The Arnold Arboretum was founded in 1872 as a scientific collection of woody plants for Harvard University, and as a public park. It was designed by Frederick Law Olmsted and the Arboretum's first director, Charles Sprague Sargent. It is now a preeminent institution for research on woody plants, with some 4,000 species of trees and shrubs.
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Roam acres of gorgeous grounds rich with local flora and fauna. Take a docent-led tour or have a lazy picnic on the lawn.
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The grounds are open dawn to dusk year-round; the visitor center is open Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Sunday noon to 4:00 p.m. Free walking tours on selected dates.
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The Arnold Arboretum was established in 1872...
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The Arnold Arboretum is one of the area's truly great places to get away during the spring, summer and fall. The two-mile-long main trail is paved and allows for leisurely stroller walks. Plant, flower and woodland life is labeled according to species. Another popular trail is the Rhododendron Path that features a log bridge and two small waterfalls. The Arnold Arboretum is America's oldest public
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This 265 acre site is home to an incredible 7,000 varieties of trees. Free admission.
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The historical mission of the Arnold Arboretum is to increase knowledge of woody plants through research and to disseminate this knowledge through education. Today this mission is carried out by
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The Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University is the oldest public arboretum in North America and one of the world?s leading centers for the study of plants. Administered by the Office of the Provost of Harvard University and a link in Boston?s Emerald Necklace of parks, the Arnold Arboretum is a unique blend of respected research institution and beloved public landscape. We provide and support world
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Outdoor museum founded in 1872 with extensive collection of woody plants, bonsai and lilacs from around the world. Dedicated to the curation, maintenance and education of botany and horticulture.
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"Charles Sprague Sargent (1841-1927) was appointed the Arboretum's first director in 1873 and spent the following 54 years shaping the policies and programs of the Arnold Arboretum. Since its inception, it has served as a model and benchmark for similar institutions, both in North America and elsewhere. The successes of Sargent's directorship were due in part to his ability to raise the funds required
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