Events and Programs

With 300-acres of magnificent landscapes, education programs and community events, the arboretum has something for any interest!

A winter tree with sunshine shining through it.

Winter Scavenger Hunt

Head outside for a winter scavenger hunt at Gabis Arboretum at PNW. Search for nine seasonal nature finds and boost your connection to the outdoors!

Explore the Winter Scavenger Hunt List

Ohio Spiderwort

Native Plant Sale

Sales NOW Open!

Find the perfect addition to your garden with Gabis Arboretum’s annual native plant sale! Proceeds help support the arboretum.

Shop Native Plants

Gabis Field Trip Packages

Gabis Arboretum offers a variety of unique field trip experiences that combine nature, education and exploration for grades K–12.

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Charlie Brown scarecrow

Just For Kids

Explore our Gabis events just for kids.

A pond at Gabis Arboretum

Classes and Programs

Explore a collection of classes and programs at Gabis Arboretum.

A butterfly sculpture in the native plant garden at Gabis Arboretum

Hikes and Tours

Take a hike and nature tours through Gabis this fall.

A hiking trail at Gabis Arboretum

Wellness

Get in touch with your wellbeing and nature at our wellness-oriented events.

Events & Programs at Gabis

Apr 15

Native Plant Sale

Join Gabis Arboretum at Purdue Northwest for our annual native plant sale! Proceeds from the plant sale help support the Arboretum.

Apr 16

Family Friendly Woodland Miniature Workshops

Unleash your creativity and immerse yourself in the world of woodland miniature houses!

Apr 17

Family Friendly Woodland Miniature Workshops

Unleash your creativity and immerse yourself in the world of woodland miniature houses!

Apr 18

Ceramics Workshop

With guidance by local ceramicist Emily Casella, you will hand-make a ceramic dish from start to finish, including glazing.


To request a disability-related accommodation, please contact the Office for Civil Rights at civilrights@pnw.edu or (219) 989-2163 five days prior to the event.

In accordance with Purdue policies, all persons have equal access to Purdue University’s educational programs, services and activities, without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, genetic information, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability or status as a veteran. See Purdue’s Nondiscrimination Policy Statement. If you have any questions or concerns regarding these policies, please contact the Office for Civil Rights at civilrights@pnw.edu or (219) 989-2337.