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# Iowa Arboretum & Gardens

Celebrating Trees, Gardening, & Outdoor Experiences Every Day!

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## Pages

- [Home](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/) - Discover the Iowa Arboretum & Gardens in Madrid, IA. Explore 170+ acres of botanical gardens, woodland trails, and the accessible Treehouse Village.
- [Visit](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/visit/) - Learn more about planning your visit, admission, and more! We can't wait to see you in our gardens, groves, and natural spaces at the Iowa Arboretum & Gardens!
- [Rentals](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/rentals/) - The perfect destination for your next special occasion! We provide rentals for your family gathering, business meeting, or dream wedding, our spacious heated...
- [Weddings](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/rentals/weddings/) - Discover the enchanting allure of the Iowa Arboretum & Gardens, a captivating haven for your dream wedding. Schedule a tour today!
- [Treehouse Village](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/treehousevillage/) - Learn more, purchase tickets, and explore the Adele & Dean Bowden Treehouse Village at the Iowa Arboretum & Gardens. View group visit and field trip options...
- [Employment](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/get-involved/employment/) - The Iowa Arboretum & Gardens is a community-supported public garden inspiring curiosity, discovery, and appreciation of the natural landscape. It strives to...
- [Volunteer](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/get-involved/volunteer/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Volunteer at the Arboretum![/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]There are a number of different ways you can help be apart of all that is happening at
- [Corporate Friend](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/6208-2/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Become a Corporate Friend [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Corporate Friend Benefits We
- [Become a Member](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/get-involved/become-a-member/) - Join the Iowa Arboretum & Gardens and unlock a world of natural wonders! Please direct questions you have about membership to Heather Bass at 515-795-3216 or...
- [Gift Shop](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/visit/gift-shop/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]The Gift Shop[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” link_option_url=”https://iowaarboretum.org/get-involved/become-a-member/” link_option_url_new_window=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”]Support the Iowa Arboretum & Gardens with a unique treasure from our Gift Shop! Whether a keepsake
- [Photography](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/photography/) - We invite photographers to capture the scenic views and create lasting memories. If you're planning to take wedding, family, or graduation photos, just check...
- [Birthday Parties](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/birthday-parties/) - Birthday Parties: "The kids had a great time! On our way home, the kids said they loved hiking on the trails and finding treasures in nature. Thank you!"
- [Wildlife](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/visit/wildlife/) - The Iowa Arboretum & Gardens takes great pride in attracting and protecting wildlife across our 170 acres. Find insects, birds, amphibians, reptiles, or mammals
- [Nearby Attractions](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/visit/local-gardens-and-attractions/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Conifer-Collection.png” title_text=”Conifer Collection” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Local Gardens & Other Attractions[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Central Iowa Public Gardens
- [Página principal en español](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/home/pagina-principal-en-espanol/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_color=”off” background_enable_image=”off” parallax=”on” background_blend=”soft-light” position_origin_r=”bottom_left” vertical_offset=”14px” custom_padding=”|0px||||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Iowa-Arboretum_Landscape_cropped.jpg” min_height=”598px” custom_margin=”|85px|18px|auto||” custom_padding=”|0px|17px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px|409px|||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https://brushfire.com/iowaarboretum/iowaarboretumtickets/calendar/” button_text=”¡COMPRA TUS ENTRADAS AQUÍ! ” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#FFFFFF” button_bg_color=”#087154″ button_border_width=”8px” background_layout=”dark” custom_margin=”||-4px|||” custom_padding=”0px|25px|6px|||” global_module=”2139″ saved_tabs=”all”
- [Newsletters](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/newsletters/) - We've had so much happen over the past few years. Check out our archived newsletters from the beginning, and be on the lookout for the next newsletter soon!
- [Mission & History](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/history-mission/) - The Iowa Arboretum & Gardens is a community supported public garden inspiring curiosity, discovery, and appreciation of the natural landscape. Learn more...
