Upcomming events at the Arboretum
The Edith J. Carrier Arboretum invites
you to step into a world of natural beauty. If you prefer serenity, you
can follow the winding trails through the native Oak-Hickory Forest or
wander through the sea of daffodil blooms in the April Walk garden in
the spring.
If you prefer exploring nature through educational programs, the arboretum
offers classes, lectures, tours, travel programs and other special events
to serve your needs.
The arboretum is an outdoor living classroom available for use by all
teachers, professors and students from the area. With its forested slopes,
lowland swale, pond and forested savanna, the arboretum provides a unique
habitat for a wide diversity of flora and fauna.
The Edith J. Carrier Arboretum, the only active, publicly-oriented arboretum on a Virginia state-supported university campus, continues to grow and develop due primarily to the efforts of people from the public and private sectors joining together in support of enhancing the environment. Their common goal is to provide a place in which to enjoy and learn about one of the world's most valuable resources, its plants.
Edith J. Carrier Arboretum and Botanical Gardens at James Madison University
(540) 568-3194, fax (540) 568-5115
www.jmu.edu/arboretum
780 University Blvd, MSC 3705
Harrisonburg, VA 22807
Office open M-F, 8am-5pm
Grounds open free, dawn-dusk, 365 days/year
