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September 4, 2026
New Species of Diatom Discovered in Stebbins Gulch
Walking along a rocky creek at the bottom of a steep, shady canyon, ancient trees towering overhead, a surprising coolness on the breeze — a traveler might feel like they’re... more
August 27, 2026
Mable Mead
Return to Skeleton Grove page You’ve Found Your Skeleton Sidekick!Mable Mead You are a natural caretaker and community builder. Like Mable, you’re the kind of person who brings people together,... more
August 27, 2026
Olivia Treasureleaf
Return to Skeleton Grove page You’ve Found Your Skeleton Sidekick!Olivia Treasureleaf You have a gift for noticing the little things. Like Olivia, you’re curious, thoughtful, and always discovering treasures that... more
August 27, 2026
Ophelia Moonmire
Return to Skeleton Grove page You’ve Found Your Skeleton Sidekick!Ophelia Moonmire You’re wise, intuitive, and comfortable marching to the beat of your own drum. Like Ophelia, you prefer meaningful conversations... more
August 27, 2026
Scarlet Beebalm
Return to Skeleton Grove page You’ve Found Your Skeleton Sidekick!Scarlet Beebalm You bring color wherever you go. Like Scarlet, you’re expressive, passionate, and constantly finding inspiration in the world around... more
August 27, 2026
Popular Skeleton Grove Exhibit Returns to Holden Arboretum for a Season of Fall Color and Events
(KIRTLAND) August 27, 2026 – When it comes to fall, the Holden Arboretum has it all! The season commences with the return of Skeleton Grove on Saturday, September 19,featuring over a dozen towering 12-foot-tall skeletons decorated by local artists,... more
August 26, 2026
Brandon Alveshere
Dr. Brandon Alveshere is a forest ecologist and conservationist with over 10 years of experience studying the effects of pests, pathogens, disturbances, and management on northern temperate forests. He serves... more
Skeleton Grove Artist Meet & Greet
Get the first look at Skeleton Grove! Friday, September 18, 5:00-7:30pm$15 per member, $25 per nonmember Meet some of the creative minds behind this year’s Skeleton Grove exhibit. Get a... more
Printing with Tetra Pak
Learn to repurpose food packaging to make art! more
August 21, 2026
In Northeast Ohio Urban Parks, Native Trees Do Just As Well As a Non-Native, New Study Shows
By Anna Funk, PhD, Science Communications Specialist
♫ Hot town, summer in the city. ♫ When it’s hot out, city centers are even hotter, thanks to all the concrete, asphalt, and machinery. This well-established heat island effect... more
August 4, 2026
Meet Our Summer Interns
Each summer, Holden Forests & Gardens welcomes talented interns who bring curiosity, passion, and fresh perspectives to our work. From conservation and forestry to horticulture and soil science, these students... more
Stream Study
Grades 5-12
$10 per student
Holden Arboretum
Students will investigate the biotic (living) and abiotic (non-living) components of a river and discover how plants, animals, water, and habitat interact to create a healthy ecosystem. Through hands-on field... more
July 30, 2026
Meet Carlo Moreno, Holden’s Newest Scientist
By Anna Funk, PhD, Science Communications Specialist
In Akron, Ohio, a community garden called Akron Cooperative Farms sits on land that was once used as baseball fields. Many of the gardeners there are immigrants and refugees from... more
BLOOMSTATE
Welcome to BLOOMSTATE CLEVELAND BOTANICAL GARDEN | SEPTEMBER 11 Join us for an unforgettable night of electronic music in one of Cleveland’s most unique venues. Five dynamic artists, premium production,... more
July 20, 2026
Award-Winning Research Reveals How Wildflowers May Struggle Under Climate Change
By Anna Funk, PhD, Science Communications Specialist
In Ohio, we think of fall as the end of the growing season. But for many California wildflowers, fall is a beginning. From the deserts of Southern California to the... more
Lunch & Learn: Saving Seeds for Spring
Saving seeds is an economical and joyful way to renew the beauty of your garden. They also make great gifts! Join Assistant Curator Alex Faidiga and Holden Seed Bank Manager... more
July 9, 2026
Hundreds of Community-Created Textile Sculptures Transform Holden Arboretum This Summer
KIRTLAND, Ohio (July 9, 2026) Holden Forests & Gardens will debut Woven Landscapes, at The Holden Arboretum on July 18, showcasing a large-scale outdoor art installation created through a unique... more
June 23, 2026
Welcome to the Conifer Concierge Desk As your Conifer Concierge and resident conehead, Ethan has selected 12 conifers around the Arboretum that highlight these trees’ diversity. Head to the locations... more
Grounded & Glowing
A morning of movement, wellness and connection! Flow through group classes, shop and glow up with health & beauty experience stations, and intentionally meet like-minded women for friendship! Age: 18+Price:... more
June 11, 2026
It’s Poppin: June 11
By Alexandra Faidiga, Plant Collections Manager
It’s hot out there, but that won’t stop our plants from poppin’! The hot, dry weather we’ve had for the past couple of weeks means we are doing supplemental watering... more
Northeast Ohio Daylily Society Show
Date & Time: Saturday, July 11, noon-4pmPrice: Included with admission Join us for the Northeast Ohio Daylily Society’s Show. A variety of beautiful daylilies to be displayed in a judged... more
June 4, 2026
Cleveland Botanical Garden Rings in Summer with a Series of Engaging Events & Exhibits
(CLEVELAND) June 4, 2026 – The Cleveland Botanical Garden is in full bloom this summer, offering a season packed with vibrant gardens, exciting new events, family-friendly activities, and special free-admission opportunities. From colorful seasonal displays... more
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