Trash Cleanup
Trash Cleanup

Licking County River Round Up 2024

Have you ever been to our Dutch Fork Stream? It is located next to the Dutch Fork Wetlands and plays a vital part in the ecosystem. The Dawes Arboretum has participated in River Round Up and Stream…
Stephanie Crockatt
Stephanie Crockatt

The Dawes Arboretum Announces New Executive Director

The Dawes Arboretum, dedicated to enriching lives through the conservation of trees, nature and history, has named Stephanie Crockatt as its new executive director. Crockatt is the first woman in The…
the Dawes Arboretum
the Dawes Arboretum

Fall Plant Sale 2024

The Dawes Arboretum is hosting its fall plant sale on Saturday, October 5 on the Visitors Center Deck! The sale will feature a great selection of plants well suited to fall planting. Arboretum…
Monarch Butterfly
Monarch Butterfly

Monarch Butterfly Rearing & Tagging

Butterflies are key indicators of ecosystem health. As climate changes, butterfly populations are facing global declines and are now on the endangered species list. To help aid in the documentation…
The Conifer Glen
The Conifer Glen

Beyond Your Backyard: The Conifer Glen

Conifers are perfect to remain in awe of anytime of the year. Our Conifers (cone bearing woody plants both evergreen and deciduous ) are planted all over the Arboretum grounds. Some species include…
Daddy Long Legs
Daddy Long Legs

David Rogers’ Big Bugs: Daddy Long Legs

If you take the Dogwood Trail towards the Log Cabin, you can't miss the large Daddy Long Legs hovering over the walkway! This sculpture is made of red cedar and willow, measures 17' long, 17' wide…
Spider in Web
Spider in Web

David Rogers’ Big Bugs: Spider in the Web

Stumbling upon a giant spider in a giant web may seem like something out of a nightmare, but don't worry! Our next highlighted bug is too fascinating to be scary! This friendly 60 pound spider made…
Franklin Park Conservatory
Franklin Park Conservatory

Limited Time Reciprocal Admission at Franklin Park Conservatory!

We are excited to share with you that during the month of September, members of The Dawes Arboretum can enjoy free admission at Franklin Park Conservatory. This a reciprocal agreement, so members of…
David Rogers’ Big Bugs: Dragonfly
David Rogers’ Big Bugs: Dragonfly

David Rogers’ Big Bugs: Dragonfly

While you’re on your journey to find all of the David Roger’s Big Bugs, hop in the car and take the Auto Tour along the South Loop! Just past the Conifer Glen, take a look out your window to see the…
The Bald-Cypress Swamp
The Bald-Cypress Swamp

Beyond Your Backyard: The Bald-Cypress Swamp

Our Bald-Cypress Swamp is definitely a location on grounds that is a visitor favorite. This vernal pool is man made and was introduced to the property in approximately 1929. The water level of the…