Halloween Festivities
Celebrate Halloween at the Fall 5K & Festival on Saturday, October 31st!
Posts by Aditi Iyengar
The Science of Bonsai
Join us on Saturday, November 7th at 6 PM for a special 50th-anniversary Science Café at the National Arboretum exploring the science of bonsai and penjing!
Autumnal Activities
FONA is looking for volunteers to support our Fall 5K & Festival on the morning of Saturday, October 31st.
Marvelous Marigolds
The African marigold (Tagetes erecta) is native to Mexico and Central America, and is also known as the Aztec marigold.
Fragrant Flowers
While many flowers bloom into the fall, most only please the eyes. Tea olives, however, release an enchanting apricot scent into the air.
Garden Goodies
With the weather cooling down, fall is a great time to help out in the Washington Youth Garden!
Our Fall Event Guide is Here!
As late summer shifts into autumn and the local school year gets underway, the grounds at the U.S. National Arboretum are beginning their quiet, beautiful transition.
A Fond Farewell
After more than a decade as director of the U.S. National Arboretum, Dr. Richard Olsen will return this fall to his personal and professional home — leading the Department of…
Rock n’ Roll in the Meadow
Our next Music in the Meadow Concert is less than a month away! Join us on Friday, September 4th at 7 PM for an invigorating performance by Daisy Road.
A Thriving Oasis
Through summer heat and stormy skies, our supporters’ commitment to the U.S. National Arboretum keeps this oasis thriving.
