ARNOLD ARBORETUM OF HARVARD UNIVERSITY

BOSTON, MA

The Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University is a public park and research center in Boston, Massachusetts. Established in 1872, the Arboretum is one of the oldest public parks in the country and is part of the Emerald Necklace of parks designed by Frederick Law Olmsted. The Arboretum consists of 265 acres of rolling meadows, hilltops, and woodlands featuring 8,000 trees, shrubs, and vines from around the world. The collection includes specimens from North and South America, Asia, and Europe, representing over 4,000 species.

The Arboretum is an important resource for the study of plant sciences, horticulture, and landscape architecture. Research conducted at the Arboretum has contributed to the understanding of plant genetics and ecology, and the development of horticultural practices. The Arboretum also serves as an educational and recreational facility. Visitors can explore the grounds, take classes and workshops, and attend lectures and special events.

In addition to the living collections, the Arboretum also includes educational and research facilities, a library, and a herbarium containing over one million specimens. The Arboretum is an important resource for the study of plant sciences and horticulture, and a beloved park for visitors of all ages.

ARNOLD ARBORETUM OF HARVARD UNIVERSITY is a Arboretums, Botanical Gardens, & Nature Center in BOSTON MA. US MID #8402500417

The museum is classed as BOT (Arboretums, Botanical Gardens, & Nature Centers). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: New England (Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont).

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BOSTON
MA
02130-2130

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