Behind the Scenes: Swan Woods

Why are there so many trees and forest remnants in Atlanta? What makes the forests and ecology of the Piedmont region unique? What is the history of the landscape in the Atlanta area? Why is the Southeastern United States so biodiverse?

Photo of Trillium in Spring

Join Senior Horticulturist Travis Fisher for a walking tour of Swan Woods, a remnant of Piedmont forest and part of the Goizueta Gardens at the Atlanta History Center. Learn about native trees, Piedmont forests, landscape history, and the ecology of Southeastern forests.

Tour is only offered Tuesday through Thursday between 9am—12pm.

The duration of this tour is 45 minutes plus additional time for Q&A.

Up to 20 people per tour, entirely outside, all temperatures, clear skies.

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