Friday, June 20, 2025

LA County Arboretum Offers Free Community Day for Eaton Fire Victims

Event provides healing space for families affected by recent wildfire

The Los Angeles County Arboretum in Arcadia will open its gates free of charge Sunday to residents affected by the Eaton Fire.

The special community day runs from 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. June 29 at the 127-acre botanical garden in Arcadia.

Fire victims can explore the gardens through scavenger hunts and visit curiosity carts. The day includes microscope tables, a wish tree and a free seed giveaway.

Visitors can learn about seed dispersal, soil science and wildlife at curiosity carts from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The microscope table offers close-up views of plants and insects during the same hours.

Raptor visits are scheduled from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free poppy seed packets will be distributed while supplies last to support California’s pollinator population.

All-day activities include garden scavenger hunts and a wish tree where visitors can tie community wishes.

The Georgina Fredrick Children’s Foundation in Pasadena presents the event. Additional parking will be available courtesy of The Shops at Santa Anita.

Reservations are recommended for the free event. Garden rules prohibit collecting plants, climbing trees and bringing recreational equipment.

Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Smoking and vaping are not permitted on the grounds.

The arboretum is located at 301 North Baldwin Ave. in Arcadia. For more information, visit arboretum.org/events/free-community-day.