Arbor Day Event and Walking Tour

Celebrate Arbor Day at Bellefontaine Cemetery and Arboretum! On Friday, April 24, Bellefontaine Cemetery and Arboretum, Missouri’s first Level III Accredited Arboretum—one of only 55+ worldwide—invites you to a special Arbor Day event open to all! From 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., dedicated horticulture staff will be at a table near the Willow Entrance, offering a unique opportunity to acquire a complimentary tree sapling! Bellefontaine Cemetery and Arboretum has 200 tree saplings to give away, ranging from oaks to walnuts and pecans, to persimmons and serviceberries. Take home a piece of our arboreal heritage and help us grow our urban forest! Enhance your Arbor Day experience with one of our complimentary walking tour! Embark on a guided exploration of the esteemed Magnolia collection. This 10:00 a.m. tour, led by James, will commence at the Willow Gatehouse, with a brief caravan to the picturesque Magnolia Hill. Please note: Participation for this tour is limited to 30 people, allowing for a personalized experience. Sign up now! ♦ A limited number of registrations for the tour are available so reservations are required. ♦ Please wear appropriate walking attire. ♦ We ask that everyone arrive between 15 to 20 minutes before tour time for a prompt departure. ♦ Tours are free; however donations to the Friends of Bellefontaine Cemetery are gratefully accepted.