- [Coffman Viburnum Walk](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/ourplants/coffmanviburnumwalk/) - With over 150 species worldwide, viburnums are culturally important plants to many peoples. The viburnum walk displays varieties of this popular landscape shrub
- [Butterfly Garden](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/ourplants/butterfly-garden/) - Did you know that Iowa has recorded over 100 butterfly species (including skippers)? These beloved insects are likely to be spotted in the Butterfly Garden.
- [Children's Garden](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/ourplants/childrensgarden/) - The Children’s Garden is a place to explore and discover the fantastical world of plants. We encourage our guests to touch, smell, see, and hear in this garden.
- [Alpine Garden](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/ourplants/alpine-garden/) - Alpine garden designs have been around for centuries where gardeners attempt to replicate high elevation environments to grow plants found above the timber line
- [Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/frequently-asked-questions-faq/) - Frequently asked questions: What is the Iowa Arboretum & Gardens? How much does it cost to visit? What are your hours? Are dogs allowed on the grounds?
- [Bluestem](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/ourplants/bluestem-garden/) - Bluestem is an environmental art piece named for big bluestem, emulating the feeling of walking through tallgrass prairie which once covered nearly 80% of Iowa.
- [Mobility Scooter](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/visit/mobility-scooter/) - Guests with mobility challenges now have the opportunity to check out a mobility scooter for use to help them explore the trails and pathways.
- [Live Bird Cam](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/live-bird-cam/) - The Iowa Arboretum & Gardens Live Bird Cam brings the vibrant birdlife of the Arboretum's 170-acre grounds directly to your screen. Focused on the active feedin
- [Trial Program Resources](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/trialprogram/trialprogramresources/) - Iowa Arboretum & Gardens Trial Program resources including past reports, newsletters, articles, and media appearances. Click here to check out all our resources
- [Trial Program](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/trialprogram/) - This nationally recognized trial program and garden provides valuable plant research, outreach, and recommendations to help Iowa's gardeners be more successful.
- [Arboretum Staff](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/arboretum-staff/) - They say it takes a village, and our village is full of amazing staff who use their gifts and ability to help keep our Iowa Arboretum & Gardens a place for ...
- [Map](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/map/) - Thinking of visiting our Arboretum? Use this downloadable map to help you navigate the Iowa Arboretum & Gardens 170+ acres of gardens and natural spaces.
- [Educational Programs](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/educational-programs/) - Elevate your group experience with interactive group education programs and activities that enhances your outing and take your field trip to the next level!
- [Group Visits](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/group-visits/) - Iowa Arboretum & Gardens is a great destination for group visits of all ages and sizes. Groups planning to visit must reserve spots at least 2 weeks in advance.
- [Resources](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/partnerships/resources/) - From gardening questions to conservation how-to's we've got many resource partners to choose from to help! Browse the catalog of hand picked organizations!
- [A Place to Stay!](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/a-place-to-stay/) - Are you in search of a place to stay for your Arboretum visit? Discover the charm of "607 Guest House!" Situated a mere 20 minutes from our lovely Arboretum...
- [Boone County Trails](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/partnerships/boone-county-trails/) - The Iowa Arboretum & Gardens is working with the Boone County Trails Advisory Committee to bring a bike trail to the “front door” of the Iowa Arboretum.
- [Boy Scouts](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/partnerships/boy-scouts/) - The Iowa Arboretum has been the home for many Eagle Scout Projects. Thank you to the scouts, their families, and friends for improving the Arboretum.
- [Partnerships](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/partnerships/) - Partnerships: The Iowa Arboretum and Gardens is a proud member of several partnership organizations. We also acknowledge accrediting and conservation partners.
- [Supporters](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/supporters/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Conifer-Collection.png” title_text=”Conifer Collection” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Supporters A special thank you for support provided by several foundations, corporations, and grants from government agencies
- [Board of Directors](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/board-of-directors/) - Meet the Iowa Arboretum & Gardens' Board of Directors including officers and members. The Board of Directors are elected by members to serve in many ways.
- [History](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/history/) - The Iowa State Horticultural Society (ISHS) was founded in 1866 for the purpose of promoting and encouraging horticulture and its related interests. In 1966 ...
