Day: April 22, 2026

GLOUCESTER, MA – Today the City of Gloucester, together with Biomimicry New England, launched the 400 Trees “Gloucester Cooling Corridors” initiative. 

Mayor Paul Lundberg was joined by arborists, educators, and community members as the City and local nonprofit spoke about kicking off their project to expand the City’s tree canopy and deepen nature-based learning opportunities for youth. The event was moderated by Peter Lawrence, the Executive Director of Biomimicry New England. 

The 400 Trees team highlighted the planting of 50 new trees in the downtown area, which is part of their $97,000 investment in urban forestry that was supported by a State grant as well as community sponsorship. The initiative is designed to enhance climate resilience, improve neighborhood livability, and create greener public spaces throughout the city.

Erin Anastasia-Murphy, Program Director of 400 Trees, outlined the scope and impact of the program, while Education Director Victoria Fortune shared details on a robust lineup of seasonal, nature-based learning opportunities for local elementary and middle school students, including the expansion of “Dirt Club,” an outdoor education program launching at four elementary schools this year.

“The 400 Trees ‘Gloucester Cooling Corridors’ initiative reflects our city’s commitment to building a healthier future.” Said Mayor Lundberg. “By expanding our tree canopy and investing in nature-based education, we are not only improving our neighborhoods today, but also empowering the next generation to be stewards of Gloucester’s environment.”

“We are extremely fortunate to be expanding our tree planting and education programs because of our incredible team of staff, volunteers and partners, supported by a growing group of very generous sponsors.” Said Director Lawrence.

The event concluded with a ceremonial planting of a tree on City Hall grounds led by Tree Director and Arborist Jack Montgomery and Chris Wood, Owner of Heirloom Tree & Shrub Care, LLC.  

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Mayor Paul Lundberg
City of Gloucester

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We joined Mayor Lundberg and Peter Lawrence (Executive Director of Biomimicry New England) and others yesterday morning at City Hall to launch the 400 Trees Cooling Corridors Initiative kickoff. This initiative is an extension of the Gloucester 400 Trees project aiming to plant trees in and around Gloucester especially downtown. In addition, the program partners with the Cape Ann Garden Club and offers learning opportunities for school children through school and YMCA programs; as well as Tree Talks such as the upcoming May 14 event at the Sawyer Free Library featuring Lisa Giersbach. Partners in this include Heirloom Tree & Shrub Care. Speakers at this event included Mayor Lundberg, Peter Lawrence, Erin Anastasia-Murphy, Victoria Fortune, Chris Wood and Jack Montgomery. The program is actively seeking volunteers. If you are interested in more information or to volunteer check out this link: https://www.400treesma.org/ Happy Earth Day!