On the whisper bench at Scott Arboretum: Joanie, Kristin, Kathy (instructor), Robin, Debra, Sabrina, Becky, Me, Maureen, Mariana, Carol (holding Madeline, Lorraine (Josephine), and Jennifer and Roann on ground.

Measuring a Catalpa tree.

The Woodlands on the Schuykill River in Philadelphia was originally the William Hamilton Estate.

The 54 acre,19th century rural cemetery,  in University City, was designated a National Historic Landmark District. 

To the right is a Zelkova Tree and below the barn.

Final Charrette 
Pass through the gates and into an alee of trees to reinforce the formal entrance and emphasis the definition of an arboretum:  a place with a variety of woody plants, cultivated for exhibition and education. 
Position the artistic, stenciled metal sign so that it is visible as soon as you enter as a reminder of the art once housed in the gallery building, set the tone for the unique specimens to be viewed, and draw the visitor forward.
Establish a perimeter walk to connect the two sides of the driveway.
Keep the perennials in the formal garden and the herbs in the medicinal garden.

A real treat to tour the inside of the house full of traditional American furniture and arts.