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Oct 26, 2022

National Arboretum Eagles Are Back, Preparing Their Love Nest

If you need any sign that cuffing season has officially begun, look no further than the Earth Conservation Corps’ bald eagle camera.

Apr 04, 2022

10 Virtual And IRL Things To Do Around D.C. This Week

A film festival all about adventure, a concert to benefit Ukraine, free ice cream, and all-you-can-eat pancakes await you in D.C. this week.

Feb 18, 2022

After A Bitter Breakup, National Arboretum Bald Eagles Welcome New Egg

Mr. President has mated with his new lady, LOTUS, after his longtime mate First Lady flew the nest last year.

Oct 02, 2021

Your 2021 Guide To Leaf Peeping In The D.C. Region

There are lots of opportunities to see fall colors in the D.C. area, whether you stay local or take a road trip.

Mar 02, 2021

Drama At The National Arboretum’s Bald Eagle Nest: A Younger Lady Bird Has Taken Over

The First Lady, one of the National Arboretum’s beloved bald eagles, has been chased off by a younger female. Since then, the First Lady’s longtime squeeze and his hot new dish have been spotted nuzzling one another, sharing food and working on the nest.

Jul 16, 2019

It’s Time To Appreciate D.C.’s Colorful Crape Myrtles

They’re not nearly as popular as the District’s celebrated cherry trees, but they’re easily as colorful, and can be found nearly everywhere in the city.

Jun 26, 2019

Where To Find The Most Unusual Trees In D.C.

There’s a nearly 400-year-old bonsai, a tree planted by Frederick Douglass, and a few giant sequoias.

Mar 28, 2019

Peak Bloom May Be Fleeting, But It Lasts A Little Longer At The National Arboretum

There’s less of a hubbub and you can find trees in bloom for a much longer period than at the Tidal Basin, which only hits peak prettiness for anywhere from four to 10 days.

Nov 06, 2018

‘It’s Too Beautiful Of A Gem To Keep Hidden’: Movement To Reopen National Arboretum’s Original Gate Gains Steam

But a number of unresolved budgetary and design concerns may make the reopening of the M Street gate a lengthy process.

Sep 12, 2017

The Original Gate To The Arboretum Has Been Closed For 25 Years. Is It Time To Reopen It?

“It’d just be a huge benefit for the residents of Carver Langston, Trinidad, Kingman Park, and the larger Capitol Hill area to be able to access such an amazing green space on foot or by bike.”

 
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