Gabis Arboretum at Purdue Northwest
Mother’s Day Flower Workshop
Gabis Arboretum 450 West 100 North, Valparaiso, IN, United StatesThe best gifts for mom are handmade! Kids will paint a pot and plant a beautiful flower for their mom.
Spring Bird Walk
Join other avid birders for a guided walk around the arboretum to observe and identify different types of birds
(Cancelled due to weather) Art in Nature- Nature Detectives
Let's go out on a hike and look for clues that tell us about plants and animals! We'll scout for footprints, paths through the prairie, beaver dams and trees they have cut and so much more!
Evening Spring Bird Walk
Join other avid birders for a guided walk around the arboretum to observe and identify different types of birds.
POSTPONED- All About Bluebirds
Learn about these beautiful birds and their importance to our local environment.
Acorn Concert Series – MegaBeatles
MegaBeatles is a talented group of musicians from Northwest Indiana/Chicago that recreate the music of the Beatles with precision, passion and love!
Acorn Concert Series – The Music of Cream
Experience this once-in-a-lifetime concert salute to the most innovative and explosive supergroup of all time, in the hands of those that knew them best.
Sunrise Hike
When was the last time you saw the sun rise? Come join the naturalist for a hike at dawn and watch the sunrise. Early morning is one of the best opportunities to see the arboretum's wildlife. Suitable for all ages. Registration is free. Register
Acorn Concert Series – Toronzo Cannon
The Chicago Blues Festival headliner and international bluesman comes to the arboretum with searing chops, soul-satisfying vocals and vibrant original songs!
Sunset Hike
Join the naturalist at dusk as we tour the property. We will be looking for bats, listening for frogs and crickets, and observing other nighttime creatures.