Lockerly Arboretum

Lockerly Arboretum is a botanical garden in Milledgeville with sections displaying azaleas, camellias, conifers, hollies, rhododendrons, and viburnums across its landscaped grounds. Pathways connect different plant collections organized by species and growing conditions.

Rose Hill mansion at the center was built in 1852 by Judge Daniel Tucker and later recognized on the National Register of Historic Places in 2017. The historic house anchors the site and reflects the property's past as a private estate.

The grounds hold meaning for the region as a space where people learn about plants and nature through guided walks and seasonal displays. The site has become a gathering place where locals connect with the natural world around them.

The grounds are open on weekdays and also on Saturdays during warmer months for visitors to explore. Wear comfortable shoes for walking the paths and plan time to wander through the different sections at a leisurely pace.

The grounds shelter several trees recognized as State Champions, among the largest of their species in the state. One ancient bald cypress section demonstrates the remarkable lifespans that certain trees can achieve.