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May 3rd Announcements
The Spring Plant Exchange has changed from May 3rd to May 10th due to the weather.
The May 3rd Bird Walk has been rescheduled to May 4th due to the weather.
The Kentucky Children's Garden is closed May 3rd due to the weather. We will see you next week!
Showcasing Kentucky Landscapes
The Arboretum is a 100-acre public garden located on the campus of the University of Kentucky in the heart of Lexington, Kentucky. Our mission is to showcase Kentucky landscapes and serve as a resource center for environmental and horticultural education, research and conservation.

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Our unique features include the Walk Across Kentucky, a diverse native plant collection and living museum; the Kentucky Children's Garden, designed to share the joy and wonder of nature; and our Horticultural Gardens, which boast year-round color.
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Resources & Information
We offer a variety of educational information and resources to supplement your visit, including articles, videos, activities and access to Arboretum Explorer, a database that can be used to further explore our plants and learn more about The Arboretum.
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Donate & Support
The Arboretum relies on the generous support of our friends. Arboretum Friends include anyone who contributes to The Arboretum through donations or volunteering. Your support enables us to care for our plant collections, provide educational programming and more.
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