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Polly Hill Arboretum

The former home of noted horticulturist Polly Hill, the 70-acre arboretum was established in 1998 as a not-for-profit center devoted to the cultivation and study of plants and preservation of the 70-acre property. Rare trees, shrubs and flowers from around the world are set among stone walls, meadows, and fields. Open to the public.

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795 State Road, West Tisbury, MA 02575

http://pollyhillarboretum.org

The former home of noted horticulturist Polly Hill, the 70-acre arboretum was established in 1998 as a not-for-profit center devoted to the cultivation and study of plants and preservation of the 70-acre property. Rare trees, shrubs and flowers from around the world are set among stone walls, meadows, and fields. Open to the public. 

Upcoming Events (6)

Tuesday, May 20 | 10am

Forest Bathing

Polly Hill Arboretum, Visitors Center

Classes & Instruction
Forest bathing, or Shinrin-Yoku, a Japanese practice of relaxation in nature, has been shown to improve immune response, mental performance, and creativity. Enjoy an easy,...
nonmembers $15, members $10
Tuesday, May 27 | 9am

Balance in Nature — Chi Kung

Polly Hill Arboretum, Visitors Center

Classes & Instruction
Based on the ancient movement practice of Chi Kung, Balance in Nature is a one-hour opportunity to allow the focused and relaxing movements to strengthen...
$15, $10 PHA members
Wednesday, May 28 | 10am

Make Your Own Herbarium Specimen

Polly Hill Arboretum, Education Botany Lab

Classes & Instruction
Two-part Workshop: Wednesday, May 28 and Wednesday, June 4, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.   Join PHA Curator/Assistant Director Emily Ellingson for a hands-on journey...
$60, $40 PHA members
Tuesday, June 3 | 9am

Balance in Nature — Chi Kung

Polly Hill Arboretum, Visitors Center

Classes & Instruction
Based on the ancient movement practice of Chi Kung, Balance in Nature is a one-hour opportunity to allow the focused and relaxing movements to strengthen...
$15, $10 PHA members
Tuesday, June 3 | 10am

Forest Bathing

Polly Hill Arboretum, Visitors Center

Classes & Instruction
Forest bathing, or Shinrin-Yoku, a Japanese practice of relaxation in nature, has been shown to improve immune response, mental performance, and creativity. Enjoy an easy,...
nonmembers $15, members $10
Wednesday, June 4 | 10am

Make Your Own Herbarium Specimen

Polly Hill Arboretum, Education Botany Lab

Classes & Instruction
Two-part Workshop: Wednesday, May 28 and Wednesday, June 4, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.   Join PHA Curator/Assistant Director Emily Ellingson for a hands-on journey...
$60, $40 PHA members
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Recent Events

Wednesday, May 14 | 10am

Canceled: Tour of the Rhododendron Collection with Tom Clark

Polly Hill Arboretum, Visitors Center

Nature & Outdoors
This event has been canceled.   In collaboration with the Martha’s Vineyard Garden Club. Sponsored by Dukes Conservation District.   Approximately half of Polly Hill’s named...
$10 (free for PHA and MV Garden Club members)
Wednesday, May 7 | 10am

The Early Azaleas

Polly Hill Arboretum

Nature & Outdoors
Come learn about one of Polly’s favorite plant groups and see the earliest azalea blooms in a class and tour led by collection specialist Isabella...
$15, $10 PHA members
Tuesday, May 6 | 10am

Forest Bathing

Polly Hill Arboretum, Visitors Center

Classes & Instruction
Forest bathing, or Shinrin-Yoku, a Japanese practice of relaxation in nature, has been shown to improve immune response, mental performance, and creativity. Enjoy an easy,...
nonmembers $15, members $10
Tuesday, April 29 | 9am

Balance in Nature — Chi Kung

Polly Hill Arboretum, Visitors Center

Classes & Instruction
Based on the ancient movement practice of Chi Kung, Balance in Nature is a one-hour opportunity to allow the focused and relaxing movements to strengthen...
$15, $10 PHA members
Saturday, April 26 | 10am

Staff-Led Seasonal Walk — Spring Bloomers

Polly Hill Arboretum

Guided Tours
Join staff horticulturist Jack Morgan for a guided spring bloomers walk at the Polly Hill Arboretum in West Tisbury, Massachusetts. Explore a diverse collection of...
$5 non-members (members free)
Friday, April 25 | 1pm

Arbor Day Event 2025

Polly Hill Arboretum, Visitors Center

Nature & Outdoors
Join us for a celebration of trees at the Polly Hill Arboretum in honor of Arbor Day. We will start with a tour of some...
free

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