Holden Arboretum
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As of Mon 9/14, The Holden Arboretum's Emergent Tower and Canopy Walk will be open to the public. The over 100ft tall tower takes visitors above the trees, while the canopy walk takes guests on a 500-foot-long trip through the canopy; both of which offer amazing views!
CoolCleveland got a head start on the public and toured the new attractions with Holden's Director of Horticulture & Conservation: Roger Gettig. Gettig gave a us the inside scoop on top of the tower, and boy were we excited! Check out the video and reserve your tickets to experience both today.
Summertime in Cleveland means live music, boozy picnics and the great outdoors. Experience all of those at Holden's Summer Concert Series, Tuesday evenings beginning July 21. Featuring local bands and ensembles from the Cleveland Institute of Music, each eclectic concert is matched with themed food items and drinks for purchase.
This year's musical acts range from jazz and classical to acoustic rock and pre-war country blues. Admission is only $5 after 5PM for non-members and free, as always, for members. Details
Tickets now available for the Arboretum's Perspectives at Woodland Twilight summer benefit on Sat 7/18. Celebrate exciting new things taking place at Holden while supporting their mission to build a greener Northeast Ohio. Beginning at 6PM, partake in a silent auction, seated dinner and after-dinner drinks near the wooded trails. Tickets start at $185 each. Details.
Explore themed gardens, protected forests and serene hiking trails, now, into the evening hours.
The Holden Arboretum is open until 9PM on Tuesdays with reduced $5 admission after 5PM through August. For information visit HoldenArb.org.
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Free admission, games, seedling giveaways, and... lumberjacks?
You know it's spring when Holden Arboretum pulls out all the stops for Arbor Day, Fri 4/24 - Sun 4/26 with fun stuff for the whole family, from a tree scavenger hunt to logrolling, wood carving, zip lining, food vendors, and more.
New this year: Tree Care Experts, like Holden's Community Forester Clint Clink, answering questions about your own trees, such as how to correctly prune your trees, as he shows in this video.
SPONSORED: Sweet Hikes at the Arboretum Delicious pancakes and sweet syrups meet new blooms and crisp spring air at the Holden Arboretum's Pancake Breakfast 3/21 – 3/22. Shake off the sleepiness of winter and discover the first signs of spring. HoldenArb.org
SPONSORED: Spend a cold evening sipping spirits with friends at the Arboretum’s Holiday Spirits Tasting on Sat 12/20 from 7-9PM. Warm up by the fire and discover your new favorite whiskey or bourbon. Spirits will be paired with complimenting small plates. Space is limited. Tickets: $35 members, $50 nonmembers, $25 designated drivers. HoldenArb.org.
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Nature inspired, environmentally responsible gifts are part of the Arboretum’s holiday tradition. The annual gift show and sale located in the visitor center runs through Sun 1/4 and features jury selected works by more than 30 local artists. Items include pottery, household goods, jewelry, apparel, accessories, food items and more.
This year some of the extraordinary artists will be highlighted at Trunk Shows every Tuesday night through 12/16 and a Holiday Drop and Shop on Sun 12/14 lets the kids enjoy treats and activities while you peacefully browse the show. HoldenArb.org.
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You’ve heard that Holden Arboretum and the Cleveland Botanical Garden are becoming one integrated organization.
Now hear from Clem Hamilton, the President and CEO of the combined organization, and Natalie Ronayne, the Executive Vice President, in their own words. "Our organizations are perfectly integrated, educational programs, research programs, horticulture, all together and more impactful than ever before," according to Clem Hamilton.
Most of the changes will be transparent to the public. The big winner will be members of each organization, who will now become members of both. The combined group will be stronger financially, more regional geographically, better able to meet their individual missions, and more sustainable in the long run. Natalie Ronayne says, "We now have more for our members to love. They can enjoy the benefits of both fabulous locations, year round."
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Goblins in the Garden are back at Holden
Come out to the Holden Arboretum for Goblins in the Garden, Oct. 4 and 5 from 10 – 4pm. Kids in costume can trick-or-treat in the decorated gardens, explore the corn stalk maze, take wagon rides through the woods and enjoy food, entertainment, crafts and activities.
While you're there you can hike the wooded trails and enjoy the start of Northeast Ohio’s beautiful autumn color. The cost is only $10 per car for members and $20 per car for non-members. Dogs on leashes are always welcome at the Arboretum. HoldenArb.org.
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When the opportunity arose to discuss how Holden Arboretum and the Cleveland Botanical Gardens might work more closely together, the leaders of both organizations got busy, and soon agreed to form one institution. Besides retiring the significant debt that CBG had acquired, new options quickly presented themselves to both groups: visibility, stability, synergies, dual locations, and combined education programs.
Listen as Dr. Clem Hamilton, CEO and President of Holden Arboretum expresses his enthusiasm for opportunities with the new arrangement.
