Gardens Are Essential — Help Yours Thrive
Arboretums and public gardens are living works of art, carefully designed with color, texture, and form to inspire and delight. They are living museums, preserving rare and important plant species. They are classrooms, sanctuaries, and celebration spaces, connecting people to nature, to one another, and to something larger than themselves.
Yakima Area Arboretum Hosts Historic National Scrollathon Event
The Yakima Area Arboretum was honored to be selected as the host site for the national Scrollathon art project on August 15, 2025, proudly representing both the City of Yakima and Washington State as part of the nationwide celebration of America’s 250th anniversary in...
Maribel & Ruben
About the CoupleMaribel and Ruben knew they were soulmates right away! From the moment they met, they recognized in each other the same personality, humor, interests, and caring attitudes. "I can truly say we are best friends" shared the bride. Seven years on, their...
Mirtha & Saul
About the CoupleMirtha and Saul's story began in college, where they connected through a shared group of friends. Over the course of their seven-year relationship, they enjoyed various activities together, from friendly volleyball matches to exploring different...
Kyleigh & Cody
About the CoupleMeet Kyleigh and Cody, childhood pals turned sweethearts. These two grew up on the same street, rode the same bus, and occasionally crossed paths at the park. Kyleigh, who had always seen Cody as a friend, had a change of heart during their sophomore...
Love Grows Here: Photo Contest
Eligibility This photo contest is open to individuals over the age of 18. Submitted photos with stories must be the sole property of individuals entering the contest. Contest Dates January 22nd-February 9th submissions will be accepted. February 10th they will be...
Anakaren & Sam
About the CoupleSam is known for his reserved nature, while Anakaren is boisterous and vivacious, always seeking out an audience. They became friends young and officially started dating in their senior year of high school. Anakaren light-heartedly recalls that when...
Drum Roll Please: We Have a New Agreement with the City of Yakima
After more than two years of work and multiple extensions, the City of Yakima and the Yakima Area Arboretum finally have a signed operations and maintenance agreement that both parties can agree on. The Yakima City Council approved the Agreement during their regular...
April is Invasive Plant Pest and Disease Awareness Month
The month of April has been declared Invasive Plant Pest and Disease Awareness Month by the United States Department of Agriculture. According to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack “Invasive species threaten our food security, agricultural livelihoods, and way of...
Year-end Campaign Supports New Winter Display Garden
We have some wonderful things planned for you in 2023, including, we hope, the installation of a brand new Winter Display Garden. The Winter Display Garden will be located on the west side of the Jewett Interpretive Center welcoming guests with a variety of colors and...