Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University

The Arnold Arboretum was established in 1872 as a living collection for botanical research and public education and is part of Boston's Emerald Necklace park system. Its 281-acre collection in Jamaica Plain includes labeled trees and shrubs used for scientific study, conservation, and public enjoyment. The arboretum's landscape design and research programs have made it a central institution in Boston's horticultural culture.