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  • Wild Edibles Workshop

    Join us for an introduction to some of the wild edible plants of Northwest Indiana.  Wild plants have been utilized by humans for thousands of years for food, medicine, dyes, and building materials

    $35

  • First & Third Saturday Tours

    Learn more about the arboretum's plant collection on a guided walk led by knowledgeable docents.

  • First & Third Saturday Tours

    Learn more about the arboretum’s plant collection on a guided walk led by knowledgeable docents.

  • Registration deadline for Trail of Scarecrows

    School groups, scouts, businesses, families and other types of groups create scarecrows on display during the month of October at the arboretum. Entries will be on display from October 3rd through October 31st, Halloween! Participation is free!

    Free

  • Acorn Concert Series – Mr. Blotto

    The Acorn Concert Series is back for 2022 and it’s bigger and better than ever! If you haven’t experienced Chicago’s Original Jam Band, you’re missing out.

  • Native Seed Collecting

    Do you want to grow some native plants in the garden but don’t know which ones? Join a naturalist on a hike through the prairie to collect native flower and grass seeds that you can plant in your garden

  • Stargazing at Gabis Arboretum

    Join PNW Astronomers for an evening of stargazing. The arboretum’s stunning landscape away from light pollution makes it the perfect location for stargazing!

    Free

  • Hallo-Weekend with The Conjuring

    Come celebrate Halloween at Gabis Arboretum’s first annual Hallo-Weekend! Enjoy spooky outdoor movies, model trains, food, and activities!

  • Hallo-Weekend with Hocus Pocus

    Join us for an evening of spooktacular family fun! Dress in costume, trick-or-treat around the Railway Garden, and enjoy seasonal games!