- [Strategic Goals](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/strategic-goals/) - Strategic goals are how the arboretum prioritizes enhancements to gardens, grounds, and facilities. These short-term goals are distilled from the Master Plan.
- [Master Plan](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/masterplan/) - The Iowa Arboretum & Gardens Master Plan is a document developed in 2018 used as a "road map" for future enhancement of the gardens, grounds, and facilities.
- [Plant Collections](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/plant-collections/) - The Iowa Arboretum & Gardens plant collections feature some of the oldest botanical collections in Iowa alongside continually growing contemporary collections.
- [Natural Resources](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/natural-resources/) - The vast natural resources across the Iowa Arboretum & Gardens' 160 acres includes prairie restorations, native woodland, ravines, and more. Learn more...
- [Our Plants](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/ourplants/) - Learn more about our plants at the Iowa Arboretum and Gardens! Explore gardens, natural resources, or some of the oldest plant collections in the state of Iowa.
- [Rentar el Iowa Arboretum para un Evento](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/rentar-el-iowa-arboretum-para-un-evento/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/DJI_20260522121313_0001_D.jpg” height=”504px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”60px” background_color=”#FFFFFF” text_orientation=”center” width=”76%” module_alignment=”center” min_height=”63px” height_tablet=”” height_phone=”auto” height_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”430px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”20px||20px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”60px” text_font_size_phone=”30px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]RENTAR PARA UN EVENTO[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” min_height=”178.6px” custom_padding=”|0px||||”
- [Fiestas de Cumpleaños](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/fiestas-de-cumpleanos/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/birthday-party-with-hanging-ribbons-garland-decorated-room_1268-30630.avif” height=”508px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” title_text=”birthday-party-with-hanging-ribbons-garland-decorated-room_1268-30630″ sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”60px” background_color=”#FFFFFF” text_orientation=”center” width=”76%” module_alignment=”center” min_height=”42.8px” height_tablet=”” height_phone=”auto” height_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”430px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”20px||20px||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ text_font_size_tablet=”60px” text_font_size_phone=”30px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”
- [Visitas en Grupo](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/visitas-en-grupo/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/043-scaled.jpg” height=”508px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”60px” background_color=”#FFFFFF” text_orientation=”center” width=”76%” module_alignment=”center” min_height=”42.8px” height_tablet=”” height_phone=”auto” height_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”430px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”20px||20px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”60px” text_font_size_phone=”30px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]VISITAS EN GRUPO[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” min_height=”995.8px” custom_margin=”-26px|auto||auto||”
- [Membresia](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/membresia/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/IMG_7135-scaled.jpg” height=”500px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” title_text=”IMG_7135″ sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”60px” background_color=”#FFFFFF” text_orientation=”center” width=”76%” module_alignment=”center” height_tablet=”” height_phone=”auto” height_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”430px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”20px||20px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”60px” text_font_size_phone=”30px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]MEMBRESIA[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”|0px||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″
- [Bodas](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/bodas/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” custom_padding=”|0px||||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” min_height=”472px” height=”472px” max_height=”472px” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Screenshot-2026-04-16-121344-1.png” title_text=”Screenshot 2026-04-16 121344″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” height=”429px” max_height=”429px” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/CUTE-WEDDING-WEBSITE.jpg” title_text=”CUTE WEDDING WEBSITE” show_bottom_space=”off” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” max_width=”98%” min_height=”345px”
- [Visita](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/visita/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||-64px|-90px||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/487206011_1103268235176284_6793159621300615837_n-scaled.jpg” min_height=”505px” height_tablet=”” height_phone=”250px” height_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”|auto|35px|auto||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px|409px|||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”57px” text_line_height=”1em” background_color=”#FFFFFF” width=”76%” module_alignment=”center” min_height=”49.8px” height=”65px” max_height=”100px” custom_margin=”413px||-313px||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”404px||-313px||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”450px||-313px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”10px||0px|||” text_font_size_tablet=”57px” text_font_size_phone=”27px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]VISITANDO IOWA ARBORETUM
- [Preguntas Frecuentes](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/preguntas-frecuentes/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Preguntas Frecuentes[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]¿Que es el Iowa Arboretum & Gardens? El arboreto es un jardín público apoyado por la comunidad que tiene bellos jardínes, arboledas, bosque nativo, praderas, espacios de
- [Memorials and Honorariums](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/donate/memorials-and-honorariums/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Support-9.png” title_text=”Support (9)” align=”center” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” height=”245px” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]
