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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.
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Have you ever passed an evergreen while walking on the Haverford Arboretum Nature Trail and wondered what kind of tree it is? If so, this guide is for you! Learn how to easily identify evergreens based on their distinct needles and other features.

On Friday, July 28th Haverford College Arboretum had the privilege of hosting the 2023 Regional Intern Outreach Day. This annual event brings together interns from local public gardens for a day of networking and horticulture work.
The Haverford College Arboretum is fortunate to have nine State Champion Trees! Read on to find out more!
Birds have a fascinating ecological and cultural history. Learn more about the birds found in the Haverford area!

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.

Arboretum Explorer
The Arboretum Explorer offers virtual tours, a tree search and map, scientific names, and Arboretum highlights.


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
Tuesday, April 22nd, 2025
Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025
Thursday, April 24th, 2025
Thursday, May 8th, 2025
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Arboretum E-news
Information, events, and activities from the College Arboretum, sent monthly.