The Dawes Arboretum is a protected natural haven where everyday adventurers escape the ordinary.
The Arboretum is a very special setting for educating and inspiring the public to be a part of conservation. Visitors can have an up-close encounter with nature as they explore our woodlands,…
During the last night of our 2023 Winter Wonders Walk, Santa’s famous reindeer will be visiting us and later taking Santa back to the North Pole just in time for Christmas Eve! Join us on December 16…
What is the importance of bird counting? Counting birds is a helpful way to estimate how a bird species is doing. It is a fact that birds are decreasing globally and it is crucial to understand the…
We are so excited to be partnering with Nationwide Children’s Hospital here at The Dawes Arboretum for their second annual “Light Up the Lawn, Light Up a Life” campaign this holiday season. Now…
The Appalachian mountains are home to some native species that are not usually found while hiking here in Licking County. With this, we have brought the Appalachian Trail to you! The Dawes Arboretum…
The Dawes Arboretum is partaking in The Works: Ohio Center for History, Art & Technology’s 2023 Gingerbread Contest! The contest also includes gingerbread houses from other organizations such as…
Connecting the history of The Dawes Arboretum to the science and conservation that our founders Beman and Bertie Dawes started has always been key to our mission. The first systematic planting done…
Holly, the bright red berries on vibrant greenery that one may use to decorate with during the holidays. This is mainly what we might think of when the name “holly” is mentioned. In 1955, The…
Conservation is one of the major key functions that make up The Dawes Arboretum. This has been a historical convention that the Dawes Family has always upheld, and we are continuing that to this day…
On November 16th 2023, around 20 volunteers and staff spent some time working to Deck The Dawes. Many handmade wreaths were created and decorated along with trees of pine. The holidays are quickly…
