Thanks to generous donations, dedicated volunteers, and passionate student leaders, we have made remarkable strides in planting new trees, enhancing campus landscapes, and creating opportunities for hands-on learning.

Help support the growth of Arboretum and its programs and ability to serve the public! Apply to be an Assistant Director of Development on behalf of the Arboretum and Public Garden

Volunteer Steward work "miracles" in the Arboretum and Public Garden through their self-led work.

Arboretum and Public Garden volunteers John and Lynne Morgan generously shared photos of and information about their home garden.

The Arboretum and Public Garden is one of ten campus collections participating in UC Davis Biodiversity Museum Day. This year, we invite you to experience the best of both worlds: spend your morning exploring the fascinating indoor museums, then head outdoors in the afternoon to enjoy the Arboretum and Public Garden’s vibrant, nature-filled exhibits.

Mark your calendar! The 14th annual UC Davis Biodiversity Museum Day is set for Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025

The UC Davis Arboretum and Public Garden is recruiting community members to join its dedicated team of gardening volunteers in 2025!

Kathleen Socolofsky, assistant vice chancellor and director of the UC Davis Arboretum and Public Garden, has received the Lifetime Achievement Stewardship Award at the UC Davis Foundation Board’s 2024 Faculty and Staff Stewardship Awards Luncheon on October 19.

The Arboretum Waterway reached another key milestone in its ongoing restoration with water beginning to be reintroduced.

The UC Davis Arboretum Waterway Flood Protection and Habitat Enhancement project is nearing a major milestone, with earthwork and infrastructure set to finish in 2024—months ahead of schedule.