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The Skating House on the north west side of the Lower Pond. Photo by Michael Branscom
The mission of the Haverford College Arboretum is to steward the College's historic tree collection while fostering a connection between our 216-acre campus and those who work, visit, study, and reside here. Maintaining the health, diversity, and history of the tree collection honors William Carvill's original 1834 landscape design, while our educational programming ensures continued engagement with this unique and treasured asset.
Download our Strategic Plan to learn more.
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In honor of the late influential bassist Robert Black, musicians lined Haverford’s Nature Trail for a Network for New Music performance with deep connections to nature.
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Some of Haverford's trees have been around since the founding of the campus. Learn more about these iconic Arboretum landmarks!
As the temperatures drop, it's only natural to want to stay bundled up inside, but don't shy away from the outdoors! Getting outside during the winter can have a lot of benefits!
![Professor Foen Peng's parents stand in the center of a lush community garden at the Haverfarm.](https://www.haverford.edu/sites/default/files/styles/480_x_360_crop/public/news-peng-garden-plot-4652-holden-blanco-17.jpg?itok=XF0AIbqO)
A critter-proof fence, reconfigured community plots, and sustainable strategies all figure into the Haverfarm’s winter rejuvenation plans.
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Spending time in nature is a crucial component of childhood development. Learn more about how to cultivate a connection with nature at the Haverford College Arboretum!
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Arboretum Explorer
The Arboretum Explorer offers virtual tours, a tree search and map, scientific names, and Arboretum highlights.
![The nature trail in fall](/sites/default/files/Office/Arboretum/trees-on-the-nature-trail.jpg)
![The duck pond](/sites/default/files/Office/Arboretum/arboretum-grounds-maintenance-callout.jpg)
Grounds Maintenance
Grounds and Arboretum preserves, protects, and beautifies the College natural environment in balance with the health and well-being of residents and visitors to campus.
Events
Thursday, November 7th, 2024
Tuesday, November 12th, 2024
Friday, November 15th, 2024
Thursday, November 21st, 2024
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Arboretum E-news
Information, events, and activities from the College Arboretum, sent monthly.