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Moments of Connection
Plants and People: A Lesson from Spicebush
Learning about spicebush expanded the way I think about native plants and the role they play in sustainable landscapes.
Moments of Connection
Reaching New Heights
"I am so grateful for the opportunity to learn from the professionals at Cornell Botanic Gardens and to explore my career path with such guidance."
Moments of Connection
The 4-H Thread
"Being able to create programs such as our career exploration workshop or our Rural Youth Services program connected me back to my 4-H roots."
Cultural Connection
More than a Blossom: Tropical Plants Sustain Plants and People Across Continents
Plants in the Tropical and Container Collection delight with their bright blooms and dramatic foliage and have sustained people and shaped cultural identities across continents and time.
Video
Common Birds of Cornell Botanic Gardens and their Glorious Songs
Wildlife photographer Marie Read captured stunning images of birds in Cornell Botanic Gardens F.R. Newman Arboretum and beyond.
News
Cornell Botanic Gardens introduces self-guided tours in Spanish and Mandarin
Visitors to Cornell Botanic Gardens can now experience the beauty and cultural richness of the gardens, arboretum, and natural areas in more languages.
In the News
Student-built bridges connect communities thanks to engineering course
Collaborations among Cornell Botanic Gardens and engineering students and faculty resulted in bridges that make natural areas more accessible.
News
Christopher Dunn, recently retired director of Cornell Botanic Gardens, honored for 50 years of leadership
Dunn received the American Public Gardens Association’s highest honor for lifetime service in plant ecology, biology, and public gardens.
News
How to safely enjoy Cornell’s gorges
Cornell Chronicle, June 22, 2026—Cornell’s Gorge Safety Program, which combines education and enforcement ,works to ensure safe use of Cornell’s gorges