Frelinghuysen Arboretum, Botanical garden and nature reserve in Morris Township, New Jersey
The Frelinghuysen Arboretum is a botanical garden covering about 127 acres in Morris Township with extensive collections of ornamental plantings. The property features grassed areas, spring-flowering shrubs, perennials, and gardens designed for summer blooms arranged across the landscape.
The property started as Whippany Farm, owned by George Griswold Frelinghuysen in the 1800s. Matilda Frelinghuysen later transformed it into a public botanical garden open to the community.
Summer concerts on the Great Lawn bring visitors together in a garden setting for outdoor entertainment. Educational programs here teach children about plants and growing things through hands-on projects.
The arboretum is located on East Hanover Avenue and is open daily without admission fees. Designated parking areas are available on-site, and visitors should wear comfortable shoes as exploring the gardens involves walking through various zones.
The Braille Nature Trail lets visitors who are blind or have low vision explore plants through touch and other senses. This special path winds through a wooded hollow, making botanical exploration possible for everyone.
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