FONA Field Notes

The National Arboretum has recently welcomed several new members to their team. At FONA, we are excited to see the Arboretum’s team grow, and look forward to working with our…

Thank you for your support in 2024, and for helping us end the year strong! We are especially grateful to the anonymous, dedicated friends who provided a $50,000 matching fund at…

As we prepare to step into the new year, we want to take a moment to reflect on some major accomplishments for FONA in 2024: We hosted 1,800 students on…

Happy holidays and happy new year from everyone at Friends of the National Arboretum! Thank you for being a part of our community and for making the National Arboretum such a…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…