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The Holden Arboretum now open to the public

The Holden Arboretum in Kirtland officially reopened to to the public on May 28.
“We are excited to reopen our gardens and walking and hiking trails,” said Jill Koski, president and CEO of Holden Forests and Gardens.  “We are all in need of rejuvenation and a respite, and there’s no better and safer way to do this than by surrounding yourself with the beauty and wonder of nature.”

The decision to reopen is being guided by Governor Mike DeWine and Dr. Amy Acton and Responsible Restart Ohio.  As we welcome back visitors to the Arboretum, we will continue to adhere to the public health guidelines provided by federal, state, and local authorities.

New advance purchase, timed-entry tickets are required to visit the Holden Arboretum.  To purchase a timed ticket to the Arboretum, visit holdenarb.org.  Adult tickets are $15 and children three and up $10.  Kids under 3 are free.  Arboretum hours are Tuesday through Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.  The Arboretum closes at 5 p.m.  Tickets are on sale now.
 
Ohio public health guidelines
As we welcome the public to the arboretum grounds, we will continue to adhere to the public health guidelines provided by federal, state, and local authorities.

The following public health measures outlined by the state of Ohio Department of Public Health are in place for the foreseeable future for the safety and comfort of our members and staff.
  • If you’d like to visit with others, please limit your guests to people you live with. The maximum group size when visiting the grounds is 10 people.
  • Visitors are encouraged to wear a mask or facial covering when visiting the grounds.
  • Please comply with the state mandated six-foot physical distancing rule.
The Arboretum needs visitors to help us to remain open.  Please follow the Ohio Department of Public Health guidelines so that we can continue to provide access to the arboretum grounds for exercise, relaxation, and enjoyment of nature.
Please check holdenarb.org and cbgarden.org regularly as visitation guidelines may change.