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Jean Ammerman, her daughter Theresa Kronforst, and granddaughter Clara Kronforst, have installed and maintain a Monarch Butterfly hatchery on the VDBA grounds. The Monarch Butterfly Pavilion is located adjacent to a trail such that visitors can observe the butterfly in various stages of development. They plan to host a release event in the future. … Read More
Spring 2023 sees much progress on the Propagation Center and new Propagation Field with help from local businesses, individuals, and organizations.
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John Durbrow and George Grimm recently reviewed progress on the George E. & Susan E. Schiereck Grimm Council Circle at the Arboretum.… Read More
Reset your batteries, support your fitness goals, and enjoy the sweet bliss of nature. Guided hikes and nature-based scavenger hunts for children at designated locations and times, or guide yourself at your own pace throughout the day. Hit one, or get turbo and challenge yourself to more!… Read More
Van der Brohe Arboretum and Bird Sanctuary is conducting the 2023 Annual Tree Sale. Featuring a huge selection of Trees, Shrubs, and Perennials, the online sale can be viewed at vanderbrohearboretum.org/sale, and orders can be placed through April 28th. All prices are highly discounted from retail, and all profits support the Arboretum. VDBA Director John … Read More
Come cross country skiing at VDBA! Updated March 14, 2023. The trails have been re-groomed and there’s fresh snow blanketing the Arboretum. Come experience some winter fun! We are happy to report that the cross country trails at the Arboretum are freshly groomed and open for all to enjoy! Parking available on Lincoln Avenue. Open … Read More
This is a great opportunity to add more trees to your landscaping at discount prices.
We offer a great selection of large trees, shrubs, and container plants, and each purchase benefits Van der Brohe Arboretum!
Order now thru Apr 28 and pick up May 6 at the Arboretum.… Read More
Success of fall fundraiser due in large part to partnership Two Rivers Knights of Columbus 1957 who donated their time serving refreshments, assisting with wayfinding, and fielding questions about the grounds.… Read More
Mary Reis of GVR Investment Management, Two Rivers, has most generously donated a gift of appreciated stock and has offered to arrange the transfer of donated stocks without fees.… Read More
The public is invited to cut sunflower stalks from the Arboretum grounds and hang the heads in their own backyards to support the avian community over a broader area. … Read More
