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2026 Alfresco Gala raises $500,000

Houston Arboretum’s 2026 Alfresco Gala, honoring Main Street Capital, raised $500,000 to fund conservation and education programs.

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Arboretum receives $50,000 grant from The John M. O’Quinn Foundation for free parking

The first Sunday of free parking is April 12, in honor of Earth Month. After that, free parking will be available on the second Sunday of every month through March 14, 2027.

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Houston Arboretum & Nature Center awarded Level 1 Accreditation by ArbNet Accreditation Program

The Houston Arboretum has been awarded a Level 1 Accreditation by The ArbNet Arboretum Accreditation Program and The Morton Arboretum.

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Richard King Mellon Foundation Awards $90,000 Grant for Fall 2025 Conservation Project

The grant will fund the removal of invasive plant species and support hiring Student Conservation Association program participants, who will help restore the Arboretum’s woodland habitats.

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Reflecting on 20 Years at the Arboretum

20 years ago, I stepped into my role at the Arboretum with a deep love for nature and a desire to help more people experience its beauty.

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Houston Monarch Story arrives at the Arboretum

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center is excited to announce the opening of the Houston Monarch Story, an interactive art installation celebrating Monarch butterflies and their vital habitat.

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A Beginner’s Guide to Composting

If you’d like to do your part for the planet and begin composting, here are some simple steps to get you started. 

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Board Spotlight: Dr. Cullen Geiselman Muse

As her Board service draws to a close, it is with deep gratitude that we acknowledge the unparalleled leadership of Dr. Cullen Geiselman Muse.

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Inside a Prescribed Fire

Prescribed fire is vital for ecosystem health and community safety. Find out what is it like to be on the ground for one.

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The Great Owl Rescue

On a cool February morning, a visitor spotted three white puffballs. They were Great Horned Owl chicks, and they were in trouble!

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Experiencing Fall Migration

Happy Fall Migration! It may have just started to feel like autumn, but for birds, the subtle change in daylight hours at the end of August was enough to trigger their urge to travel.

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The Dog Days of Summer

We’re entering the Dog Days of Summer in a much more literal way this year – with multiple coyote and fox sightings!

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Houston Arboretum & Nature Center grounds will be Houston Arboretum & Nature Center grounds will be closed this Saturday, October 17 for ArBOOretum, our annual fall family festival!

ArBOOretum guests will enjoy fun activities like:

🍬 Trick-or-Treat Nature Trail
🦉 Birds of Prey Program
🐍 Snake Encounter
🎃 Pumpkin Decorating
📖 Story Time with an ASL Interpreter
🎨 Face Painting
🚂 Train Rides
🦇 Bat Cave Cooldown Area
🎃 Pumpkin Patch & Photo Op
‼️ And so much more!

There will be no onsite parking, but free offsite parking with a stroller and wagon-friendly shuttle will be available. 

Visit the Arboretum website to learn more, become a Member for free entry, or grab your tickets in advance!
WHOOO’S ready for Ar-BOO-retum this weekend? A Bar WHOOO’S ready for Ar-BOO-retum this weekend? A Barred Owl! This spooky, nocturnal bird was spotted on the Inner Loop. While owls are primarily active at night, they will move around a bit during the day to find safe spaces to nap. Even large species like Barred Owls are vulnerable to predators like hawks and foxes, so they are very sneaky and use their excellent camouflage to blend into the trees. You are more likely to hear owls than see them, especially around sunset. Barred Owls make a loud series of hoots that sound like “WHO COOKS FOR YOU… WHO COOKS FOR YOU ALL?” #BeakOfTheWeek #WildlifeWednesday

📸 Girish Tembe
ArBOOretum runs on Volunteers! We are looking for ArBOOretum runs on Volunteers! We are looking for individuals (ages 16+) available to Volunteer during our ArBOOretum Fall Festival this Saturday, October 17! Volunteers work with Arboretum staff to support activities like guest experience, Pumpkin Decorating, Carnival Games, Pumpkin Patch, and so much more.

Come represent the Houston Arboretum as we host nature-loving families to another great year of spooky fun. All Volunteers will receive a t-shirt, food, and free attendance before their shift.

Visit the link in our bio to fill out the Volunteer Application!
Our Fall Membership Sale ends this Friday, October Our Fall Membership Sale ends this Friday, October 16 - have you snagged your Arboretum Membership yet? The sale is the biggest discount we have on Memberships all year, and a Membership guarantees you free entry into ArBOOretum this Saturday, October 17.

Learn more about Member levels and benefits at https://houstonarboretum.org/become-a-member/
Have you ever wanted to dine like a fox, hop like Have you ever wanted to dine like a fox, hop like a toad, or box up like a box turtle? Want to practice using binoculars or pop out of a trapdoor spider’s den? And would you like to get candy for doing it??? Join us for ArBOOretum this Saturday, October 17 and do all this and more on the Trick-or-Treat Trail! 

ArBOOretum is FREE for Arboretum Members, however this year registration is required for all guests. Register, grab your tickets, become a Member, or learn more about the event at https://houstonarboretum.org/event/arbooretum/

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