About
The Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden is a unique 127-acre botanical garden and historical site located in what was the heart of the historic Rancho Santa Anita in the city of Arcadia.
Land Acknowledgement
The County of Los Angeles recognizes that we occupy land originally and still inhabited and cared for by the Tongva, Tataviam, Serrano, Kizh, and Chumash Peoples
Mission
Our mission is to cultivate our natural, horticultural, and historic resources for learning, enjoyment, and inspiration.
Strategic Plan
Our vision is to be one of the world's truly great arboreta and botanic gardens--the garden that best reflects Southern California's distinct climate, community and openness to new ideas.
Contact Us
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Annual Report 2025
A year in review: July 1, 2024-June 30, 2025
Governance
The Arboretum is jointly operated by the Los Angeles Arboretum Foundation and the Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation.
Arboretum Magazine Archive
Previous issues of Exploring the Arboretum, a special publication for Arboretum members.
Working at the Arboretum
Please check here for openings.
