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Celebrating 40 Years of Field Study Experiences for School Children at Arnold Arboretum

This fall marks a significant milestone for the Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University as it celebrates the fortieth anniversary of its flagship programs for children’s education, the Field Study Experiences (FSE). Since their inception in 1984, the Field Studies have been a cornerstone of local environmental education, serving more than 4,500 students annually from kindergarten through sixth grade, primarily from Boston Public Schools (BPS).

The Bee-Bee Tree at the Arnold Arboretum

The aptly named bee-bee tree, Tetradium daniellii, is the place to be if you like bees. Standing next to one of the Arnold Arboretum’s four specimens when this tree is open for pollinator business in mid to late summer, is not just a visual experience, but also an auditory one.