When did Bernheim Arboretum & Research Forest open?
It opened to the public in 1955. Today you can hike, bike, picnic, fish, and attend programs on nature. The Arboretum has over 4000 labeled plants, the visitor center has a GPS unit to take and investigate different plants and features at Bernheim, visit the café and gift shop, but above all enjoy the fresh air, wonderful plant aromas, and breathtaking scenery. • Question: What research takes place at Bernheim and can you see it? Answer: Bernheim has ongoing research projects on native landscapes, plants and trees to determine best species for our growing zone. They research health issues to native plants and trees and share the results with the public at the visitor center, with nurserymen in Kentucky and horticulturist across the nation. • Question: What is Paroquet Springs Conference Centre? Answer: Named for the Paroquet lick (a 1770’s salt lick) and springs, it was a resort that rivaled the Indiana resort French Lick. The springs being a medicinal source, the resort operated from
