Grafting Class Snapshots
Thank you to Jeff Edgar and to all who attended his Tree Grafting Class at the Arboretum in March 2024. West Propagation Center at VDBA • Photos by Krandin Zelinske
2024 Tree Sale Fundraiser now online!
Van der Brohe Arboretum is once again holding our Annual Online Tree Sale fundraiser! We will be offering a great variety of large, high-quality trees and shrubs at fabulous prices. Pay in full at time of purchase or make a 20% downpayment. This is a terrific opportunity to add shade, value, and wildlife habitat … Read More
Two Rivers High School shop class creates site markers
This past year, students of the Two Rivers High School “Raiders Manufacturing” initiative led by Justin Casper fabricated donor recognition posts installed throughout the grounds. … Read More
Projects Completed in 2023
In addition to the activities facilitating the 2023 spring tree planting, the Arboretum has seen much activity this summer as various contractors have completed several keynote projects on the grounds. … Read More
VDBA Thanks eBird Participants
Van der Brohe Arboretum and Bird Sanctuary would like to thank all who participated in monitoring the avian population on the grounds during 2023 using the eBird website.… Read More
Grafting Class Offered
SOLD OUT! A tree grafting class taught by the only person on the planet allowed to use scion from the Johnny Appleseed tree!… Read More
Propagation Center Opening
In November, members of the Ruth St. John and John Dunham West Foundation board, President Phyllis Schippers and Bernie Zimmer, visited the Arboretum’s almost complete Propagation Center. … Read More
Senator tours Arboretum grounds
On Oct 16, 2023, Van der Brohe Arboretum founder and director John Durbrow gave a tour of the grounds to Wisconsin State Senator André Jacque. … Read More
Fall Update: Council Circle and Ivy Walls
Director John Durbrow and Arboretum friends John and Cher Burish recently shared photos of the progress on the George E. & Susan E. Schiereck Grimm Council Circle and Ivy Walls being installed by A. Chappa Construction at the Van der Brohe Arboretum. … Read More
Development and Community Engagement Director
We are looking for an enthusiastic person with a passion for building relationships with organizations and individuals to secure philanthropic support that will fuel strategies, projects, and programs. The person will work with the Executive Director and Board to set fundraising goals, lead, and manage a comprehensive annual giving program and fundraising events. The successful applicant will build lasting relationships with donors and keep them informed on how their financial input is having a positive impact on the natural environment. … Read More