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Come discover lush, green landscapes, and find respite and inspiration in the shade of towering trees.
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Explore the Arboretum

The Arboretum offers something for everyone in an unforgettable, tree-filled setting.
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Plant and Protect Trees

The Arboretum has the expertise and advice to help you beautify your home landscape, improve your community, and advocate for trees.
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Science in Action

Learn how The Morton Arboretum is ensuring the future of trees through leading-edge science and conservation.
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The Arboretum Relies on Your Support

Support the Arboretum’s work to create a greener, healthier, more beautiful world where people and trees thrive together.
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Events

Choose from a variety of events for adults, kids, and families to enjoy.

Photograph of runners participating in the Fall Color 5K Run and Walk at The Morton Arboretum

Exhibitions

Arboretum exhibitions connect guests and trees through art, sensory experiences, and education.

Photograph of a child touching Hear: with an ear to the ground, a sculpture by Olga Ziemska from the Of the Earth exhibition

Upcoming Programs and Events

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Endless adventures await you this season

A family explores the maze garden among the bright orange fall leaves

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Guided Experiences

Experience the beauty of the Arboretum through a guided experience.

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Children’s Garden

Imagination lives, curiosity grows, and kids flourish in the Children’s Garden.

Guests enter the Children's Garden in Summer

Roads and Trails

Get out and explore 9 miles of roads and 16 miles of trails.

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Learning Opportunities

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Sterling Morton Library

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When a trip to the Arboretum inspires you to explore more, become a member to visit again and again.

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