History
History/ Accomplishments
- Idea germinated in fall 1997
- First tree planting in April 1998
- Millennium gift to the City of Erie
- Over 300 new trees planted representing over 225 tree varieties
- Two information kiosks
- Outdoor classroom/ amphitheater
- Virtual Tree gazebo
- Existing walkway renovation including bridge replacement
- Installation of new bridge at east end of park
- Base electrical system and lighting of structures
- Drip irrigation system
- 10 recycling trash receptacles
- Drainage system to enhance recreational activities and reduce erosion
- Pruning of existing trees and brush removal
- Arbor Day program for 5th grade students
- Annual LEAF Festivals in September
- Arts at the Arboretum performance series each summer
- Summer adult education programs
- Pruning seminars
- Numerous park clean-ups
- Labyrinth Construction summer of 2004
- Pathway linking Seaway Trail to Bayfront Bikeway summer 2004
- Additional path construction creating continuous loop around arboretum perimeter
- 113 trees sponsored/ over 180 trees available for sponsorship
- 13 teak benches sponsored/ 5 benches available for sponsorship
- Over $900,000 in park improvements as of Summer 2005"