A Nature Sanctuary in the
Heart of Germantown
Tucked away in the historic Germantown neighborhood of Northwest Philadelphia, Awbury Arboretum is a vibrant landscape with a rich history. Once the private enclave of an extended Quaker family, Awbury Arboretum has been open to the public free of charge as a public park and arboretum for over 100 years. Its 56-acre historic landscape now stands as a green oasis in a densely populated urban environment.
Nature, history, and community intersect at Awbury, and the Awbury Arboretum Association is committed to stewarding the relationships between these three pillars of our mission, and continuing to tell its story.
Please take some time to explore the Arboretum online, and then come experience it in person. We know you’ll be glad you did.
The grounds of Awbury are free and open to the public every day, dawn to dusk. Click here to learn more about hours and admission.
Awbury Arboretum’s Annual fundraising Gala is a highly anticipated event that brings together supporters and nature enthusiasts for an unforgettable evening in support of the Arboretum’s mission to preserve and promote the history of the natural landscape. The Gala takes place in the beautiful and picturesque setting of Awbury Arboretum, located in the Germantown neighborhood of Philadelphia.
Arboretum Features
The Francis Cope House
The Cope House is home to Awbury’s art gallery, programming, event space, and administrative offices.
AdventureWoods
AdventureWoods is a natural materials playground space located in Awbury’s Secret Garden.
The Farm at Awbury
From gardening to goat walks, festivals, workshops, cooperative farming, and much more, there’s always more to discover at The Farm.
Pond & Meadows
Awbury’s ponds reflect the plan of landscape architect Arthur Cowell and connect to the Wingohocking Creek, creating a wetland habitat.
2023 is the Year of Trees at Awbury!
Join us for special speakers, tree ID walks, and other themed events, and check out our Tree of the Month blog!
What Is An Arboretum?
To be more specific, an arboretum is a place that has intentionally preserved specific trees and shrubs for educational and scientific purposes. At Awbury Arboretum, visitors are welcome to view and study the specimens in our plant collection at any time during open hours, free of charge. Awbury also provides educational classes and events for all ages with a mission to connect our community to the Arboretum’s landscape.
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Maps Of Awbury Arboretum
