Looking Ahead to 2025
As 2024 comes to a close, we are already planning how we can connect people to science, nature, and well-being at the National Arboretum in 2025. Mark your calendar now for…
Posts by Anne McGarvey
How a Blooming Career Took Root
What would happen if half of the plant species we have today disappeared? Dr. Margaret Pooler, Research Leader of the National Arboretum’s Floral and Nursery Research Unit, has dedicated her…
How a Blooming Career Took Root: Dr. Margaret Pooler
How a Blooming Career Took Root: Dr. Margaret PoolerBy Bridget DeSimonePublished December 11, 2024Dr. Margaret Pooler, who serves as Research Leader of the U.S. National Arboretum’s Floral and Nursery Plants…
Christmas Tree Sale this Weekend
Our sincerest gratitude goes out to everyone who donated to FONA during Giving Tuesday. With contributions ranging from $5 to $2,500, each of these generous donations will help FONA connect people…
What We’re Thankful For
At FONA, we’re thankful for a lot this year. We’re grateful for our federal colleagues and their work at the U.S. National Arboretum. They conserve plants for future generations by maintaining…
Holidays on the Horizon
Get outdoors this holiday season and visit the National Arboretum! With 451 acres of gardens, collections, and green space to explore, it’s the perfect place to enjoy nature in the…
Community Connections
Thank you to the hundreds of runners and walkers who joined us for our annual Fall 5K this past weekend. The National Arboretum is a beautiful place to visit at…
Fall Foliage, Big & Small
The National Arboretum is here for you as a space for peace, quiet, and reflection. The Arboretum’s 451 acres of gardens, collections, and green space are free and open to…
Honoring Civilian Conservation Corps. Co. 1360
If you need space for peace, quiet, and reflection over the next few weeks, the National Arboretum is here for you. The Arboretum’s 451 acres of gardens, collections, and green…
Enduring Legacy of CCC Co. 1360
Julia da Silva, Interpretive Specialist at the U.S. National Arboretum, recounts her journey to uncover and understand the history of Civilian Conservation Corps Co. 1360 at the Arboretum.
