Gabis Arboretum
The Purdue University Northwest Gabis Arboretum serves as a living laboratory for education, research, conservation and engagement with the natural environment.
Trains Running!
The model trains at the Railway Garden run Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from May through October, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Fall Family Fun Day
October 4, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Enjoy a fun-filled day of autumn activities for the whole family! Activities include pumpkin painting, petting zoo, the Trail of Scarecrow and more!
Trail of Scarecrows
Display and Voting Begins Oct. 4!
This fall, Gabis Arboretum invites you to celebrate the world of art and bring legendary artists to life, scarecrow style! Our annual Trail of Scarecrows is back with a new theme: Artists.
Whether you’re inspired by classic masters, modern visionaries or local artistic icons, this is your chance to transform the Arboretum into an outdoor gallery filled with imaginative scarecrow creations.
Explore Gabis
Gabis Arboretum boasts 300 acres of magnificent landscapes featuring a restored prairie, display gardens, wetlands and miles of hiking trails through woodlands. With musical events and public educational programs, the arboretum has something for any interest!
Resources
A Gabis Arboretum provides free admission and reciprocal benefits to more than 300 other arboreta and gardens nationwide.
From nature hikes to the Summer Concert Series, Gabis Arboretum has events of every kind for lovers of the outdoors.
Gabis Arboretum is the premier setting for weddings, corporate events and private events.
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Upcoming Events
Oct 16
Native Seed Collecting at Gabis ArboretumJoin the Native Seed Collection at Gabis Arboretum on October 16, 2026.
Oct 17
Fall HikeJoin the Naturalist for a fall hike to see the changing leaves, enjoy the brisk cool air and learn about the ecology of Gabis Arboretum.