, Boston\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T110000
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SUMMARY:Maples Up Close
DESCRIPTION:This is a members-only program. Not a member? Click here to join! \n\n\n\nThe maple collection in October is a rainbow of beautiful fall colors\, and this diversity of color comes from the large diversity of species in this collection. Join Horticulturist Rachel Lawlor for a tour of this colorful collection and learn what makes a maple a maple\, discover how to identify different species\, and see some of the Arboretum’s most unique maple trees. \n\n\n\nAccessibility: Participants will need to navigate mowed grass and woodchip paths\, in addition to paved roads. The route is quite level. \n\n\n\nAudience: This members-only program is geared towards adults. \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.
URL:https://arboretum.harvard.edu/event/maples-up-close-333/
LOCATION:in front of the Hunnewell Building\, 125 Arborway\, Boston\, MA\, 02130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Horticulture and Botany,Walk
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