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We offer a variety of programs to inspire, teach and engage. Programs are open to the public and many of our programs are free or available at a discounted rate with membership. Some programs require registration to confirm your spot. Email arbor@conncoll.edu if you need assistance.  Connecticut College is committed to maintaining a safe and community.
Visit us on facebook @ConnecticutCollegeArboretum to stay up to date on our programs and events. To receive advance notice of programs you can sign up to get our monthly email newsletter on the Arboretum Get Involved page. You don't have to be a member to receive notifications but we would appreciate your support of becoming a member if you are not one already.

In Our Gallery - John Shelby Schmidt

Wednesday, August 12 through Wednesday, September 30 
Arboretum Gallery, 33 Gallows Lane, New London, CT
FREE and open to the public Monday - Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Welcome to Nature's Garden: Images of The Connecticut College Arboretum and Coastal Communities 

Goodwin Natural Area History Hike

Tuesday, September 29, 5 to 7 p.m.
[Rain Date: Tuesday, October 6, 5 to 7 p.m.]
33 Gallows Lane
FREE; Space is limited, Registration required.

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Join Anthony Graesch, Professor of Anthropology, on a moderate hike through the Goodwin Natural Area to learn about the colonial history of the land and the evidence that can still be seen that speak to its previous agricultural use. 

This program will meet at 33 Gallows Lane, New London. Parking is available on site.

This program will require hiking on a trail along uneven terrain of moderate difficulty. Please wear appropriate shoes/footwear.

Space is limited, registration requested. Please register HERE.

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Native Plant Collection Free Guided Tour

Sunday, October 4
10 a.m., open to the public and pre-registration not required.
Meet at the entrance gate located at approximately 830 Williams Street.   

Caroline Black Garden Free Guided Tour

Sunday, October 11
10 a.m., open to the public and pre-registration not required.
Park and meet at 4 Winchester Avenue, behind Vinal Cottage across from the Mohegan Avenue main College entrance.   

Campus Tree Collection Free Guided Tour

Sunday, October 18
10:00 a.m., open to the public and pre-registration not required.
Meet at the New London Hall Greenhouse (by the blue sculpture) to the right after entering the main College entrance gatehouse.



Annual Events

Small American Lawns Today (SALT) Conference

UPCOMING DATE:  Saturday, November 7, 2026
Full-day conference with four speakers and a panel discussion.  Explores ecologically-sound practices for designing and developing naturalistic landscapes that offer an alternative vision to traditional landscapes characterized by the typical monoculture lawn.  

Arbor Day 2027

UPCOMING DATE:  Saturday, April 24, 2027
Our annual Arbor Day event is a family-friendly day of activities celebrating trees.  The day features an educational display and craft activities for children.  Tree planting demonstrations, free guided tours of the Arboretum and information about arboriculture tools and equipment by local arborists will be take place at 33 Gallows Lane.

Music in the Meadow

UPCOMING DATE:  Friday, June 4, 2027
Our annual outdoor evening concert features a curated group of local bands/musicians performing in the Outdoor Theater of Connecticut College Arboretum.

Shakespeare in the Arboretum

UPCOMING DATES:  Select weekends in July and August 2027 
For over 30 years, Flock Theater has hosted two Shakespearean plays in the Outdoor Theater of Connecticut College Arboretum during the summer months.

Fall Native Plant Sale

Friday, September 18 and Saturday, September 19, 2026
Connecticut College Arboretum partners with the Mountain Laurel Chapter of Wild Ones and offers a selection of native trees, shrubs, vines and perennials for sale.  Pre-ordering for trees and shrubs is available online during the month of August.

Arboretum Office

P: 860-439-5020 E: arbor@conncoll.edu

Mailing Address

Connecticut College Arboretum
270 Mohegan Avenue
New London, CT 06320

 

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33 Gallows Lane, Suite 114
New London, CT 06320

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