• Connecting People to Nature for Over 60 Years

    Discover how the vision of Stanley W Hayes turned into a legacy of environmental stewardship.

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  • How To Find Wonder in Winter

    Discover 5 ways to find joy in your winter wanderings.

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  • Tree Observations Used in Scientific Article

    Data collected at Hayes Arboretum is making a difference.

    News from Hayes

  • New Certification for Hayes Arb

    Hayes Arboretum was awarded a Level II Accreditation through ArbNet.

    News from Hayes

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View fullsize Thank you to everyone that joined us for our annual Hot Chocolate event at Hayes Arb! We enjoyed the company and stories you had to share 💚 Thank you again to the Richmond Starbucks for their generous donations and to the @richmondmeltdown for lett
View fullsize The coffee, hot chocolate, and tea are following ☕️ Stop by for free hot drinks and enjoy the warmth of the Nature Center. Today 10am-2pm. #richmondmeltdown
View fullsize The weather outside may be frigid cold, but our Bird Watching Room is nice and toasty. Stop by Saturday for free hot chocolate and coffee from 10-2pm ☕️ The first 50 people will receive free reusable cups to take home. Thank you to the Richmond St
View fullsize "A silent forest on a snowy day is like a secret garden that fills one's soul" -Robbie George #Winter #Forest #Snow #Nature
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