Hours

See when to plan your visit with daily hours for the Purdue University Northwest Gabis Arboretum!

Daily: 8 a.m. to Sunset

Member Early Access: Gabis Arboretum Members have access to the arboretum grounds beginning at sunrise from April to November only. Members should bring their membership card to present upon entry. Facilities will continue to open at 8 a.m.

All times listed are Central time zone (CST).

The Railway Garden is open May 1st – October 31st daily.

MODEL TRAINS RUN ON FRIDAYS, SATURDAYS, & SUNDAYS FROM 10 am – 3 pm ONLY.

The trains cannot run in unfavorable weather conditions such as wind, rain, and extremely hot weather. Please call ahead to confirm at 219-462-0025.

All times listed are Central time zone (CST).

The arboretum will be closed during the following holidays:

  • Thanksgiving Day
  • Winter Recess: December 22, 2023 – January 2, 2024
  • Martin Luther King Jr. Day: January 15, 2024

All times listed are Central time zone (CST).