The holiday party was a huge success! We would like to thank all the folks who came out and enjoyed the festive decorations and lively atmosphere. We also wanted to thank the Milton High School Jazz quartet, who filled the mansion with wonderful music. We wish everyone a safe and joy-filled holiday season and new year.
The winter seed sowing workshop will focus on the propagation of native perennials that are easy to grow. The workshop will include a brief presentation on the purpose and methods for winter seed sowing. Participants will help sow seeds for a native meadow installation at the arboretum and will also go home with their very own seed tray. This event […]
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December 13, 2025 2:00PM -4:00PM The Davenport Mansion will open for another year of holiday joy! We invite you to enjoy live music by the Milton High School Jazz Band, light refreshments, a warm fire, and an opportunity to meet our staff. Enjoy the festive decorations throughout the first floor of the mansion or a chilly stroll through the sleepy […]
The fall colors look spectacular this year at the arboretum. One of the more noteworthy specimens is the Mountain Witch Alder or Fothergilla major, pictured above. Fothergilla boasts beautiful, frilly blooms in the spring before leafing out. Lush green foliage throughout the summer and fall foliage that can range from fiery orange to a deep burgundy. Fothergilla major is native to […]
Tuesday, December 9th from 6:00PM to 8:00PM. Get in the holiday spirit and join us for another year of wreath making. Each participant will have a wide variety of greenery to choose from and will be able to design their own holiday wreaths. All supplies are included in the cost of the workshop. This class is held in our barn, […]
Monday, December 8th, 6PM-8PM Get in the holiday spirit and join us for another year of wreath making. Each participant will have a wide variety of greenery to choose from and will be able to design their own holiday wreaths. All supplies are included in the cost of the workshop. This class is held in our barn, please wear appropriate […]