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The East Texas Arboretum is hosting a "Find the Fiddles" contest in conjuction with the 91st annual Old Fiddlers Reunion.. Come Out to the Arboretum the week of Fiddlers (May 24-28) and search for the 50 wooden fiddles we have hiddent around the property.  CHECK IN AT THE OFFICE FOR THE RULES AND ENTRY FORM.    

Check out our EVENTS tab for upcoming activities!
​MOVIES, BAND AND CHILDREN'S CAMPS

June 3   6:30 p.m.  “Happy Feet” movie  Women’s building
June 5  1-3 p.m.  Shelby Ballenger on the Wofford Porch
June 17  6:30 p.m.  “Rudy” movie Women’s building
June 19  1-3 p.m.  Chris Jumper band on the Wofford Porch
June 22 Children's Day Camp 9:00-4:00
  
June 24  6:30 p.m. “Hoosiers” movie Women’s building
June 26  1-3 p.m.  Meredith Crawford on the Wofford Porch

See the calendar for more details  
  
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​Hours
9 A.M. until 5 P.M. Sunday -Thursday
9A.M-7P.M Friday and Saturday
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Please read: COVID-19 UPDATE    |    NEW! Trail Interpretation Guide    |    ​Support the Arboretum

Visit the Arboretum

One hundred acres of wooded beauty, trees, flowers, and wildlife await your discovery at the East Texas Arboretum. The forest appears to come alive as you meander along two miles of woodland trails. Camouflaged frogs, insects, and even deer often scurry away as you pass. Make your way along winding, spring-fed streams connected by a 115-foot suspension bridge.

Experience life in early Henderson County at the historic Wofford House Museum. Built in 1850, the home was relocated to the arboretum several years ago. It now stands as a reminder of early pioneer days complete with period furnishings, memorabilia, and a seasonal garden.  

The arboretum is available to host reunions, meetings, retreats, weddings, receptions, and picnics. Just imagine how beautiful a bride is when framed in the arbors of spring!

Come join us for a walk in the park!

Support The Arboretum

Following are ways you can donate and help ensure The East Texas Arboretum & Botanical Society will be here for generations to come:
  • Planned Gifts: Charitable gifts, wills, life insurance,  donations, etc.
  • Memorial Gifts: Any gift to honor or memorialize a loved one, including birthdays and anniversaries.
  • IRA Charitable Rollover: With the IRA charitable rollover, you can make a gift from your IRA account to help support the work of our organization. Gifts from your IRA (up to $100,000 per year) are not reported as taxable income and qualify for your required minimum distribution that can lower your income and taxes.
  • Memberships: Yearly memberships are available at several levels.
  • Equipment: Donations of mowers, tractors or other lawn and garden equipment are welcome.
Make a General Donation   |   Donate to Ruby Key Garden   |    Donate to Friends of the Wall
For more information about giving, contact the arboretum at 903-675-5630.
Daily Admission:
Adults $5.00
Senior Adults (60+) $4.00
Students $3.00

 Kids under 3 are FREE
FREE to Arboretum Members
Open Daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.   check the Home page of the website for Extended Hours 


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© THE EAST TEXAS ARBORETUM AND BOTANICAL SOCIETY  |  2020
1601 Patterson Rd. Athens, TX 75751  (Hwy 175 inside Loop 7)   |   (903) 675-5630
  • Home
  • About
    • Board & Staff
    • Photographers
    • Weddings & Rentals
    • Contact Us
    • Find Us
    • Media
    • Bob McDonald Endowment
  • Attractions
    • Discovery Barn
    • Dream Garden
    • Little Red School House
    • Gardens & Trails
    • Wofford House
  • Events
  • Memorial
    • Submission Form
    • Spanish American War
    • Civil War
    • World War I
    • World War II
    • Korean War
    • Vietnam War
    • Iraq / Afghanistan Wars
    • Also Served
  • Support
    • Donate
    • Ruby Key Garden
    • Friends of the Wall
    • Membership
    • Volunteer
  • Links