Gabis Arboretum
The Purdue University Northwest Gabis Arboretum serves as a living laboratory for education, research, conservation and engagement with the natural environment.
Model Trains Done for Season
The model trains at the Railway Garden have stopped running for the season. They will resume operation in May.
Treat a Loved One to a Gabis Arboretum Gift Membership!
Gabis Arboretum at PNW membership includes year-round free admission to the Arboretum and Railway Garden (open seasonally) for all passengers in the member’s vehicle plus much more.
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!
Group Visits and Field Trips
With over 300 acres to explore, the Gabis Arboretum is the perfect destination for environmental education!
We offer guided field trips, guided adult tours and self-guided walks.
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
Dec 25
Holiday Closure (PNW Winter Recess)
Gabis Arboretum will be closed Dec. 23, 2024 through Jan. 1, 2025, in observance of the PNW winter recess.
Jan 02
Winter Nature Scavenger Hunt
Get outdoors with a nature scavenger hunt at Gabis Arboretum at PNW. Build environmental awareness as you find nine natural winter objects.
Jan 11
Winter Walk Series 2025
Learn how plants and animals survive the cold winter months and identify signs of life along the trails.
Jan 18
Hike with a Hawk
Join Shellie Barron, a licensed wildlife rehabilitator, and her Red-tailed Hawk on a hike of the Arboretum.