Van der Brohe Arboretum

08/22/2026

Thanks to this crew from the Two Rivers High School football team for their help adding edging to a few final gardens in need! They also removed a fence that had been protecting bird-friendly plants from deer as they established ... but the plants are healthy and the space is beautiful and beneficial!

08/21/2026

Our volunteers have been hard at work creating beauty in our Franciscan Gardens all season long! Stop by anytime to check these out for free, but get in on the real fun at our upcoming Wine Walk & Beer Gardens event on Oct. 3rd 🍷🍺

Get your ticket 🎟️ https://vdbarboretum.org/oct-3-wine-walk-beer-gardens/

08/13/2026

Sometimes its OK, even useful! to keep your smart phone on you when in nature. Join us tonight to learn these tools 🤩
https://vdbarboretum.org/august-13-tech-on-the-trails/

08/07/2026

Our volunteers sure had a fun time on this artsy project to bring a little extra color to our grounds! Head out to the trails to see if you can find them!

08/06/2026

As the Arboretum continues to grow, we are excited to share opportunities for supporters to leave a permanent and meaningful legacy on the grounds through sponsoring a paver in our Council Circle. A memorial paver offers the opportunity to permanently become part of our shared story while helping preserve and enhance the natural beauty of the grounds.

The Council Circle is a unique installation offering a view across the grounds with seating around an intimate propane fire pit. The area has existing pavers available for sponsorship.
Commemorative pavers create a lasting tribute that honors loved ones, celebrates family traditions, recognizes meaningful milestones, or simply reflects a personal connection to this special place. These engraved pavers will help support the continued development, restoration, and stewardship of the Arboretum for future generations.

Council Circle paver sponsorships are due by August 31, 2026, with engraving occurring in September 2026. Those who sponsor a paver will also receive an invite to a bonfire night in the Council Circle to celebrate your contribution; multiple dates may be offered depending on the number ordered, as limited seating is available.

https://givebutter.com/VDBAcouncilcircle

08/05/2026

The Van der Brohe Arboretum partnered with Ascend Services, Inc. to host their Gardens&Giggles afternoon program. We painted our own window clings to prevent bird-window collisions, then we went on a hike to see how many birds from our e-Bird HotSpot recent sightings list we could find again! We were so happy to host this energetic bunch 😀

08/04/2026

Tickets are now LIVE for our amazing annual event, this year with even more fun in store! We have a handful of local winery partners sharing their delicious drinks and this year we’re adding select craft beers, too! Walk the gardens and enjoy local music and unique sweet and savory apps! Experience our updated Propagation Center with many raffle baskets to choose from, and wind down after your walk around a community campfire. It’s a great way to kick off fall!

GET YOUR TICKETS HERE: https://givebutter.com/vdbawalk26

07/22/2026

We'll be hosting a table at this upcoming event on Saturday ... come say "hi" and check out another nearby natural space Maywood - Ellwood H. May Environmental Park

Celebrate Maywood’s prairie habitat in full bloom. You’ll be enchanted by the beauty and power of native plants and inspired to restore biodiversity in your own backyard!

07/20/2026

Join us on July 29 for this fun and casual event in partnership with Photo Opp.

Photo Opp will host a walk around the Van der Brohe Arboretum to capture the new life that spring brings to the grounds. This event is great for amateur through professional photographers, with opportunities to collaboratively learn and share photography skills and ideas during our walk.

RSVP here https://givebutter.com/photo-walk-series-1-copy-huxyv4