fall trees
fall trees

Veterans Day: Free Admission for Veterans & Active Military

This Veterans Day, The Arboretum would like to honor those who have served or who are currently serving in the Armed Forces. On Monday, November 11, 2024 admission will be free for all veterans…
Rolling Hills
Rolling Hills

The Dawes Arboretum and Stream + Wetlands Foundation Launch New Wetland Restoration Project

(Newark, OH) – The Dawes Arboretum and the Stream + Wetlands Foundation are proud to announce the launch of a new wetland restoration project at The Arboretum’s Rolling Hills Meadow property. In…
Bee on flower
Bee on flower

The Story of Our Native Pollinators: BEE-ing Great

Written by Doug Berube, Senior Field Biologist“The hum of the bees is the voice of the garden” -Elizabeth LawrenceThe Arboretum has created an abundant amount of native pollinator habitats in the…
the Dawes Arboretum
the Dawes Arboretum

Dawes Fall Fest 2024

Saturday, October 19 | 12 to 4pmEmbrace the vibrant colors of The Arboretum as the season transforms into fall at our upcoming Dawes Fall Fest on Saturday, October 19 from 12 - 4pm!Don’t miss out on…
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…