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Sunday - 9/27/26
1:00pm - Sunday Tour: 250th History Tour (Sold Out)
Details
FOR ADULTS & TEENS 12+ | PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Visit historic structures and discover how the Minshall, Painter, and Tyler families used the land and left a lasting legacy — including a remarkable collection of trees planted by the Painter brothers. Travel over 260 years of history and uncover how Tyler’s past continues to shape its present.
About your guide: Dale Harris has been a longtime volunteer at Tyler with a special interest in maintaining and learning more about our Pollinator Preserve, as well as our trees and history. She is a retired psychologist and musician.
What to expect:
- Canceled 48 hours in advance if inclement weather, all registrants will be contacted
- Max one-mile hike on mostly even ground, some uphill
- Check in at the Visitor Center, where you'll meet your guide
What to bring:
- Dress for the weather
- Shoes suitable for walking
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Make a day of it at the Arboretum! This program includes general admission to enjoy the grounds.
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GUEST PASS HOLDERS: Upon arrival, please check in at the Visitor Center and give your guest passes to the Visitor Center Associate, or inform them that you are accompanying a Family or higher-level member as their guest.
LIBRARY PASS HOLDERS: Upon arrival, please check in at the Visitor Center and present your Tyler Arboretum Library Pass. Please note that you must check out a Tyler Arboretum Library Pass as you would a book at your local library — confirm its availability for this program date before reserving your ticket.