by George Briggs | Dec 28, 2016 | The Arboretum
This time of year is action-packed with all the inspiring elements of the holidays, the closing of an old calendar and hanging of a new one, and thinking about what the approaching New Year will bring. All of this is certainly the case at The North Carolina Arboretum,...
by Whitney Smith | Dec 21, 2016 | Community
This past month in Western North Carolina, we’ve welcomed cooler winter temperatures along with an influx of people visiting (or returning home) for the holidays. Christmas has always been a popular time here in Asheville and WNC. George Vanderbilt welcomed his first...
by Jonathan Marchal | Dec 7, 2016 | Exhibits, Nature
Winter officially begins on December 21; however shorter day-length and cooler temperatures have already triggered the inner timepieces of our local wildlife. Gone from the trails at the Arboretum are the songs of hooded warblers and other migratory birds. Moths and...
by Guest | Nov 30, 2016 | Community
The holidays provide a great time of year to advance The North Carolina Arboretum’s mission of cultivating connections between people and plants – with presents. Below you will find a half dozen creative ideas for plant-based gift-giving for friends, family,...
by Whitney Smith | Nov 23, 2016 | Community
The holidays are here in Western North Carolina and with that comes food, family, friendship and…free time! After the turkey has been carved and the pie has been sliced, you may find yourself looking for things to do with loved ones for the rest of the Thanksgiving...
by Jonathan Marchal | Nov 16, 2016 | Nature
According to a study by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, birding is the fastest growing outdoor activity in the nation, and both kids and adults are getting into the action. Oftentimes, we may find ourselves spending less time outdoors and in nature during the...
