The musical instruments that live in the fresh air of Bartlett Arboretum & Gardens are unlike anything you'd find in a classroom. For one, the xylophone is waist-high. When you strike the keys of this behemoth xylophone, its stunning notes reverberate throughout the surrounding trees.
The giant xylophone is just one source of the melodies that ring throughout this 91-acre expanse in Stamford. Today, the lilting laughs of excited children also fill the woods. Originally the homestead of tree expert Francis A. Bartlett, who studied many European and Asian trees here, the property eventually changed hands to the city of Stamford and acquired extra acreage and the ability to offer educational opportunities to local schoolchildren. They can come to the park and gardens to enjoy team-building activities and learn more about nature, as can any resident of Stamford.
The arboretum's labyrinth of boardwalks and hiking trails wind throughout gardens, red maple wetlands, and even meadows filled with wildflowers. This means that anyone taking a self-guided stroll walks through a variety of habitats and wildlife on their journey. You can also head to the area with huge musical instruments and other playthings designed for outdoor recreation, or learn more about local flora and fauna at the educational center or greenhouse.
Bartlett Arboretum & Gardens
151 Brookdale Road
Stamford, CT 06903
(203) 322-6971
bartlettarboretum.org
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