Enjoy our November e-newsletter

“How beautifully leaves grow old. How full of light and color are their last days.” – John Burroughs

Wreath making registration is now open

Register early this year so we can accommodate all interested parties. Get in the holiday spirit and join us for another year of wreath making. Each participant will have a wide variety of greenery to choose from and will be able to design their own holiday wreaths. All supplies are included in the cost of the workshop. This class is held in our barn, please wear appropriate layers.

Saturday, December 5th 10:00AM-12:00PM Register Here

Monday, December 7th, 6:00PM-8:00PM Register Here

Tuesday, December 8th, 6:00PM-8:00PM Register Here

Holiday Open House

December 12th 2:00PM-5:00PM

Come join us to celebrate the season in the Davenport Mansion with live music, holiday treats, face painting and decoration making.

Fall festival, is a great success!

Pumpkin carving, face painting and admiring fall colors made for a perfect day in the arboretum. Laney Marcotte from Audubon brought two beautiful owls so that visitors could learn about the importance of our native bird species.

Irrigation project under way

The irrigation project has been in the works for almost five years. Installation is now in full swing. The garden remains open so please come for a visit.

Staff Note

This fall, the Wakefield Arboretum is a mosaic of vibrant colors, transforming the landscape as warm days and cool nights have allowed the leaves to linger a little longer on the trees. As daylight dwindles, the shifting light creates shadows and shapes, revealing a rapidly evolving landscape daily as leaves gracefully fall. Visitors and school groups alike enjoy the gardens expressing awe at the stunning display of the three flower maple, a true marvel. We invite you to experience this natural wonder for yourself—come for a visit or register for one of our many upcoming events.

Debbie Merriam

Executive Director

Become a Wakefield Arboretum Member

Your membership supports educational programs connecting youth and adults with land and history and our work to create a living and accessible landscape.

IMPORTANT DATES

at a glance:

Winter Wreath Making Workshop

Saturday, December 5th 10AM-12PM Sign up here

Monday, December 7th, 6PM-8PM Sign up here

Tuesday December 8th, 6PM-8PM Sign up here

Holiday Open House, December 12th, 2PM-5PM Sign up here

Plan a visit soon!

Take a walk through the gardens and enjoy the scenery.

The Mary May Binney Wakefield Arboretum is open Monday -Thursday 7AM-3PM and Friday 7AM-1PM (except holidays), by appointment.

To schedule a visit, call 617-333-0924 or email: arboretum@dogwoodlanefarm.org.