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Friends of Pastorius Park (FOPP): Arboretum Dedication and Guided Walking Tour by Rob Fleming
April 26 | 9:00 am-April 27 | 11:00 am
Pastorius Park has been awarded a Level 1 Arboretum Accreditation by The ArbNet Arboretum Accreditation Program. This achievement was made possible by the efforts of Friends of Pastorius Park (FOPP), marking a significant milestone in its commitment to environmental stewardship and preservation at Pastorius Park. The Park is also now recognized as an accredited arboretum in the Morton Register of Arboreta, a database of the world’s arboreta and gardens dedicated to woody plants.
In celebration of this important milestone, a formal dedication will occur on Friday, April 26, as part of FOPP’s annual Arbor Day activities, followed by a guided park tour with Rob Fleming on Saturday, April 27.
Friday, April 26, 2024
• Arboretum Dedication (9:00 AM)
• Professional Tree Care Operations (9:15 AM – 12:15 PM)
Saturday, April 27, 2024
• Guided Park Tour with Rob Fleming in partnership with the Chestnut Hill Conservancy (10:00 am). Advanced registration is required for this guided tour.
Register at: visit friendsofpastorius.org/event/historic-walking-tour.