UA Arboretum
Alabama has a rich heritage of abundant biodiversity and natural resources. Conservation and education are key to passing that heritage to future generations of Alabamians. The 60-acre University of Alabama Arboretum has shared in this vision since its establishment over 50 years ago. The Arboretum provides unique opportunities for teaching, research, and outreach, all central goals of the University’s mission. A ten-minute drive east of campus, the Arboretum has grown to become a cherished part of the University and the Tuscaloosa communities.
Learn MoreSnake ID and Safety Program
Join us for a free, family-friendly program about Alabama’s native snakes—how to identify them, stay safe around them, and understand their role in the ecosystem.
Speaker: Dylan Taylor, Regional Agent for Forestry, Wildlife & Natural Resources, Alabama Cooperative Extension System
Date: Thursday, July 24, 2025
Time: 6:30 – 7:30 PM
Location: University of Alabama Arboretum Pavilion
Perfect for nature lovers, curious minds, and anyone interested in wildlife conservation. Don’t miss this engaging educational program!
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Speaker: Dylan Taylor, Regional Agent for Forestry, Wildlife & Natural Resources, Alabama Cooperative Extension System
Date: Thursday, July 24, 2025
Time: 6:30 – 7:30 PM
Location: University of Alabama Arboretum Pavilion
Perfect for nature lovers, curious minds, and anyone interested in wildlife conservation. Don’t miss this engaging educational program!
Learn to Garden @ the UA Arboretum Community Garden!
Spring Gardening Workshop Saturday, May 3, 10 AM – 12 PM
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Spring Fling!
On Saturday, April 5 from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m., the UA Arboretum and the Alabama Museum of Natural History invite the community to join in a free exploration of the outdoors and science in springtime with their all-ages “Spring Fling” event, which will be held at the Arboretum. Go on guided nature rambles with experts, enjoy live music, and high five Big Al!
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Arboretum Plant Sale 2024
You are invited to the Arboretum Plant Sale 2024! We will have a variety of greenhouse plants, native plants, trees, shrubs, and seeds for sale. Proceeds will benefit the University of Alabama Arboretum. UA students from Bama Bee Club will also have a new crop of honey for sale (BYOC: Bring Your Own Container), produced right here at the Arboretum!
Dates: Friday, Sept. 20 and Saturday, Sept. 21
Times: 10 AM – 4 PM
Location: Arboretum Pavilion
Dates: Friday, Sept. 20 and Saturday, Sept. 21
Times: 10 AM – 4 PM
Location: Arboretum Pavilion
Insect Night Walk
Dylan Taylor, ACES Regional Extension Agent, will be your guide at the UA Arboretum Pavilion for an Insect Night Walk. Using black lighting techniques, we’ll attract and observe these amazing critters up close.
Date: Thursday, Sept. 26th
Time: 6:30 PM
Free and open to all ages!
Date: Thursday, Sept. 26th
Time: 6:30 PM
Free and open to all ages!
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WHAT’S GROWING ON
The Arboretum maintains plant collections for botanical education and appreciation and features walking trails through native woodlands; wildflower, experimental and children’s gardens; and a collection of ornamental plants.
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