- [Endowments](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/endowments/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Support-2.png” title_text=”Support (2)” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” module_alignment=”center” height=”245px” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]ENDOWMENT Contributing to the Iowa ArboretumEndowment Fund ensures lasting supportfor the Arboretum. This fund, managed
- [CAPITAL PROJECTS](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/capital-projects/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Support-10.png” title_text=”Support (10)” align=”center” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” height=”245px” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]CAPITAL PROJECTS In 2018, the Arboretum completed its Master Plan for future development of
- [Volunteer Training Modules](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/hortvoltraining/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” min_height=”654.1px” custom_margin=”|auto|38px|auto||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Volunteer Training Modules[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Welcome to the Iowa Arboretum & Gardens Horticulture/Grounds Training Modules! This is a resource to prepare you for the service you will be helping
- [WISH LIST](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/wish-list/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Support-6.png” title_text=”Support (6)” align=”center” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” height=”245px” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Tractor.jpg” title_text=”Tractor” admin_label=”Tractor” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Video-Conferencing-Camera.jpg” title_text=”Video Conferencing Camera” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default”
- [Dog Friendly](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/visit/dog-friendly/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Dog Friendly[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/We-Love-Dogs-2.jpg” alt=”pooch-rules-iowa-arboretum” title_text=”We Love Dogs! (2)” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″ max_height=”1000px” height=”394px” align=”center”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_image src=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/DogRules-scaled-2.jpeg” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″ title_text=”DogRules-scaled (2)”
- [GOLDEN TREE SOCIETY](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/golden-tree-society/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Support-7.png” title_text=”Support (7)” align=”center” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” height=”245px” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]GOLDEN TREE SOCIETY This program is a cumulative lifetime donor recognition program. It
- [Walnut Trail](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/natural-resources/walnut-trail/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IMG_7099-scaled.jpg” height=”500px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”60px” background_color=”#FFFFFF” text_orientation=”center” width=”76%” module_alignment=”center” height_tablet=”” height_phone=”auto” height_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”430px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”20px||20px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”60px” text_font_size_phone=”30px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]WALNUT TRAIL[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text
- [Planned Giving](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/planned-giving/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Support-5.png” title_text=”Support (5)” align=”center” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” height=”245px” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]PLANNED GIVING Planned giving, often referred to as legacy giving, is a strategic way for
- [Donate](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/donate/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Support-4.png” title_text=”Support (4)” align=”center” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” height=”245px” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” min_height=”655.2px” custom_margin=”33px|auto||auto||” custom_padding=”34px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Donate to the Iowa Arboretum & Gardens YOUR SUPPORT MAKES A DIFFERENCEBy
- [Native Prairie Restoration](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/natural-resources/native-prairie-restoration/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IMG_1044.jpg” height=”500px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”60px” background_color=”#FFFFFF” text_orientation=”center” width=”76%” module_alignment=”center” height_tablet=”” height_phone=”auto” height_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”430px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”20px||20px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”60px” text_font_size_phone=”30px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]PRAIRIE RESTORATION[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text
- [Coralberry Trail](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/natural-resources/coralberry-trail/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/PXL_20240506_215850370-scaled.jpg” height=”500px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” title_text=”Coralberry Trail Cover” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”60px” background_color=”#FFFFFF” text_orientation=”center” width=”76%” module_alignment=”center” height_tablet=”” height_phone=”auto” height_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”430px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”20px||20px||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ text_font_size_tablet=”60px” text_font_size_phone=”30px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone”
- [Herrick Memorial Trail](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/natural-resources/herrick-memorial-trail/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0452-scaled.jpg” height=”500px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”60px” background_color=”#FFFFFF” text_orientation=”center” width=”76%” module_alignment=”center” height_tablet=”” height_phone=”auto” height_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”430px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”20px||20px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”60px” text_font_size_phone=”30px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]HERRICK MEMORIAL TRAIL[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default”
