Reading Public Museum Arboretum

Reading, Pennsylvania, United States

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The Reading Public Museum in Reading, Pennsylvania, features a 25-acre arboretum designed in the late 1920s by renowned landscape architect John Nolen. The arboretum includes over 65 distinctive tree and plant species originally planted during that time, mixing large exotic trees with native species to create a natural and shaded environment.

It is part of the museum's broader mission to provide an outdoor learning space where visitors can enjoy peaceful walks along pathways and footbridges over Wyomissing Creek. The arboretum serves as both a place for public recreation and education about nature and conservation, with free self-guided tours available to help visitors explore its thoughtfully maintained gardens and natural habitats.

This green space complements the museum’s extensive art, science, and cultural collections, offering a rich, immersive experience for all ages.