Elmhurst College: The Elmhurst College Arboretum

How It Began
The Arboretum began in 1966 as the vision of a friend and neighbor, Herbert Licht.

How It Grew
It started with one small oak. Today, it includes more than 600 species of trees and plants.

Going Green
When it comes to sustainable design, Elmhurst leads by example.

About the Online Arboretum
A guide to the online version of Elmhurst's arboretum

Interactive Map
Explore our plants and trees with our interactive map

Trees and Shrubs
From native shrubs to exotic trees, the Arboretum boasts more than 600 different species

Dedicated Trees
Click here for a list of dedicated trees, with honorees' names, approximate locations, and links to entries in the online arboretum's interactive map.

Get Involved
Donate a plant, adopt a tree, and more...

Glossary of Terms
From angiosperm to phyllotaxy, botanical terms defined.

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