Markham Nature Park and Arboretum
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Interactive map of Markham Nature Park and Arboretum | |
| Location | 1202 La Vista Ave, Concord, California |
| Area | 16 acres (65,000 m2) |
| Website | https://markhamarboretum.org/newmarkham/ |
The Markham Nature Park and Arboretum, also known as Concord Nature Area and Markham Nature Area, is a natural arboretum in Concord, California.
History
The land that makes up the Markham Nature Park came from several sources. In 1963, the City of Concord purchased a residence and 2-3 acres of land along Cowell Road. In 1966, Ira and Bea "Bee" Markham sold their house and 12 acres of land to the city.[1] This property included the Markhams' gardens, which ran along Galindo Creek and included over 1,400 trees they had planted.[2] More land was purchased in 1980, bringing the total area to 16 acres.[1]
The Markham Arboretum Society, later renamed the Markham Regional Arboretum Society, was formed to support the park in 1981.[1][3]
Gardens and features
The Markham Nature Park includes the International Garden, which showcases plants from around the world; a tree walk; native plants; the Bud Hansen Wisteria Arbor; and a community garden operated by the Markham Regional Arboretum Society.[4][5]
See also
References
- 1 2 3 Christensen, Chris; Huppi, Rod. "Markham Regional Arboretum Society: The First 25 Years—A History" (PDF). markhamarboretum.org. Retrieved June 6, 2026.
- ↑ Dymond, Lura (2000). Concord's Dynamic Half Century: the Years Since World War II. Carlsbad, California: Heritage Media Corp. pp. 50–52. ISBN 1-886483-37-X.
- ↑ Fulmer, Lisa (2021-02-18). "Take an international walk through small park in mid-town Concord -". The Pioneer. Retrieved 2026-06-07.
- ↑ Clifford, Gail (2024-03-01). "Markham Nature Park: A Stroll Through Concord, California's Natural Beauty". Food, Wine & Travel. Retrieved 2026-06-07.
- ↑ Obringer, Carlyn (July 2025). "Oakland Urban Farming Project to Establish a Community Garden at Hillcrest Park" (PDF). Diablo Gazette. p. 9. Retrieved June 6, 2026.
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