Purdue University Northwest Gabis Arboretum Events
Gabis Arboretum
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An Introduction to Bonsai: The Art of the Potted Tree
Gabis Arboretum 450 West 100 North, Valparaiso, IN, United StatesDiscover the fascinating art of bonsai in this beginner-friendly educational talk!
Guided Hike with the Naturalist
Gabis Arboretum 450 West 100 North, Valparaiso, IN, United StatesThe prairie is starting to die back for the season, and flowers are going to seed. Come see the late blooming fall flowers, such as asters, goldenrod and gentian.
Golf Cart Tour – September 23, 2026
Gabis Arboretum 450 West 100 North, Valparaiso, IN, United StatesJoin us on September 23, 2026, for a leisure drive through the Arboretum as the docent talks about the plants and animals that live at Gabis Arboretum.
$10Native Seed Collecting with the Valparaiso Native Plant Group
Gabis Arboretum 450 West 100 North, Valparaiso, IN, United StatesValparaiso Native Plant Group invites you to join us at Gabis Arboretum to learn about native flowers and collect ripe seeds from several species of native prairie plants.
Golf Cart Tour – September 30, 2026
Gabis Arboretum 450 West 100 North, Valparaiso, IN, United StatesJoin us on September 30, 2026, for a leisure drive through the Arboretum as the docent talks about the plants and animals that live at Gabis Arboretum.
$10Leaf Buds Kids Program (Ages 2 to 4)
Gabis Arboretum 450 West 100 North, Valparaiso, IN, United StatesKids and their parents join a Gabis Volunteer Naturalist to learn about nature with themed activities and stories geared for young children.
Fall Family Fun Day
Gabis Arboretum 450 West 100 North, Valparaiso, IN, United StatesEnjoy a fun-filled day of autumn activities for the whole family!
Edgar Allen Poe Reading and Night Hike
Gabis Arboretum 450 West 100 North, Valparaiso, IN, United StatesOur Edgar Allan Poe Reading is a fun experience that brings the Master of Macabre’s greatest works to life at Gabis Arboretum.
Fall Hike
Gabis Arboretum 450 West 100 North, Valparaiso, IN, United StatesJoin the Naturalist for a fall hike to see the changing leaves, enjoy the brisk cool air and learn about the ecology of Gabis Arboretum.