Trees need champions today more than ever before. Their survival depends on people taking action to plant and protect them. Trees filter the air and water, reduce energy use, furnish wildlife habitats, and create beauty, and they need human help to continue. That’s why The Morton Arboretum is committed to scientifically informed action for trees, both locally and globally. The Arboretum is The Champion of Trees, making an impact through science and conservation, education and outreach, and plant collections.

When Joy Morton established The Morton Arboretum, he envisioned a great outdoor museum of trees. Nearly 100 years later, Mr. Morton’s vision is shared with millions of people who come to the Arboretum to experience the benefits of spending time among trees, to learn, or enjoy the beauty of plants and nature that inspire the arts. He recognized the essential need that remains today for a place to treasure being among trees and to study them for the well-being of people and the environment.