Celebrating Herbs & Honoring Interns
The National Arboretum has resumed normal operating hours now that summer evening hours are over. The grounds are open daily from 8 AM to 5 PM, with last admittance at…
Posts by Anne McGarvey
Head Hound
And the winner of our Dog of the Year photo contest is…. Miles Morales! Congratulations! As the first place winner, Miles Morales and his owner win a custom photography session and $700…
The Name of the Wind
FONA’s Dinner Under the Stars is unlike any other event at the National Arboretum. Full of connection and impact, this event is an unparalleled opportunity to show your support for the Arboretum while…
Dog Days Are Here!
Voting is now open for our Dog of the Year photo contest! Over the next two weeks, 32 dogs will vie for top dog of the Arboretum. Voting is open to…
Make the Most of Evening Hours
With less than one month left to enjoy summer evening hours at the National Arboretum, we want to help you soak up as much of this special experience as possible.…
Rock ‘n Roll in the Herb Garden
Nominations are now open for FONA’s Dog of the Year photo contest! You must be a FONA member in order to nominate your dog for top tail on the Arboretum trails. Already a…
National Herb Garden “Rock” Garden: A Musical Twist on Botanical Splendor
The National Herb Garden “Rock” Garden: A Musical Twist on Botanical SplendorBy Bridget DeSimonePublished July 30, 2025Step into the National Herb Garden this summer and you’ll find an innovative homage…
Fabulous Friday Fun
Don’t miss our Music in the Meadow concert this Friday, July 25th! Buck Forty Nine, a local band with Americana vibes, will play music in the Ellipse Meadow just below the…
Summer Tails & Dog Days
The Dog Days of Summer are almost upon us — but we’re not just talking about how hot and humid it is outside. During the month of August, FONA will honor…
Three Cheers to Our Garden Star!
Last week, members of the Perennial Garden Club presented FONA’s Allie Arnold with the Garden Club of America’s Elizabeth Abernathy Hull Award. This award recognizes the outstanding achievements of individuals across the country who…
