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Join us in celebrating National Arbor Day with the new Arboretum Collaborative!
Join us for Arbor Day–inspired activities that celebrate creativity, community and the natural environment. Oklahoma Contemporary, Red Ridge Nature Preserve, Mollie Spencer Farm, and Park House will host a variety of hands-on experiences designed to inspire curiosity, encourage making and connect visitors of all ages with the beauty and importance of trees and the outdoors.
View other Arboretum Collective Arbor Day events below!
Oklahoma Contemporary
Oklahoma Contemporary
11 a.m.–12 p.m. Saturday, April 25
11 NW 11th Street, Oklahoma City
Help our feathered friends! Visitors will build and paint a birdhouse inspired by Oklahoma Contemporary’s iconic façade. The birdhouse project will take place at Campbell Art Park, next to the Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center. Please meet at North Broadway Drive and Northwest 11th Street. Free public event! Space is limited to twenty-five guests. Best suited for children and caregivers. The campus is highly accessible. Thank you for supporting the trees!
Red Ridge Nature Preserve
Red Ridge Nature Preserve
1–2:30 p.m. Friday, April 24
5500 N Lincoln Boulevard, Oklahoma City
Be among the first guests to visit Red Ridge Nature Preserve and take part in an honorary tree planting. Nature comes first at Red Ridge, and we are proud to protect and preserve this special habitat for the benefit of plants and wildlife. Free event with registration! Best suited for adults. Please note that many areas may have uneven terrain.
Mollie Spencer Farm
Mollie Spencer Farm
9–10:30 a.m. Saturday, April 25
1001 Garth Brooks Boulevard, Yukon
Join us at Mollie Spencer Farm to celebrate trees and honeybees! Enjoy a nature walk and a tree talk with the Oklahoma Department of Forestry and visit our friendly farm animals in the petting barn, along with our new aviary. Nature comes alive at the farm, and we look forward to welcoming you! This is a free event with registration limited to sixty participants. All ages are welcome! Please note that some trail areas may have uneven terrain.
Park House
Park House
5:30–7 p.m. Thursday, April 23
1800 West Wilshire Boulevard, Nichols Hills
Join us for a George Washington-themed drinks party for children and adults at Park House in celebration of America’s 250th year. Guests will learn about our Founding Father’s passion for tree cultivation and love of the environment and enjoy versions of his favorite drink, The Cherry Bounce. Guests will also have the opportunity to experience the outdoor sculpture Cloud City by artist Tomas Saraceno. This is a free event and registration is limited. Ages five and up. Please note uneven surfaces and lots of steps. Light refreshments and snacks will be served.
Green Light!
The new Arboretum Collaborative champions trees! We promote nature conservation and advocate for tree planting and habitat preservation in central Oklahoma. A healthy planet depends on our collective efforts to protect native forests. Trees provide thermal refuge in a world filled with glass and stone. Whether large or small, trees help keep our cities cool and offer food and shelter for wildlife. The Arboretum Collaborative brings together member organizations to advance, conserve, and protect nature and biodiversity. The collaborative also:
- Encourages the use of native plants that are well-suited to thrive in their natural habitat
- Promotes planting trees that support wildlife by providing food and shelter
- Supports events focused on tree planting, conservation, and habitat restoration
Healing Through Nature: The Eleanor B. Kirkpatrick Garden and Great Lawn, opening in 2027 at SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital’s new west entrance, will create a healing green space that honors the longstanding affiliation of the Kirkpatrick family and St. Anthony. Designed as a peaceful sanctuary, the area will feature shaded seating, walking paths, and calming landscaping to support whole-person care. St. Anthony also plans to use the Garden and Great Lawn as a small arboretum, offering a vegetation map for self-guided walks and occasional expert-led tours. These activities will encourage outdoor wellness and help patients, families, staff, and community members learn about campus plant life. Additional educational outreach, including school tours and new partnerships, will further extend the Garden and Great Lawn’s impact beyond the hospital campus.
