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This year marks a special milestone for the University of Alabama's Arboretum - it's our 50th Anniversary! We have many exciting events scheduled throughout our anniversary year to assist in the celebration. Take a look at the Calendar of Events for more information, and join us in our 50th year of providing the residents of Tuscaloosa and our surrounding communities with an invaluable environmental learning resource!

50th Anniversary Gala!!!

Concluding the 2007 – 2008 50th anniversary year of activities, the Arboretum’s gala event, “Art and Accolades,” will take place on April 3, 2008. The celebration will be located at the President’s Mansion on The University of Alabama campus from 6 – 8 p.m. Tickets are $40/individual and $75/couple and are available by calling the Arboretum.

A portion of “Art and Accolades” will be dedicated to recognizing and honoring the past directors of the UA Arboretum: Gibbes Patton, Joab Thomas, Roger Sayers, and Fred Gabrielson. The gala will also feature a live auction of pass-a-long art. Art donations have been received by Nall and many other local artists and photographers.

For more information about “Art and Accolades” or the Arboretum, call 205-553-3278.

 

 

About Us

Bee landing on flowerThe University of Alabama Arboretum maintains plant collections for botanical education and appreciation. The Arboretum features walking trails through a native woodland section, a wildflower garden, a collection of ornamental plants, an experimental garden, and a children's garden. Most of the Arboretum's land was donated by the federal government to help support the University's goals of promoting research and providing public education and service. Today the Arboretum is part of a national network that shares plant information with scientists, students and the public. The Arboretum is sponsored by the Department of Biological Sciences.

The arboretum is open daily from 8AM until 5PM, except on New year's day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. There is no admission charge for entrance. Tours are available by reservation. Please contact the arboretum for more information.

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