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Stop by the Hunnewell lawn to experience the sounds of the Arboretum in a new way

Saturday, April 25, 2026

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM EDT

Hunnewell Lawn

About This Event

Experience the hidden soundscape of nature at the Hunnewell Lawn in Belmont on Saturday, April 25, 2026,and it's FREE! This unique outdoor event invites families to view wind and birdsong through special spectrograms and join a "sound to sketch" activity where you and your child can draw what you're hearing together. It's a creative, sensory adventure that brings the Arboretum's natural symphony to life.

Quick Glance

  • FREE admission
  • Hunnewell Lawn, Belmont, MA
  • Saturday, April 25, 2026
  • Interactive sound and art activity; all ages welcome

Pro Tip: Bring clipboards, colored pencils, or markers from home to make the sketching activity more enjoyable and comfortable. Pack a blanket to sit on the lawn and give yourselves plenty of time to explore multiple sound stations at a relaxed pace.

Found on Arnold Arboretum

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