HIGHSTEAD ARBORETUM

REDDING, CT

Highstead Arboretum is a stunning property located in Redding, Connecticut. This sprawling preserve consists of over 130 acres of rolling hills, meadows, wetlands, and forests. It also includes a variety of gardens and trails, as well as a beautiful pond.

Highstead Arboretum was established in 1926 by the late Henry and Martha Foster and has since been maintained by the Highstead Foundation. The Fosters had a deep appreciation for the natural beauty of the property and wanted to preserve it for future generations.

Highstead Arboretum is now home to a diverse collection of trees, shrubs, and plants. It features an impressive collection of more than 120 different species of trees, including native and exotic varieties. It also boasts a wide variety of flowers and shrubs, as well as a variety of grasses and wildflowers.

Highstead Arboretum offers a number of educational and recreational activities, including bird watching, nature walks, and fishing. The property also hosts a variety of events each year, including art shows, lectures, and workshops.

Highstead Arboretum is open to the public and admission is free. Visitors are encouraged to explore the property and take in its natural beauty. The property is open from dawn to dusk, so visitors can enjoy it at any time of day.

HIGHSTEAD ARBORETUM is a Arboretums, Botanical Gardens, & Nature Center in REDDING CT. US MID #8400900071

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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• telephone: 2039388809
• website: http://highstead.net

HIGHSTEAD ARBORETUM
127 LONETOWN RD
REDDING
CT
06896

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