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.

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Plan Your Visit

Plan your visit to the Purdue University Northwest Gabis Arboretum! Find details about admission, Gabis hours and directions, group and field-trip visits and virtual experiences.

PLAN YOUR GABIS VISIT

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

Resources

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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.

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Gift Memberships

Treat a loved one to a Gabis Arboretum gift membership! The perfect gift for everyone!

Upcoming Events

Mar 27

Spring Break Pop-Ins at Gabis Arboretum

Stop by the Depot for fun hands-on activities all week long! Each day will feature a different topic!

Apr 01

Pruning 101 and Advanced Pruning Techniques (Two-Day Workshop)

The Gabis Arboretum at Purdue Northwest is excited to host a two-day hands-on pruning workshop. George Brenn, owner of Four Seasons Landscaping in Valparaiso and Chairman of the Indiana Accredited Horticulturist Program, will guide participants through classroom instruction and field demonstrations.

Apr 05

Birding Night Hike with Professor Laurie Eberhardt (SOLD OUT)

The April 5th date has sold out. New date added of April 12th. Join us for a nighttime birding hike with the Valparaiso University Biology Professor Dr. Laurie Eberhardt, a […]

Apr 12

Birding Night Hike with Professor Laurie Eberhardt (SOLD OUT)

Join us for a nighttime birding hike with the Valparaiso University Biology Professor Dr. Laurie Eberhardt, a Behavioral Ecologist who has studied plant-bird interactions.