How the Arboretum Became the Arboretum: The First 25 Years
When:
Sunday, Oct 28, 2018 11:00a -
12:30p
Sunday, Oct 28, 2018 11:00a -
12:30p
Where:
Arnold Arboretum, Centre Street Gate
Approx. 1090 Centre Street
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Admission:
FREE
Categories:
Date Idea, Lectures & Conferences, University
Event website:
https://my.arboretum.harvard.edu/Info.aspx?DayPlanner=1818&DayPlannerDate=10/28/2018
Tour Guide: Emily Wheeler, Arnold Arboretum Docent
Meet at Centre Street Gate, Arnold Arboretum, approx. 1090 Centre Street, Jamaica Plain
The Arnold Arboretum did not come into existence full-formed, but had a long adolescence before it (literally) blossomed at 50. Our first director, Charles Sargent, prepared a 50-year report in 1922, before the end of his own 54-year tenure. But, what about the first 25 years? We don't have a 25-year report, however, we do have photos and the engaging stories from that time.
Join our docent to hear those stories, as she takes you on a timeline through the walnut and oak collections, to the beeches, and back via Bussey Hill. This tour meets at the Centre Street Gate.
In case of inclement weather, contact 617.384.5209.
Free, registration requested.
