Tree Foundation arboretums Historic Richland/West End Neighborhood Belle Meade Country Club Harding Academy Ellington Agricultural Center The Hermitage Belle Meade Mansion Vanderbilt University First Presbyterian Church Tennessee Governor's residence Cascades and Conservatory at Opryland Hotel Historic Germantown neighborhood Private residences, Glen Eden Drive, Bowling Avenue Tennessee Botanical Gardens and Fine Arts Center at Cheekwood

 

Nashville Tree Foundation designates arboretums on land where different trees and shrubs are grown for study or popular interest. The purpose of establishing arboretums is to:

• Increase environmental awareness.
• Provide a learning experience.
• Encourage the creation of arboretums.
• Enhance the image of Nashville for visitors and travelers.
• Serve as ecological classrooms for present and future generations.
• Provide enjoyment for present and future generations.

One or two sites are designated each year by Nashville Tree Foundation. Requests are reviewed by the Foundation's board of directors. A bronze plaque is awarded at a public ceremony at the site.