To commemorate 30 years of chestnut restoration, we are collecting remembrances of the foundation. If you have memories or photos of TACF (particularly from the early days) that you would like to share, please send them to Paul Franklin at pfranklin@acf.org.
Video: American chestnut ukulele built by Mike and Chris Trietsch.
The idea for this remarkable instrument began with guitar maker Mike Trietsch, who has taken an interest in building instruments from woods native to Long Island, where he lives. Read the story and see photos of the project.
Always wondered about the relationship between American chestnuts and horse chestnuts? This article explores the species that is commonly confused with our beloved American chestnut. Read it here.
TACF is hosting two free webinars geared toward planting and growing American chestnuts. The first webinar will take place on Tuesday, February 19th at 12:00 noon and the second on Wednesday, February 20th at 4:00 pm. How to participate here.
In the midst of the chaos of opening a new restaurant, Chestnut owners Kevin Westmoreland and Joe Scully took time to contact TACF (whose national office is located just 10 minutes away) to find out how they could help support our mission. Read more about TACF's new partner.
The mission of The American Chestnut Foundation is to restore the American chestnut tree to our eastern woodlands to benefit our environment, our wildlife, and our society.
TACF is a 501(c)3 conservation organization headquartered in Asheville, NC.
To learn about TACF and its national breeding program, visit www.acf.org.
To commemorate 30 years of chestnut restoration, we are collecting remembrances of the foundation. If you have memories or photos of TACF (particularly from the early days) that you would like to share, please send them to Paul Franklin at 
Always wondered about the relationship between American chestnuts and horse chestnuts? This article explores the species that is commonly confused with our beloved American chestnut. 
- Planting and Growing FAQ
In the midst of the chaos of opening a new restaurant, Chestnut owners Kevin Westmoreland and Joe Scully took time to contact TACF (whose national office is located just 10 minutes away) to find out how they could help support our mission.