United States National Arboretum (Washington D.C., USA)
The United States National Arboretum is located along the banks of the Anacostia River in Washington. Established in 1927, it consists of a 446 acre park in the midst of an urban landscape. The Arboretum is a research center as well as a series of gardens and parklands open to the public. The gardens and facilities of the Arboretum are connected by about 9 miles of roadway. Key features of the Arboretum include the National Bonsai and Penjing Museum (which maintains a bonsai collection representing Japan, China, and the United States), the Asian collection of gardens, the Flowering Tree Collection (including a variety of cherry and magnolia species), the National Grove of State Trees (representing the various U.S. states), the National Herb Garden, and the Native Plants Collection (representing woodland, prairie, and coastal species). The National Capitol Columns, together forming a landmark that incorporates 22 of original columns from the East Portico of the Capitol Building, are also displayed on the grounds. The Arboretum’s facilities include a 10,000-volume library, gift shop, visitor facility, and temporary exhibit space. Admission and parking are free.
Contact
3501 New York Avenue North East, 20002,
Telephone: +1 (202) 2452726 | Fax: +1 (202) 2454575