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Carleton publishes book celebrating 100th anniversary of Cowling Arboretum Outside link
30 April 2026The book is co-authored by Ingrid Case ’90 and Nat Case ’88, with contributions from Indigenous community partner Franky Jackson.
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Mill Towns Bike Trail Construction Continues: Arboretum Trail and Parking Lot Closures
1 December 2025Construction crews for the Mill Towns Bike Trail continue to make progress on the section of the trail through Northfield, including along the east edge of the Arboretum. Construction of…
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Mill Towns Bike Trail Update and Arboretum Trail Closures
23 September 2025The Mill Towns Bike Trail, planned to connect Faribault and Cannon Falls, is becoming more obvious in Northfield. Construction of the segment of the trail that passes along the edge…
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Fire is often perceived as a destructive force, evoking images of power and harm. Many hold this understandable belief that fire, with its destructive nature, can only bring damage to…
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Volunteering in the Arboretum
3 April 2024Are you aiming to spend more time in nature or perhaps fulfill your New Year’s resolution of becoming more involved in your community? If you resonate with any of these…
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Mill Towns State Bike Trail Development
27 March 2024In an exciting development for both outdoor enthusiasts and the local community, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (MNDNR) is spearheading the expansion of the Mill Towns State Bike Trail.…
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Poisonous Plant Alert!
16 May 2011Wild Parsnip, Pastinaca sativa, is an invasive, non-native plant growing abundantly in portions of the Arboretum and in some of the un-mowed areas on campus such as around Lyman Lakes. While Arboretum and Grounds staff are working to control this plant, it is important that Arb users be aware of possible health risks.
