TheJC Raulston Arboretumis a nationally acclaimed botanic garden located in Raleigh, North Carolina with one of the largest and most expansive collections of landscape plants adapted for gardens in the southeast United States. Plants are collected and evaluated in an effort to find superior plants for use in southern landscapes.Our mission is to diversify the landscape by sharing our passion, our plants and our knowledge to plan – and plant for a better world. Come visit the gardens to experience our plants, be part of our community as a JCRA Member, and expand your knowledge with one of our educational programs for all ages and experience levels.Open to the public every day of the year. Free admission and free parking.Consistently ranked as one of the best things to do in Raleigh, so come see us!