Boone County Arboretum

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At 121 acres, the Boone County Arboretum was the nation’s first arboretum within an active recreation park setting - the specialized arrangements of plant families and 12 athletic fields are connected by a 2+ mile winding multi-use trail.

‼️TODAY is Kentucky Gives Day ‼️Support the beauty, education, and environmental stewardship happening every day at the ...
05/12/2026

‼️TODAY is Kentucky Gives Day ‼️

Support the beauty, education, and environmental stewardship happening every day at the Friends of the Boone County Arboretum. 🌳💚

💰Your donation helps support the Boone County Arboretum through:
🌱 Educational programs
🌸 Seasonal displays & gardens
🦋 Conservation and stewardship efforts
👨‍👩‍👧 Community events and outreach

Every gift — 🎁large or small — helps the Arboretum continue to grow and inspire future generations.

🌎Join us for Kentucky Gives Day and make a lasting impact right here in our community.

🍻🌿 Calling all plant parents, hop heads, and people who say “just one more plant” every weekend…Join us for Pints & Plan...
05/11/2026

🍻🌿 Calling all plant parents, hop heads, and people who say “just one more plant” every weekend…

Join us for Pints & Plants this Thursday from 5–8 p.m. at Braxton Brewing Company for a night where leafy obsessions and cold beer collide. 🌱🍺

Come sip, socialize, and celebrate with fellow plant lovers while supporting the Friends of the Boone County Arboretum and the Boone County Arboretum

Expect:
🪴 Plant people energy
🍻 Delicious brews
🌿 Good vibes & greenery
😂 At least one person explaining their watering schedule unprompted

Whether your houseplants are thriving or barely hanging on, you belong here.

📍 Thursday | 5–8 p.m.
📍 Braxton Brewing Company Union

‼️FREE but Registration is a must. Go to link in COMMENTS ⬇️

Tomorrow is Kentucky Gives Day — and it’s your chance to support the beauty, education, and environmental stewardship ha...
05/11/2026

Tomorrow is Kentucky Gives Day — and it’s your chance to support the beauty, education, and environmental stewardship happening every day at the Friends of the Boone County Arboretum. 🌳💚

Your donation helps support the Boone County Arboretum through:
🌱 Educational programs
🌸 Seasonal displays & gardens
🦋 Conservation and stewardship efforts
👨‍👩‍👧 Community events and outreach

Every gift — large or small — helps the Arboretum continue to grow and inspire future generations.

💚Join us for Kentucky Gives Day and make a lasting impact right here in our community. CLICK THE LINK IN THE COMMENTS ⬇️

🌿🧘 Yoga in the Arboretum Returns This Summer! 🧘🌿Unwind in the beauty of the Boone County Arboretum with a relaxing outdo...
05/11/2026

🌿🧘 Yoga in the Arboretum Returns This Summer! 🧘🌿

Unwind in the beauty of the Boone County Arboretum with a relaxing outdoor yoga session every Wednesday evening this summer led by instructor Sara Dauwe.

Whether you’re new to yoga or experienced, all levels are welcome!

📅 Wednesdays Throughout the Summer
🕖 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Shelter #1
💲 FREE • Donations Accepted

Bring your mat, take a deep breath, and enjoy an evening surrounded by nature and serenity. Sessions usually continue in light showers but will be canceled for thunderstorms.

We hope to see you there!

➡️ Event details & registration: https://bcarboretum.org/events/id/1237

We recently had the pleasure of hosting researchers from Université de Montréal at the Arboretum during a regional field...
05/08/2026

We recently had the pleasure of hosting researchers from Université de Montréal at the Arboretum during a regional field visit focused on hickory species and associated insect interactions.

Guillaume Saint-Jacques and Dr. Colin Favret spent time exploring the Arboretum’s collections and natural areas while documenting several of our hickory species as part of their ongoing research. During their visit, they examined a variety of interesting gall formations and discussed the complex ecological relationships occurring within these trees.

The Boone County Arboretum is always proud to support research, education, and conservation efforts, and we appreciate the opportunity to assist visiting scientists and researchers in the field.

We look forward to learning more about their findings as their work continues!

FINAL DAYS to shop + support the Arboretum 🌳Our online swag shop is only open for a limited time—and it closes this week...
05/07/2026

FINAL DAYS to shop + support the Arboretum 🌳

Our online swag shop is only open for a limited time—and it closes this weekend!

Every purchase helps us continue our work in:
🌱 Environmental education
🌿 Conservation & preservation
🌼 Keeping the Arboretum beautiful for our community

Don’t miss your chance to grab your favorites and give back at the same time.

🛍️ Shop at the LINK in the COMMENTS ‼️OR scan the QR code (below)

Want better flower beds and containers this summer?Join us at the Arboretum for a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn h...
04/29/2026

Want better flower beds and containers this summer?

Join us at the Arboretum for a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn how to design vibrant, long-lasting plantings—and help create our summer displays.

We’ll cover how to combine plants for color, texture, and structure, then head into the gardens to put those ideas into practice.

Saturday, May 9
9:00 to 10:00 AM

Free program, but registration is required.
https://bcarboretum.org/events/id/1204

This doesn’t happen every year… and it doesn’t last long.Yucca treculiana is in full bloom at the Arboretum right now, s...
04/28/2026

This doesn’t happen every year… and it doesn’t last long.

Yucca treculiana is in full bloom at the Arboretum right now, sending up massive clusters of creamy white flowers above its dramatic, spiky foliage. This is a species rarely seen in the eastern U.S., and moments like this are easy to miss if you wait too long.

If you’re planning a visit, now is the time.

📍 Boone County Arboretum
Come see it in person while it’s at its peak.

A quick reminder to all Arboretum visitors and event guests:Please do not use confetti, glitter, or similar materials an...
04/27/2026

A quick reminder to all Arboretum visitors and event guests:

Please do not use confetti, glitter, or similar materials anywhere on Arboretum grounds. These items create litter that is extremely difficult to remove and can impact the beauty of the Arboretum for other visitors.

If you are hosting a gathering or event, please plan to leave our space as you found it and ensure all materials are fully cleaned up before you leave.

We appreciate your help in caring for this shared public space.

Missed our Arbor Day tree seedling giveaway? We’ve got you covered 🌱Join our friends at Fort Thomas Forest Conservancy t...
04/26/2026

Missed our Arbor Day tree seedling giveaway? We’ve got you covered 🌱

Join our friends at Fort Thomas Forest Conservancy today for Earth Day at Tower Park from 12 PM to 4 PM. They’ll be giving away tree seedlings while supplies last.

Our Arboretum on Wheels mobile learning lab will be there too, so stop by and say hello.

See you this afternoon!

Address

9190 Camp Ernst Road
Union, KY
41091

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 9pm
Tuesday 7am - 9pm
Wednesday 7am - 9pm
Thursday 7am - 9pm
Friday 7am - 9pm
Saturday 7am - 9pm
Sunday 7am - 9pm

Telephone

+18593844999

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