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the Dawes Arboretum

How to Find Tree Dedications

Are you curious about how to find a Tree Dedication on Arboretum Explorer? Arboretum Explorer is The Dawes Arboretum’s fascinating tool that allows curious minds all around the world to virtually…
The Dawes Arboretum's new Centennial log features four leaves on the bur oak leaf: pink, green, dark blue and a darker green that all represent something special about The Arboretum. It has a tan badge surrounding it that says "The Dawes Arboretum: Growing Together 100 Years."
The Dawes Arboretum's new Centennial log features four leaves on the bur oak leaf: pink, green, dark blue and a darker green that all represent something special about The Arboretum. It has a tan badge surrounding it that says "The Dawes Arboretum: Growing Together 100 Years."

A Centennial Celebration in Color

This Dawes Maple Syrup Day, you’ll see some of our staff walking around sporting two colored beanies: blue and pink, decorated with a stylish new logo. This logo celebrates our multi-year celebration…
the Dawes Arboretum
the Dawes Arboretum

Counselor-In-Training Program: 2026

Are you a teen that loves nature and is interested in a unique opportunity to gain experience in leadership and mentorship in a safe, supported and exciting outdoor environment? Then look no further…
Holly Latteman stands proudly with a blue shirt with a design on it with a grey sweater and a silver necklace. The background is grey. She is fairskinned with blonde hair.
Holly Latteman stands proudly with a blue shirt with a design on it with a grey sweater and a silver necklace. The background is grey. She is fairskinned with blonde hair.

Honoring Women Who Shape Science: Director of Science and Research, Holly Latteman

February 11 was The International Day of Women and Girls in Science. To celebrate it, read about Director of Science & Research Holly Latteman. Holly’s family was endlessly curious about…
A black and white photo of a Pure Oil gas station is alongside the raod near a Pure Oil gas station sign.
A black and white photo of a Pure Oil gas station is alongside the raod near a Pure Oil gas station sign.

America 250 Drop: Ohio Works: Innovation & Industry Edition

Happy Birthday America! In honor of 250 years since 1776, the Ohio Commission for the U.S. Semiquincentennial (America 250) has chosen a different theme each month to highlight and celebrate Ohio’s…
Stephanie Crockatt, Executive Director of The Dawes Arboretum, sits on a chair wearing a navy blue balzer. She is wearing glasses with her left hand on her chin.
Stephanie Crockatt, Executive Director of The Dawes Arboretum, sits on a chair wearing a navy blue balzer. She is wearing glasses with her left hand on her chin.

Rooted in Leadership: Celebrating Stephanie Crockatt, First Female Executive Director of The Dawes Arboretum

In the book The Four Agreements, Don Miguel Ruiz lays out a simple but profound framework: Be Impeccable with Your Word, Don’t Take Anything Personally, Don’t Make Assumptions and Always Do Your Best…
Two black and yellow salamanders are laying on top of a hand with the Cypress Swamp (water) in the background on a wooden baordwalk. This person has a tattoo sleeve that's covered up by a shirt with their colorful wrist showing. They're wearing a silver watch.
Two black and yellow salamanders are laying on top of a hand with the Cypress Swamp (water) in the background on a wooden baordwalk. This person has a tattoo sleeve that's covered up by a shirt with their colorful wrist showing. They're wearing a silver watch.

Small Creatures, Big Impact: Adopt a Salamander For Just $5 Today

Slimy yet beautiful, elusive yet cute – in the murky depths of The Dawes Arboretum’s Cypress Swamp, a rare amphibian emerges only once a year under the watchful eyes of our scientists and exclusive…
Shannon Barnette stands on a ladder and uses a gardening tool on a tree. There is a person looking up at her with a blue bandana on their head. She is wearing safety glasses with a grey sweatshirt.
Shannon Barnette stands on a ladder and uses a gardening tool on a tree. There is a person looking up at her with a blue bandana on their head. She is wearing safety glasses with a grey sweatshirt.

Hand and Heart: A Horticulturist's Journey from Newark to Kyoto

A gentle breeze circles you. The sound of the wind rippling over the water calms you. You take one step, two, three, then you’re across the stone bridge – forcing you to slow down, be present and…
A group of hands surround greenery at The Dawes Arboretum at Camp Dawes. There are twelve hands surrounding the greenery with something purple in the middle.
A group of hands surround greenery at The Dawes Arboretum at Camp Dawes. There are twelve hands surrounding the greenery with something purple in the middle.

Camp Dawes: 2026

Summer awaits for curious minds, excited learners and hands-on explorers for Camp Dawes in 2026! The Dawes Arboretum will have activities for every age (5 through 14) that will spark inspiration for…
This is a black and white piece of history, specifically, it is the portrait of John Glenn's tree planting. He is standing in his astronaut's uniform and holding his helmet. It reads: "Colonel John Herschel Glenn Jr."
This is a black and white piece of history, specifically, it is the portrait of John Glenn's tree planting. He is standing in his astronaut's uniform and holding his helmet. It reads: "Colonel John Herschel Glenn Jr."

America 250 Drop: Ohio’s First and Originals Edition

Happy Birthday America! In honor of 250 years since 1776, the Ohio Commission for the U.S. Semiquincentennial (America 250) has chosen a different theme each month to highlight and celebrate Ohio’s…