We are extremely grateful to all our FONA members! Their stalwart support allows us to be so successful in connecting people to the National Arboretum.

We are particularly grateful for the time our members have spent with us in-person this year. We hosted a full calendar events this year which brought over 9,000 people to the Arboretum.

We greatly enjoy sharing the Arboretum with our members and the entire DC community through our plant sales and seasonal festivals, movies and performances, 5K races, Washington Youth Garden events, and other unique experiences. Thank you all!

Becoming a FONA member this Giving Tuesday, November 29th, is the best way to support our work. Join, renew, or gift a membership today to lock in 2022 rates before they increase on January 1st, 2023.

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The Arboretum is open on Thanksgiving Day (and every day of the year except Christmas) from 8 AM to 5 PM. Come visit during the holidays!

Discover something new during your visit. Check out the Arboretum's self-guided tours and seasonal highlights by downloading the Arboretum's mobile app (iOS or Android).

Shop with FONA this holiday and directly support our work! When you buy your Christmas tree, holiday greenery, or gifts at our Christmas Tree Sale on December 3rd or Winter Festival on December 10th, a portion of your purchase is donated to FONA.

Pre-order your tree and greenery now and pick it up at either the Christmas Tree Sale, the Winter Festival, or have it delivered straight to your home. You must select "Friends of the National Arboretum" as the fundraising partner at checkout to ensure your purchase supports FONA.

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Give the gift of FONA this holiday by purchasing our 2022 Arboretum Christmas ornament. This year's ornament features Berry Bird and the Capitol Columns, as seen from the Washington Youth Garden.

You can purchase your ornament at either holiday event on December 3rd or 10th. FONA members will receive a discount!

We are honored by the trust organizations like Catalogue for Philanthropy,GuideStar, and Great Nonprofits have in our work. We are committed to being transparent with our supporters so we can continue making meaningful change in our community together. Click on each badge to learn more.

Christmas Tree Sale

December 3, 10 AM - 4 PM

Shop holiday greenery

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Winter Festival

December 10, 10 AM - 4 PM

Local vendors, holiday greenery, & free family activities

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Forest Bathing

Various dates and times

Meditation and mindfulness

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