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Cylburn Arboretum Tour Information

Cylburn Arboretum Friends is the non-profit organization that has been partnering with the City of Baltimore since 1954 to maintain the grounds and gardens at Cylburn. Our commitment to the Baltimore community is to support the Arboretum through stewardship and educational programming. The Arboretum offers a wide range of enriching opportunities for exploration and learning, welcoming visitors of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities. If you’re interested in a group tour, you can choose from three options:

1. History and Heritage- Learn about the history of Cylburn Mansion, the evolution of the site from private estate to public park, and the work of Cylburn Arboretum Friends over the decades.

2. Nature and Ecology- Explore the forested trails of Cylburn while learning about the ecological systems that make this urban green space so unique.

3. Horticulture and Garden Design- Discover the beauty and seasonal highlights of our themed gardens and tree collections.

Tour Information:

  • Tours last approximately 1 hour and must be scheduled in advance.
  • To arrange a tour, please email us at info@cylburn.org
  • Groups are welcome to explore the rest of Cylburn Arboretum before or after their scheduled tour.
  • The cost is $8 per person for groups of 20 or more. Groups with fewer than 20 people pay a minimum flat fee of $150.
  • Tours are designed for adult groups, including garden clubs, senior groups, civic organizations, and professional associations.
  • Garden Clubs with a current Cylburn Arboretum Friends (CAF) membership are eligible for one complimentary annual tour as a membership benefit.

We look forward to welcoming your group and sharing the beauty and stories of Cylburn Arboretum with you!

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Over the next few weeks, we are taking a closer lo Over the next few weeks, we are taking a closer look at Cylburn’s five City Demonstration Gardens, each designed to showcase the possibilities of a typical Baltimore rowhome’s yard. These gardens are meant to display the varied and sometimes surprising potential for gardening in the city. 

The fourth City Demonstration Garden was designed by Form Garden Design as a multisensory refuge from the fast pace of city life. This garden, titled Senses and Stillness seeks to engage all 5 senses for those visiting and offers a space full of discoveries. Walk down the curving pathway and find a serene bench where you can enjoy the scent of blooming lavender, the gentle sound of a fountain, and dappled sunlight peeking through the leaves of the green hawthorn (Crataegus viridis) and chinese juniper (Juniperus chinensis)  trees overhead. The fountain you see in this garden is actually a repurposed piece of the old Cylburn estate. As you sit, keep your eyes and ears open– you might be surprised to see wildlife come in and enjoy the quiet space alongside you. 

Follow along as we continue to explore all five gardens and visit them at Cylburn to gather ideas for your own green space!
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