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Looking for a plant? Try our interactive map and living plant database search, and plant browser, the Arboretum Botanical Explorer (ABE), designed for large-screened devices.
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Welcome to the U.S. National Arboretum
General Information
The grounds of the U.S. National Arboretum are open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day of the year except for Christmas Day. The National Bonsai & Penjing Museum is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily except for federal holidays from November through February. Admission to the grounds and museum is free and no tickets are needed.
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Go Beyond the Tidal Basin
Love cherries but hate the crowds? Explore a dazzling diversity of flowering cherries at the US National Arboretum!
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What's New
Restricted Access to the Capitol Columns
Beginning Monday, March 17, 2025, access to the Capitol Columns will be restricted due to construction activity until further notice. Please respect all postage signage and staff instructions. We apologize for the inconvenience.​
...Explore Flowering Cherries Beyond the Tidal Basin
Beyond the Tidal Basin explores the remarkable beauty of ornamental cherry trees as well as the National Arboretum’s long history with them. This self-guided tour visits 40 sites spread out across 450 acres. Each tree is marked...
Temporary Closures for Herb Garden Improvements
Pardon our dust! Starting Monday, March 4, part of the National Herb Garden will be closed for about a month. We’ll be removing and replacing the pavers to create a safer, more pleasant environment for visitors. Although the main...