The Territory of Nebraska hosted the first Arbor Day in April of 1882. Now all fifty states celebrate Arbor Day, and as the Frist Municipal Arboretum in the United States, Bexley has many ways to celebrate trees!

Tree Planting with Jeffrey Mansion Preschoolers
We celebrated Arbor Day by planting new trees with Jeffrey Mansion Preschool classes and it was the best morning ever! Check out the adorable video from this event which features several City leaders and a group of adorable and enthusiastic preschoolers.

Check Out the Bexley Arboretum Instagram!
Do you love Bexley’s trees as much as we do? Sign up for the new Bexley Arboretum Instagram for beautiful pictures, fun tree facts, and smart tips to help us all care for our treasured trees. Authored by our City Arborist team, @bexleyarboretum is sure to keep your Instagram feed beautiful.

Arbor Day Cocktail at Giuseppe’s Ritrovo!
With a bit of rain in the forecast, it’s a great time to stop by Giuseppe’s for a special Bexley Arbor Day cocktail made with Jeffrey Forest’s own Kevelden Maple Syrup. These seasonal beverages are only available for a limited time, so plan your trip to Giuseppe’s soon!