Edith J. Carrier Arboretum
Visiting the Arboretum
The Edith J. Carrier Arboretum, a woodland sanctuary on the James Madison University campus, is a public urban garden and forested greenspace that preserves native plant species, provides opportunities for research, and promotes knowledge of the botanical and natural world for people of all ages.
Our Vision
To inspire outdoor engagement in a woodland sanctuary.
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Hours of Operation
Arboretum Grounds & Trails | Everyday, Dawn to Dusk | Free & Open to the Public
Frances Plecker education Center
Monday - Thursday | 8 AM - 4 PM
Fridays | 9 AM - 3 PM
This summer we were thrilled to be included in Virginia Homegrown's Plant of the Month segment. We chose to highlight one of our favorite summer annuals, Rockin' Deep Purple Salvia. Take a look!
Check out more Virginia Homegrown clips below featuring gardens and projects around our area!
Edith J. Carrier Arboretum
780 University Blvd, MSC 3705
Harrisonburg, Virginia 22807
(540)-568-3194 | ejcarboretum@jmu.edu
Harrisonburg, Virginia 22807
(540)-568-3194 | ejcarboretum@jmu.edu
Grounds | Free to the public | Dawn to dusk | 365 days a year
Frances Plecker Education Center | Monday - Friday | 8 AM - 4 PM
Frances Plecker Education Center | Monday - Friday | 8 AM - 4 PM
Arboretum
