Carleen Bright Arboretum
www.woodway-texas.com/lev1.cfm/9
9001 Bosque Blvd.
Woodway, TX
(254) 399-9204
Grounds Hours: 8:00 AM - Sunset.
Office Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday - Friday, 10:00AM - 2:00 PM Saturday, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Sunday
The Carleen Bright Arboretum is located just west of Waco in the city of Woodway. It is at the center of rolling hills and an abundance of trees, grasses and wildlife. The Arboretum hosts great special events including Woodfest, an annual Celtic celebration.
The Arboretum, which officially opened May 1, 1999 includes a gazebo, concert green, the Todd Willis Memorial Nature Trail and Whitehall Center. Whitehall Center has just over 3,000 sq. ft., with around 1,800 sq. ft. dedicated for use as a rental hall. The Center is used for tourist related events, public meetings, art exhibits and can be rented for private functions.
The adjacent terrace provides an additional 2,000 sq. ft. for outdoor activities associated with the Center. There is a caterer’s kitchen in the hall, and public restrooms are available. An office is located in the Center to provide information to visitors and take rental reservations.
Driving time from the Tourist Info Center is approximately 15 minutes.
Average time to tour is 45 minutes.