Events and Programs
With 300-acres of magnificent landscapes, education programs and community events, the arboretum has something for any interest!
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!
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.
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Events & Programs at Gabis
Mar 15
Native Plant SaleJoin Gabis Arboretum at Purdue Northwest for our annual native plant sale! Proceeds from the plant sale help support the Arboretum.
Mar 29
2026 “Best of the Region” Voting DeadlineThe polls are closing soon in the Times of Northwest Indiana’s 2026 Best of the Region contest. Please take the time to vote for Gabis Arboretum!
Apr 01
Woodcock Hike with Professor Laurie EberhardtJoin us for a nighttime birding with Valparaiso University Biology, Professor Laurie Eberhardt, a Behavioral Ecologist who has studied plant-bird interactions.
Apr 10
Roots and Wonder Forest SchoolRoots and Wonders Forest School is a four‑week, nature‑immersive learning program for children ages 4 to 6 held at Gabis Arboretum.
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.
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