The Rowan University Arboretum explores the wonders of our environment by leveraging our campus trees as a resource for education, research, and University outreach.

Our mission is to curate an accessible living laboratory for students and visitors to explore the interconnectedness of plants, animals, people, and the environment to inspire new learning, research, and creative ideas. This mission stems from our belief that the best way to create meaningful change is through developing curiosity and empathy for our environment and each other. 

The arboretum team seeks to inspire visitors of all ages to explore their local community, learn about its history and biological diversity, and discover connections that generate new, creative research paths. We hope to inspire course collaborations, new campus events, and an increased public awareness of Rowan University’s environmental stewardship. In addition, we encourage guests to learn about our campus trees and explore questions about the history and lives of the Lenni-Lenape people, whose traditional land includes our campus.