TRHS Students are ALL IN for Conservation
The Van Der Brohe Arboretum is working in partnership with Two Rivers High School students by helping to support their conservation-based research projects.… Read More
Two Rivers Rotary Donation
We are deeply grateful to the Two Rivers Rotary Club for their generous donation to Van der Brohe Arboretum & Bird Sanctuary! Rotary members Betty Bittner and Tim Schroeder stopped by to present the check in front of our arboretum sign. The Rotary Club has always been a wonderful supporter and friend to the … Read More
Bumble bees and buzz pollination
Wisconsin is home to about 20 different species of bumble bees. Their role in pollinating flowering plants is crucial—not just for the natural world but also for human agriculture. US bee populations have steadily declined over the past few decades. The importance of bees cannot be overstated, as they are responsible for pollinating 80% … Read More
Celebrating Success
VDBA extends heartfelt gratitude to everyone who participated in this year’s sale. … 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
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
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
Two Rivers Rotary Sponsorship
John Durbrow receives a check from the Two Rivers Rotary, contributing to their sponsorship of the Ivy (Wisteria) Tunnel at Van der Brohe Arboretum. VDBA is most appreciative of the assistance provided by the Rotary in building out the landscape sculptural elements which will enliven the Arboretum experience. … Read More