08/28/2026
Two weeks ago today, some violent summer storms swept through Charlottesville, and the beautiful old linden tree flanking the front door to Kenwood suffered severe damage. For the safety of staff and visitors, the tree had to be taken down completely. We’ll miss its massive, crooked branches, lovely shade, and fragrant blooms, and so will the bees and butterflies who flitted through its foliage in the spring. The tree was likely almost a century old and nearing the end of its lifespan, but it’s still sad to not see it every day. Here are some before and after photos of the tree. Bonus bee/butterfly footage in the comments.🌳
