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Established in 1929 | Dedicated to enriching lives through the conservation of trees, nature and history.
Because of you, our Board of Trustees and staff, Dawes is thrilled to announce that we raised $10,000 on #GivingTuesday! The Arboretum is so grateful for your donations. Your support allows us to continue our mission of enriching lives through the conservation of trees, nature & history. Thank you!
December 9, 2025 at 7:16 PM
Here's to Week 1 of our Winter Wonders Walk! Our team is dedicated to giving you the best experience.

If you haven't made it to a walk yet, there is still time! Visit our website at www.dawesarb.org/blog/winter-... to register today! ✨🌲⛄
December 9, 2025 at 7:13 PM
Join us this Friday, November 28 from 10am-2pm for our Turkey Trail Challenge! Visitors who bring 3 non-perishable food items per car will receive free admission! Food items collected will be distributed to local food pantries. Learn more at www.dawesarb.org/blog/support....
November 24, 2025 at 6:32 PM
It’s been an amazing Year of Art for Dawes where we featured Artisans at The Arboretum!

We now have the unique opportunity to virtually auction off four of the murals that beautified our natural landscape.

Interested individuals or businesses can learn more at www.dawesarb.org/blog/dont-mi...
November 14, 2025 at 8:43 PM
This Veterans Day, The Arboretum would like to honor those who have served or who are currently serving in the Armed Forces. On Tuesday, November 11, 2025 admission will be free for all veterans and active military!

*Please provide the Gatehouse with your military ID upon arrival.
November 10, 2025 at 8:53 PM
Dawes is so excited to be featured in The Reporting Project at Denison University for our recent additions to The Arboretum! The article talks about our new all-electric tram and our new greenhouse – both sponsored by Meta's New Albany Data Center.

www.thereportingproject.org/dawes-arbore...
Dawes Arboretum debuts new tram and greenhouse to improve accessibility and support native plant growth - The Reporting Project - Covering Licking County, Ohio
The goal was to better accommodate guests and contribute to the arboretum’s conservation efforts.
www.thereportingproject.org
November 10, 2025 at 1:51 PM
Autumn is a special time of year around here. 🍂 #thedawesarboretum #newarkohio #autumn #autumninohio
November 7, 2025 at 6:09 PM
📣Save the date for The Arboretum's eighth annual Winter Wonders Walk! View all the dates, times and details today at www.dawesarb.org/blog/winter-....

Registration opens on November 1!
October 28, 2025 at 7:54 PM
We had a great time hosting Fall in Love with Dawes this month! #dawes #newarkohio #fall
October 23, 2025 at 4:19 PM
Check us out in the Newark Advocate! 🍁https://www.newarkadvocate.com/story/news/2025/10/21/dawes-arboretum-adds-tram-named-one-of-best-places-for-fall-road-trip/86725239007/?utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook
Dawes Arboretum adds new tram to site, named one of best fall places to visit by Today Show
The Dawes Arboretum, named a best place for a fall road trip, added a tram that it expects will improve accessibility, exploration of the area.
www.newarkadvocate.com
October 23, 2025 at 4:17 PM
Get outside and join us for Turkey Trail Challenge on Friday, November 28 from 10am-2pm. This post-Thanksgiving trail adventure is an exciting way to get your steps in. Learn more at 53050.blackbaudhosting.com/53050/ticket....
October 23, 2025 at 4:15 PM
The Arboretum’s Photo Contest winners have been selected! 🤳
October 16, 2025 at 8:11 PM
📣 Dawes is now offering discounted Family Access Memberships! 📣

Learn more on our website or stop in to take advantage of this great offer.
October 10, 2025 at 3:40 PM
We’re thrilled to celebrate the unveiling of our new greenhouse & electric tram made possible thanks to the generous support of Meta’s New Albany Data Center. Thank you for your meaningful partnership and support of our mission to enrich lives through the conservation of trees, nature and history!
October 9, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Exciting news here ➡️ www.dawesarb.org/blog/dawes-a....
October 6, 2025 at 8:08 PM
The Dawes Arboretum and the Stream + Wetlands Foundation, in collaboration with @microsoft.com are proud to announce the launch of another exciting wetland restoration project, this one featuring The Arboretum’s Red Barn Reserve. Learn more at the link below!

www.dawesarb.org/blog/dawes-a...
The Dawes Arboretum and Stream + Wetlands Foundation Launch New Wetland Restoration Project at the Red Barn Reserve | Dawes Arboretum
(Newark, OH) – The Dawes Arboretum and the Stream + Wetlands Foundation are proud to announce the launch of another exciting wetland restoration project, this one featuring The Arboretum’s Red Barn Re...
www.dawesarb.org
October 6, 2025 at 8:06 PM
Did you catch the Dawes shout out on the Today Show this week with Travel + Leisure? We're so excited for you to experience fall at The Arboretum! Plan your visit today at dawesarb.org. You won't want to miss it.

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Here Are the Best Road Trips to See Fall Foliage in 2025
YouTube video by TODAY
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October 2, 2025 at 12:23 PM
Can’t wait for The Arboretum to look like this again… 🍁🍂

#TheDawesArboretum #NewarkOhio #CypressSwamp #Nature #Trees #Photography
September 25, 2025 at 7:33 PM
Dawes is now on Bluesky!

Check out this week’s What to See blog at www.dawesarb.org/what-to-see.

#TheDawesArboretum #NewarkOhio #Nature
September 25, 2025 at 6:56 PM