A butterfly sculpture in the native plant garden at Gabis Arboretum

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.

Illustration of a guitar and musical notes over flowers and mushrooms with text: Acorn Concert Series, Gabis Arboretum at Purdue Northwest, Valparaiso.

Acorn Concert Series

july 17 to september 25

Gabis Arboretum invites families to enjoy five evenings of live music as part of our annual concert series. Pack a blanket or lawn chair and make lasting memories together in a beautiful, family-friendly setting.

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Trail of Scarecrows

Registration deadline: September 19

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.

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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!

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Become a Member

A Gabis Arboretum provides free admission and reciprocal benefits to more than 300 other arboreta and gardens nationwide.

Kids in face paint play in the gardens at Gabis Arboretum

Events and Programs

From nature hikes to the Summer Concert Series, Gabis Arboretum has events of every kind for lovers of the outdoors.

An outdoor wedding at Gabis Arboretum

Host an Event

Gabis Arboretum is the premier setting for weddings, corporate events and private events.

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Upcoming Events

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Sep 12

All about Monarch Butterflies

This engaging presentation explores the fascinating world of the Monarch butterfly, one of nature’s most recognizable and inspiring species.

Sep 16

Golf Cart Tour – September 16, 2026

Join us on September 16, 2026, for a leisure drive through the Arboretum as the docent talks about the plants and animals that live at Gabis Arboretum.

Sep 18

An Introduction to Bonsai: The Art of the Potted Tree

Discover the fascinating art of bonsai in this beginner-friendly educational talk!

Sep 19

Guided Hike with the Naturalist

The 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.