- [Overlook Trail](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/natural-resources/overlook-trail/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/PXL_20231019_201333667-1-scaled.jpg” height=”500px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”60px” background_color=”#FFFFFF” text_orientation=”center” width=”76%” module_alignment=”center” height_tablet=”” height_phone=”auto” height_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”430px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”20px||20px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”60px” text_font_size_phone=”30px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]OVERLOOK TRAIL[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text
- [Treehouse Village Trail](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/natural-resources/treehousevillagetrail/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/FB_IMG_1754243593490.jpg” height=”500px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”60px” background_color=”#FFFFFF” text_orientation=”center” width=”76%” module_alignment=”center” height_tablet=”” height_phone=”auto” height_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”425px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”20px||20px||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ text_font_size_tablet=”60px” text_font_size_phone=”30px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]TREEHOUSE VILLAGE TRAIL[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″
- [Support the Iowa Arboretum!](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/donate/support-the-iowa-arboretum/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Support.png” title_text=”Support the Iowa Arboretum and Gardens” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″ alt=”Green and gold tree bark “][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/DONATE.png” alt=”Red Maple tree leaves” title_text=”Donate to
- [All Ways to Donate](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/all-ways-to-donate/) - There are numerous avenues through which you or your company can contribute to the Iowa Arboretum and provide support.
- [The Founder's Grove](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/ourplants/the-founders-grove/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/IMG_2201-scaled.jpg” height=”500px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”60px” background_color=”#FFFFFF” text_orientation=”center” width=”76%” module_alignment=”center” height_tablet=”” height_phone=”auto” height_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”430px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”20px||20px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”60px” text_font_size_phone=”30px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]FOUNDER’S GROVE[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”20px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”20px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”30px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column
- [Prairie Strip](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/ourplants/prairie-strip/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/IMG_8336-scaled.jpg” height=”500px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”60px” background_color=”#FFFFFF” text_orientation=”center” width=”76%” module_alignment=”center” height_tablet=”” height_phone=”auto” height_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”430px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”20px||20px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”60px” text_font_size_phone=”30px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]PRAIRIE STRIP[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text
- [Jacobson Conifer Garden](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/ourplants/jacobson-conifer-garden/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Picture2-scaled.jpg” height=”500px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”60px” background_color=”#FFFFFF” text_orientation=”center” width=”84%” module_alignment=”center” height_tablet=”” height_phone=”auto” height_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”414px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”430px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”20px||20px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”60px” text_font_size_phone=”30px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]JACOBSON CONIFER GARDEN[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default”
- [Iowa Hosta Garden](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/ourplants/iowahostagarden/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Iowa-Hosta-Garden.jpg” height=”500px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”60px” background_color=”#FFFFFF” text_orientation=”center” width=”76%” module_alignment=”center” height_tablet=”” height_phone=”auto” height_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”430px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”20px||20px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”60px” text_font_size_phone=”30px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]IOWA HOSTA GARDEN[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default”
- [SPONSORSHIPS](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/sponsorships/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]SPONSORSHIPS Sponsorships offer unique opportunities for targeted recognition for your organization by guests visiting the Arboretum throughout the year. A sponsorship helps us help you through increased brand exposure,
- [Hosta Collection](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/plant-collections/hosta-collection/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/IMG_3321-scaled.jpg” height=”500px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”60px” background_color=”#FFFFFF” text_orientation=”center” width=”76%” module_alignment=”center” height_tablet=”” height_phone=”auto” height_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”430px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”20px||20px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”60px” text_font_size_phone=”30px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]HOSTA COLLECTION[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default”
- [Theresa Schutt Hosta House](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/ourplants/theresa-schutt-hosta-house/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/IMG_3316-scaled.jpg” height=”500px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”50px” background_color=”#FFFFFF” text_orientation=”center” width=”76%” module_alignment=”center” height_tablet=”” height_phone=”auto” height_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”430px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”20px||20px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”60px” text_font_size_phone=”30px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]THERESA SCHUTT HOSTA HOUSE[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″
