Mother’s Day at the Washington Park Arboretum

This year marks the 75th  anniversary of the Washington Park Arboretum.   It was officially established then in a “joint agreement” between the city of Seattle and the University of Washington.  Hardly a month goes by without at

Washington Park Arboretum Celebrates Mother's Day

least a quick visit for our family as the seasons bring ever changing beauty to this spectacular urban green space.  The Arboretum is located just east of downtown Seattle on the shores of Lake Washington (south of UW).  This lovely area is the home of an internationally recognized “woody plant collection” (trees and stuff like that) which includes maples, hollies, oaks, camellias, and of course the conifers.  (If your visiting friends are always pointing at a tree with needles and saying “what kind is that?” and you never know, here is where you can find out.)

What is happening here on Mother’s Day?  I wondered about it as we are still in the formulation stages of our plans (part of life as a real estate agent is that kids learn to fit into the schedule on weekends).  It seems there is an annual Mother’s Day tradition at the Arboretum, the Azalea Walk.  The walk winds along Azalea Way, with azaleas and cherry trees in full bloom.  A free family photo is offered.  And according to the Arboretum Website, “Kids can enjoy fun, plant-themed activities organized by staff from the University of Washington Botanic Gardens. Every mom gets a free, take-home gift. “  If you’d like more information, please try calling the Arboretum Foundation at 206-325-4510.

Happy Mother’s Day! (stand by for event photos later today!)

Edy Kizaki
Realtor, Team Leader
edy@seattlepowersearch.com
206-402-9155