Walking Tour: Horticulturists of Forest Hills

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Hours:	2:00pm
In/Outdoor:	Outdoor
Cost:	$$ see below
Category:	Tours

Discover the horticulturists of 19th century Boston – men who developed many of the fruits, flowers and trees that we enjoy today – during a tour led by historian Anthony Sammarco. Sample some of their edible creations, such as Bartlett’s Pear and Downer’s Late Cherry, along the way.

Forest Hills was founded and designed by one of the most prominent of these 'experimental gardeners' – Henry A.S. Dearborn, who was also the first president of the Massachusetts Horticulture Society. Dearborn intended Forest Hills to serve the community as a lush green sanctuary, an arboretum and picturesque park as well as Boston's most beautiful burial ground. He created the first jewel in the Emerald Necklace a generation before Olmsted came to Boston.

Meet at the Main Gate. This is a two-hour walk over varied terrain, with many stops along the way; wear comfortable shoes and bring water.

COST

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WEBSITE

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www.foresthillstrust.org/calendar.html

LOCATION

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95 Forest Hills Avenue, Jamaica Plain, MA map