Macalester’s 150th Anni-fir-sary

Updates Coming Fall of 2024!

About

This project, funded by a sesquicentennial grant honoring 150 years of Macalester College, recognizes campus trees as living witnesses to the institution’s growth, change, and the stories of the people who have called Macalester home. The initiative involved developing a comprehensive campus tree inventory, designing an educational tree tour, releasing a sociohistorical magazine to the community, and planting 15 new trees on campus. Learn more about each component below!

New Trees on Campus

Keep an eye out for several new saplings on campus! They will be adorned with commemorative 150th anniversary tags.

Campus Tree Inventory

A campus tree inventory is a detailed record of the trees on campus, providing insights into their species, locations, and conditions. Since Summer 2023, Macalester students have rigorously documented and measured the trees on their campus. Check it out below!

Interactive Map Coming Soon!

Tree Tour

The campus tree tour is a guided exploration of ten significant campus trees, offering trivia and insights about their history and ecological roles. Keep an eye out for scheduled guided tours, otherwise, feel free to complete the tour yourself with our booklet.

Tree Tour Coming Soon!

Roots and Stories Magazine

This magazine offers a glimpse into the natural history of Macalester’s campus, featuring never-before-seen archival photos, the findings of the campus tree inventory, and community anecdotes that highlight the cherished role of trees in campus life.