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Cowling Arboretum

About the Arboretum

The Cowling Arboretum has a rich history, natural and restored habitat, and abundant species of plants and animals. Explore what the Arboretum has to offer.

  • History of the Arb

    A brief history of the arboretum.
  • Habitats and Habitat Management

    The Carleton Arb is located on a natural border between prairie and forest habitat. Included here are descriptions of the various habitats contained in Arboretum.
  • Plants and Animals

    Links to lists of fauna, flora, fish and fungi observed in the Carleton Arboretum.
  • Favorite Places in the Arboretum

    A collection of students’ and faculty’s favorite places.
  • Carleton College Cowling Arboretum
    • What's Happening Now in the Arb?
    • Arb Events
    • Arb Location & Maps
    • Visitor and Volunteer Information
    • About the Arboretum
      • History of the Arb
      • Habitats and Habitat Management
      • Plants and Animals
      • Favorite Places in the Arboretum
    • Student Information
    • Academic Experiences in the Arboretum
    • Programs, Publications and Resources
    • McKnight Prairie
    • Arboretum Staff

Carleton College Cowling Arboretum

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Arboretum Director: Nancy Braker
Arboretum Manager: Matthew Elbert
Research Supervisor: Mark McKone
Cowling Arboretum pages maintained by Nancy Braker
This page was last updated on 14 January 2026
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