What the first Euro-American settlers saw: Important Trees of the Bluegrass
What the first Euro-American settlers saw: Important Trees of the Bluegrass
In-PersonLearn about trees that witnessed the arrival of European settlers into the Bluegrass.
Last Revised: Aug 26th, 2025
Event Description
In view of the 250th anniversary of Euro-American settlement of Lexington, this tree walk at the UK Arboretum will highlight important trees that greeted the first settlers that came through the Bluegrass. These were their witness trees, the indicators of rich soil, the shade trees for their pastures, and the sources of wood, nuts, medicine, and feed. Although the Bluegrass region was rapidly transformed as the population grew, its trees are still here in hedgerows, parks, yards, and forest remnants.
This event is a tree walk hosted by Rob Paratley at The Arboretum. we will meet in front of the Visitor's Center and proceed from there.
This event is Free! Registration is limited.
To register, please email The Arboretum at arboretum@uky.edu or call us at 859-257-6955
Part of the Lexington Tree Week.
