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Discover over 100 acres of East Texas beauty where towering trees, vibrant gardens, winding trails, and rich pioneer history invite you to connect with nature and community.

11/06/2026

🌿 Find your strength and peace surrounded by nature! 🧘‍♀️

Join us for Integration Pilates Mat Class at the East Texas Arboretum and take your fitness routine outdoors. Breathe in the fresh air and enjoy a wonderful workout under the grand pavilion.
* When: Every Friday at 9:30 AM
* Where: East Texas Arboretum & Botanical Society
1601 Patterson Road, Athens, TX 75751
* Cost: $10.00 (includes access to the arboretum for the day)
* What to bring: BYOM (Bring Your Own Mat)

Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, all levels are welcome. Tag a friend you'd love to work out with this week, and we will see you on the mat! 💚

11/04/2026

We are officially one week away from our annual Veterans Day Program at the East Texas Arboretum & Botanical Society! 🇺🇸✨

🎉A huge shoutout and thank you to the Veteran volunteers of A.F. S.N. with the Solar Turbines Inc. in Mabank for helping us get the Henderson County Veterans Memorial cleaned up and planted for the big day!

We also want to extend our heartfelt thanks to Atmos Energy for providing food, Athens Christian Preparatory Academy for their performance, and the Athens, TX VFW -Post 7103- for providing our keynote speaker and programming. We deeply appreciate all of our partners and volunteers who make this meaningful event possible!

🇺🇲Join us on November 11, 2026, at 11:00 AM to honor our veterans. We hope to see you there!

📍 1601 Patterson Road, Athens, TX 74651

10/28/2026

10/27/2026

We are continuing to work diligently behind the scenes to reopen as soon as possible! While we won't be able to open at 9:00 AM, progress is being made and we anticipate a quick resolution.
Thank you so much for your patience and understanding. Please check back here for the most current updates before heading over!

10/27/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Harvest Festival at the ETX Arboretum! 🍁 It was a incredible day full of community, fun, and fall vibes.
We’re so grateful to LW Design for documenting these beautiful moments! 📸✨

Did you snap any great photos while you were there? Tag us or share them in the comments!

10/25/2026

📢 **Notice of Temporary Closure**

The East Texas Arboretum & Botanical Society will be closed today, Sunday, October 25, 2026.

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience and understanding. We will share updates regarding our reopening status as soon as possible.

Our hope is to have the situation resolved in time to reopen on Tuesday, October 27, 2026. Please note that the Arboretum is regularly closed on Mondays.

Thank you for your continued support of the East Texas Arboretum & Botanical Society.

10/23/2026

Celebrate autumn with us at the East Texas Arboretum & Botanical Society! Join us tomorrow, Saturday, October 24th, for a day packed full of fall fun, live music, local art, and family activities at our annual Harvest Festival! 🍁🍂
Admission is free but donations appreciated to support the nonprofit. Be sure to ask about membership to enjoy all year round!

Here is a look at what we have planned for you:
🎨 All-Day Activities & Special Attractions
* Puppies & Pilates: Stretch under the Pavilion with Integration Pilates and meet adoptable furry friends from the Athens Animal Shelter! 🐶🧘‍♀️ Integration Pilates by reservation only, but don't shop, adopt all day!
* Henderson County Art Show: Browse beautiful local artwork inside the Henderson County Women's Building. 🖼️
* 6 Forks Farm Pizza truck will be serving up their woodfire pizza
* Harvest Maze: Explore and wander through the Hanson Learning Meadow as you weave through this fun maze🌾
* Children's Fun & Games:
* Arboretum Scavenger Hunt, coloring, and sensory activities in the Schoolhouse! 🖍️
* Pumpkin Bowling & Face Painting at the Children’s Pavilion! 🎃🎨
* Meet Perry the Pony: Say hello to Perry inside the Milking Barn and photos welcome! 🐴
* Family Photos: Capture the moment at the swing entrance! David Lux Photography will be taking free digital family photos from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (photo spot open all day). 📸✨
⏰ Scheduled Events
* 11:00 AM – Pizza Garden Debut & Demonstration (presented by HCMGA Interns) 🍕🌱
* 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM – Live Concert in the Garden featuring The Stringfellons 🎶🎻
* 12:00 PM – Guided Nature Walk 🌲🥾
* 3:00 PM – Festival Concludes

📍 Location: East Texas Arboretum and Botanical Society
1601 Patterson Road, Athens, Tax 75751
🗓️ Date: Tomorrow, Saturday, October 24th
⏰ Time: Festival 10 AM - 3:00 PM

Bring the whole family, enjoy the crisp fall air, and create unforgettable memories with us. We can’t wait to see you there! 🍂✨

10/20/2026

Important Update for our Members and Visitors:

We're currently experiencing technical difficulties, and our phone lines are temporarily down. ☎️
Our apologies for any frustration this may cause. We are working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.
However, we are pleased to confirm that we remain OPEN during our regular operating hours! Feel free to visit us in person to explore our beautiful gardens and trails.
Please keep an eye on our social media channels for updates. We'll let you know once we're back up and running. Thank you for your patience!

10/15/2026

🌱 Big Smiles & Big Discoveries at the Arboretum! 🌿
We were absolutely thrilled to host a wonderful group of students from Wills Point ISD for a fun-filled, educational field trip today! Seeing young minds explore nature and get excited about plants and wildlife is what it’s all about. 🎒🍁

A huge THANK YOU to our amazing friends at the Henderson County Master Gardener! We are so grateful for your dedicated assistance and passion for teaching—our community and educational programs shine so much brighter because of you! 💚🌻

Thank you for visiting us, Wills Point Elementary School. Come back and see us again soon! 🌸✨

Address

1601 Patterson Road
Athens, TX
75751

Opening Hours

Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm
Sunday	12pm - 5pm

Telephone

(903) 675-5630

Website

http://www.easttexasarboretum.org/

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