GIVE TO THE ARBORETUM
The Arboretum continues to grow and bloom because of donors like you!
With your generosity, we offer educational programming, conserve Kentucky's native ecosystems, showcase beautiful floral displays and serve as a destination for those in our community and beyond to enjoy.
All gifts are 100% tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Your gift to any of three Arboretum funds can be completed online
Choose from:
- Arboretum Development Fund
- Dorotha Smith Oatts Visitor Center Renovation Fund
- Dorotha Smith Oatts Endowment Fund
Visitor Information:
- The Arboretum grounds and outdoor restrooms are open from 8 am to 9 pm daily. Visitor Center remains CLOSED.
- Paths,etc. are NOT cleared during inclement weather-use caution
- Face coverings or masks are strongly encouraged, especially when you cannot maintain 6 - 10 feet of social distance between yourself and others (visitors and staff).
Those wishing to use our grounds for a UK-sponsored event must submit a request at least 2 weeks in advance to UK Event Managment Services https://meetatbigblue.uky.edu/ . If you want to use the grounds for a class or group visit, you must complete our class/visiting group form.
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