The Dawes Arboretum is a protected natural haven where everyday adventurers escape the ordinary.
May 5, 2023The Dawes Arboretum is hosting our spring plant sale on Saturday, May 20. There will be special member hour from 8 to 9am, and everyone is welcome to shop from 9am to 12pm. The sale will…
April 11, 2023Have a teen that wants hands-on with conservation? The Teen Conservation Team is designed to immerse teens in hands-on learning experiences with our dedicated team in conservation,…
April 6, 2023The Arboretum team is always working to improve the visitor experience, so we have made the decision to remove The Dawes Arboretum app from app stores on April 28, 2023. Still want to…
April 5, 2023We are celebrating all things trees at our Arbor Day Festival on April 29 from 11am to 3pm! Guests can enjoy free admission all day, thanks to our presenting sponsor, Park National Bank!…
Feb. 23, 2023After offering consistent membership pricing for more than four years, The Dawes Arboretum will be increasing membership prices effective May 1, 2023. Following a thorough review of…
Jan. 12, 2023By Doug Berube, Senior Field Biologist Are you waiting for the 2023 Great Salamander Migration at The Dawes Arboretum? So are the Salamanders! They spend the winter in tunnels in a…
Jan. 11, 2023At Camp Dawes, children can expect to journey through a variety of ecosystems, observe nature, create outdoor-inspired crafts and cultivate a sense of curiosity and adventure for the…
The Dawes Arboretum is excited to announce the fifth annual Winter Wonders Walk 2022! This spectacular display of our grounds will take place on December 2, 3, 9, 10, 16 and 17 from 6 – 9pm and…
Nov. 8, 2022This Veterans Day, The Arboretum would like to honor those who have served or who are currently serving in the Armed Forces. On Friday, November 11, 2022 admission is free for all…
Oct. 11, 2022Our Ex-STRAW-Dinary Scarecrow contest is back for another year and live from October 15 to 31! Visitors can enjoy dozens of scarecrows throughout the Parkwoods Trail in a variety of fun…