The visitor center may be closed, but the learning continues! We invite you to explore with us from home or at the Arboretum by checking out the activities and resources below.
Expeditions Mobile App
A new app called Expeditions offers visitors with a smartphone a deeper experience with the Arboretum’s notable plants and history of plant collecting.
Skunk Cabbage
Have you ever wondered if plants can grow in winter? Learn all about skunk cabbage at our winter Wonder Spot at the Arboretum. Bring a journal and your curiosity. #WonderSpots #GetOutside #OutdoorLearning
Over Time: Through Art, the Impact of Change in the Arboretum Landscape
Our virtual exhibition of monotype paintings by Ginny Zanger explores the expressive qualities of the Arboretum landscape as a sanctuary for people and plants.
Watch With Us!
Learn about plants and wildlife from Arboretum specialists on our YouTube channel.
The Art of Wood VI
See our online exhibition of turned wood objects and art pieces created by Massachusetts South Shore Woodturners
The Arboretum on Google Arts and Culture
The Arboretum has partnered with the Google Arts & Culture, an immersive online learning platform, to bring the stories of our plants to life through specially curated online exhibits and image galleries.
Self-guided Tours
Explore the Arboretum at your own pace and gain a richer understanding of this special landscape. Choose from one of many self-guided tours to print in advance or view on your mobile device.
Virtual Learning for Families
Virtual Learning 30 minutes of nature learning can inspire a lifetime of nature noticing for children and their families.