Brentwood’s annual Arbor Day celebration is a community event hosted by the Brentwood Tree Board at the John P. Holt Brentwood Library. Typically held in March, the celebration highlights Brentwood’s commitment to trees, environmental stewardship, and an appreciation for the natural world. The event brings together families, students, and community members for a morning of educational and seasonal activities.
The celebration features student poster and writing contests, an acorn guessing contest, environmental-related vendors, free tree seedlings, food, and ice cream. The student contests encourage local elementary, middle, and high school students to explore themes related to trees, nature, and environmental awareness.
Arbor Day Details
Date
Typically held in March.
Location
John P. Holt Brentwood Library, Brentwood, TN.
Presented By
Brentwood Tree Board.
Cost
Free.
Who It’s For
Families, students, local residents, nature enthusiasts, and anyone interested in trees, conservation, and environmental education.
What to Expect
Enjoy environmental exhibits and vendors, free tree seedlings, food, ice cream, an acorn-counting contest, and student poster and writing contests. Poster submissions are open to local elementary and middle school students, while the writing contest is designed for local high school students.
Good to Know
American Arbor Day was established by J. Sterling Morton in Nebraska in 1872, and Tennessee began observing the holiday in 1875. Check the official event information for the current contest themes, participation guidelines, vendors, activities, and schedule.
