The Arboretum and Gardens at Tanglewood Park showcases plants that grow in Forsyth County, NC. The Arboretum is managed by North Carolina Cooperative Extension, Forsyth County Center, in partnership with Forsyth County Parks and Recreation and Extension Master Gardenerâ„  Volunteers. The Arboretum is open to the public during the normal operating hours of Tanglewood Park.

Monthly educational classes are offered at the Arboretum.

Arboretum Mission

The Arboretum and Gardens at Tanglewood Park strives to provide a quality horticultural destination that inspires an appreciation and understanding of the relationship between people and plants.

Arboretum Vision

Through both passive and active educational programs, the Arboretum will provide education for community members to learn more about gardening and landscaping in the Piedmont region of North Carolina. Educational programs will be provided for a diverse audience, including youth and adults, home gardeners and commercial horticulture entities.

N.C. Cooperative Extension, Forsyth County Center, works in partnership with Arboretum volunteers to offer regular educational programming. For details on upcoming classes related to the Arboretum, visit: go.ncsu.edu/tanglewood_arboretum_education.

See the Arboretum and Gardens at Tanglewood Park brochure

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