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What could be better than spending a lovely Tuesday evening at one of the most delightful outdoor tree museums in the world? Try adding music!
Holden Arboretum is presenting their Summer Concert Series now through Tue 8/5, featuring cool bands, themed cuisine and special pricing. Watch the video with Holden’s Vicki McDonald as she describes this cool series.
Members and guests 18 and under are free, and adults are only $5. Come early and stroll the incredible grounds of Holden Arboretum, then check out the wide variety of bands from 7-8:30PM each Tuesday. HoldenArb.org
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Holden's Illumination at Woodland Twilight Benefit on Sat 7/12
This year's summer benefit mixes a traditional seated dinner affair with a lively after party featuring locally sourced gourmet food by Chris Hodgson, drinks, music and more. If you don’t have the time to attend the whole benefit, stop in for the after party beginning at 8:30PM. Come stroll the creatively lit garden and hang out with friends, while supporting one of Cleveland's beloved nature organizations. Proceeds will benefit the Holden Arboretum's efforts to increase native plant collections - helping to provide for a healthier, greener and more sustainable Cleveland. Tickets for the Benefit or After Party are available online here.
SPONSORED: Grab a blanket & chairs and head out to the Holden Arboretum for live music in the garden. The summer concert series takes place Tuesdays 6/17 – 8/5 at 7PM. Food and drinks are available for purchase. $5 for adults after 5PM. Members and guests under 18 are free. For the line-up of local acts visit HoldenArb.org.
SPONSORED: Green Thumb or far from? The Holden Arboretum’s annual Plant Sale May 17-18 offers a wide variety of trees, plants, shrubs annuals, perennials, herbs accessories and more. The best part? You can talk to the experts and tour the gardens for education and inspiration. Special members only preview on Fri 5/16. Visit HoldenArb.org
SPONSORED: The Holden Arboretum celebrates National Public Gardens Day with free admission and a 10% discount in the gift shop this Fri 5/9. Holden has beautiful themed gardens and over 20 miles of hiking trails. We recommend you take the day off and visit your favorite public garden! Visit HoldenArb.org
SPONSORED: Hugging trees is great But planting and taking care of them is even better. The Holden Arboretum hosts their annual Arbor Day celebrations Fri 4/25 - Sun 4/27 from 10AM to 5PM with free admission all weekend. Receive a free tree seedling to plant, learn about trees and enjoy food, music, hikes & more. And don't forget to #hugatreeforholden. HoldenArb.org
SPONSORED: It's safe to say we can all use a little Spring. The Holden Arboretum comes back to life as blossoms and leaves return to dormant buds. The crabapples will soon be in full bloom and the fragrant lilacs will remind us to slow down and enjoy. Each year Holden celebrates the season with a series of events that remind us it’s time to get back outside. There are our Rites of Spring, and we hope that you will join us. The season opens with the Pancake Breakfast and Spring Hikes on Sat 3/22 and Sun 3/23. Registration is required. Visit HoldenArb.org
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Holden Arboretum's Kristie Hawley has curated Gifts From The Heart of Nature for the past 5 years. Artists apply with jewelry, handbags, wooden bowls, bird houses, even cosmetics; all handmade, all environmentally conscious, all local.
Follow her around as she shows off some of the coolest art from regional artists, now available for your holiday gifting through 1/5/14. HoldenArb.org
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Gifts From The Heart of Nature
Holden Arboretum's annual Gifts from the Heart of Nature show/sale opens this Fri 11/15 with a preview party open 3-8PM. Get a head-start on your holiday shopping and enjoy light refreshments & live music plus an opportunity to meet the artists. This holiday gift sale will be open daily in the Arboretum’s visitor center through Sun 1/5.
This unique show features nature inspired works and crafts made from environmentally responsible materials by regional artists. Jury selected items available include pottery, jewelry, household goods, apparel, accessories, food items, ornaments and more. Attendance is free for members and is included in gate admission for non-members. More info: 440.946.4400 or holdenarb.org
SPONSORED: Attend a Free Scientist Lecture Take a deeper look into the issues and conditions that impact our planet at Holden's FREE Scientist Lecture Series. The program will kick off on Thu 11/14 at 7PM at Holden with a talk about how soil influences biological invasions. Teachers attending can earn graduate credits. Visit http://www.holdenarb.org/visit/speakers.asp HoldenArb.org.
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Experience Autumn at the Holden Arboretum
Located just 25 minutes from downtown Cleveland, the arboretum is a living museum of trees and plants. One of the largest arboreta in the country, Holden is a wonderful resource for Northeast Ohio offering hiking trails, gardens, nature classes and more.
Holden provides education programs to schools in the region and promotes sustainability and conservation efforts both locally and globally. We invite you to be a part of the Holden experience and to reconnect with the natural world.
For more information and a list of the guided hikes and nature classes, visit http://www.holdenarb.org.
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