In 1965 the State of Connecticut purchased F.A. Bartlett’s home and property, setting in motion the establishment of what today is the Bartlett Arboretum & Gardens.
To celebrate this milestone, the Bartlett is running a year-long series called
60 Years /60 Trees.This series of six walks, one every other month, is designed to tell the story of this organization through its trees. Some are Notable and Champion trees and some are simply storied and dear to the people who have worked or volunteered here.
The first walk, Winter Interest Trees, is on Tuesday, February 11 at 11 am.
This walk will include trees, similar to the European Beech (pictured above) that offer four seasons of interest. Led by Bartlett staff, arborists, master gardeners, and volunteers, participants will learn about tree identification, Bartlett history, and more!