"Trees are poems that the earth writes upon the sky. - Kahlil Gibran"

Arboretum (ar' be re' tem); noun. A place where trees are cultivated for scientific purposes.

Mission Statement

The Arboretum at Penn State Mont Alto, established by the Pennsylvania State Forest Academy in 1903, is a living, historic collection and outdoor classroom that exists to promote the aesthetic, educational, and research values of woody plants for present and future generations.

Interactive Map

Discover exciting trees within the Arboretum at Penn State Mont Alto through this Interactive Map hosted and designed by Bartlett Tree Experts!

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Support the Arboretum

Trees provide us with so much it is only fitting that we should give back. Find out more about how you can ensure the health and vigor of the Arboretum’s specimens.

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