A butterfly sculpture in the native plant garden at Gabis Arboretum

Gabis Arboretum

The Purdue University Northwest Gabis Arboretum serves as a living laboratory for education, research, conservation and engagement with the natural environment.

Trains Running!

The model trains at the Railway Garden run Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from May through October, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Welcome to the garden

Explore Gabis

Gabis Arboretum boasts 300 acres of magnificent landscapes featuring a restored prairie, display gardens, wetlands and miles of hiking trails through woodlands. With musical events and public educational programs, the arboretum has something for any interest!

Explore Gabis Arboretum

PLAN YOUR GABIS VISIT

Resources

Girls sitting down

Become a Member

A Gabis Arboretum provides free admission and reciprocal benefits to more than 300 other arboreta and gardens nationwide.

Kids in face paint play in the gardens at Gabis Arboretum

Events and Programs

From nature hikes to the Summer Concert Series, Gabis Arboretum has events of every kind for lovers of the outdoors.

An outdoor wedding at Gabis Arboretum

Host an Event

Gabis Arboretum is the premier setting for weddings, corporate events and private events.

A sidewalk at Gabis Arboretum. There is a metal bench on the left side of the paved walkway

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Upcoming Events

Nov 21

Fall Hike

Join a docent for a fall hike to see the changing leaves, enjoy the brisk cool air and learn about the ecology of Gabis Arboretum.

Dec 05

Wreathmaking Workshop

Complete your holiday décor by learning the basics of building a wreath from scratch at our wreathmaking workshop!

Dec 12

Wreathmaking Workshop

Complete your holiday décor by learning the basics of building a wreath from scratch at our wreathmaking workshop!

Apr 28

PNW Day of Giving 2027

Changing students’ lives starts with us! Purdue Northwest Day of Giving is the largest day-long online fundraising event for the university. For 24 hours, students, alumni, faculty, staff and community come together to create opportunities for PNW students.