Welcome to the Arboretum
at Gustavus Adolphus College
Welcome to the Arboretum! Located on the campus of Gustavus Adolphus College, the Arboretum provides an enriching environment to educate the mind, revive the spirit, and delight in Minnesota’s natural history and the College’s Swedish heritage.
With abundant gardens, natural spaces, outdoor classrooms, and featured events, the Arboretum encourages students of all ages to explore, provides a scenic backdrop for any special occasion, and serves as a point of connection between the campus and Saint Peter communities.
The Arboretum is comprised of the three major vegetation communities found throughout Minnesota - the coniferous forest, the tallgrass prairie, and the deciduous forest - in addition to formal gardens and hardy trees from around the world surrounding the Melva Lind Interpretive Center. We invite you to walk the Arboretum trails, experience its special beauty, and enjoy this unique campus sanctuary.
Other resources and information for your time on campus or in the Saint Peter area:
Quick Facts
History of the Arboretum
Mission & Objectives
Contact & Staff
Stories from the Arb
A Year at the Arb
The Twinflower Newsletter
