Chatham Arboretum

Chatham University’s Shadyside Campus is one of the most idyllic locations in the City of Pittsburgh. The campus dates to 1869, and includes elements of the original Andrew Mellon estate.
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A Best-Kept Secret In Pittsburgh

Many visitors to our campus don’t know that it is home to a 32-acre arboretum. Featuring more than 115 different varieties of trees, including Japanese flowering crabapple, river birch, Kentucky coffeetree, and eleven species of maple, the Arboretum is an inviting place to stroll or meditate. Being such a unique resource, it provides an outdoor classroom suitable for any age or interest—from younger students on class trips to visiting scientists to the university’s own students.

Download Tree Guide & Walking Map (PDF) : Checkerboard 1 - A Best-Kept Secret In Pittsburgh
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A Proud Member of APGA

In 1997, Chatham joined the American Association of Botanical Gardens and Arboreta (now the American Public Garden Association, APGA). In 2017, we celebrated our arboretum's 20th anniversary of this designation. The APGA supports public gardens across North America, promoting their value in horticultural display, education, research, and plant conservation. Chatham is proud to be a member and aims to share our campus's unique history and beauty with a broader audience.

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Visit the Arboretum

The Chatham Arboretum is free and open to the public for walking or self-guided tours on weekdays from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and weekends from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Chatham Arboretum

A Part of the Pittsburgh Garden Trail

Chatham University and Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy partner to enhance Shadyside campus arboretum

What Can an Arboretum Do for You?

What to Look for During a Winter Tree Walk in Shadyside