- [Daylily Collection](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/plant-collections/daylily-collection/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IMG_3298-scaled.jpg” height=”500px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”60px” background_color=”#FFFFFF” text_orientation=”center” width=”76%” module_alignment=”center” height_tablet=”” height_phone=”auto” height_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”430px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”20px||20px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”60px” text_font_size_phone=”30px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]DAYLILY COLLECTION[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text
- [Iris Collection](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/plant-collections/iris-collection/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/DJI_20250527132505_0028_D-1-scaled.jpg” height=”500px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”60px” background_color=”#FFFFFF” text_orientation=”center” width=”76%” module_alignment=”center” height_tablet=”” height_phone=”auto” height_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”430px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”20px||20px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”60px” text_font_size_phone=”30px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]IRIS COLLECTION[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text
- [Iris and Daylily Garden](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/ourplants/iris-and-daylily-garden/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/106419435_10157025993591857_2917134676730998927_n.jpg” height=”500px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”60px” background_color=”#FFFFFF” text_orientation=”center” width=”76%” module_alignment=”center” height_tablet=”” height_phone=”auto” height_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”430px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”20px||20px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”60px” text_font_size_phone=”30px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]IRIS & DAYLILY GARDEN[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″
- [Windbreak](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/ourplants/windbreak/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Windbreak-picture.png” height=”500px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”60px” background_color=”#FFFFFF” text_orientation=”center” width=”76%” module_alignment=”center” height_tablet=”” height_phone=”auto” height_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”430px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”20px||20px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”60px” text_font_size_phone=”30px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]Windbreak[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″
- [Trees for Poorly Drained Soils](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/ourplants/trees-for-poorly-drained-soils/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/DJI_20251027133700_0015_D-scaled.jpg” height=”500px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” title_text=”Wetland Tree Grove Cover” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”60px” background_color=”#FFFFFF” text_orientation=”center” width=”76%” module_alignment=”center” height_tablet=”” height_phone=”auto” height_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”430px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”20px||20px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”60px” text_font_size_phone=”30px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”
- [Perennial Garden](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/ourplants/perennial-garden/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/IMG_0144-1-scaled.jpg” height=”500px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” title_text=”IMG_0144 (1)” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”60px” background_color=”#FFFFFF” text_orientation=”center” width=”76%” module_alignment=”center” height_tablet=”” height_phone=”auto” height_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”430px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”20px||20px||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ text_font_size_tablet=”60px” text_font_size_phone=”30px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”
- [Palustrine Wetland](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/ourplants/palustrine-wetland/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Palustrine-wetland-banner-scaled.jpg” height=”500px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” title_text=”Palustrine wetland banner” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”60px” background_color=”#FFFFFF” text_orientation=”center” width=”76%” module_alignment=”center” height_tablet=”” height_phone=”auto” height_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”430px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”20px||20px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”60px” text_font_size_phone=”30px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]PALUSTRINE
- [Nut Trees](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/ourplants/nut-trees/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/PXL_20230927_193911199-scaled.jpg” height=”500px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”60px” background_color=”#FFFFFF” text_orientation=”center” width=”76%” module_alignment=”center” height_tablet=”” height_phone=”auto” height_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”430px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”20px||20px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”60px” text_font_size_phone=”30px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]NUT TREE GROVE[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default”
- [Governor's Oak Grove](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/ourplants/governors-oak-grove/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/017-Quercus-X-saulii.-81053AJPG.png” height=”500px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”60px” background_color=”#FFFFFF” text_orientation=”center” width=”76%” module_alignment=”center” height_tablet=”” height_phone=”auto” height_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”420px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”20px||20px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”60px” text_font_size_phone=”30px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”] GOVERNOR’S OAK GROVE [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”20px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”20px||||false|false”
- [Oak Collection](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/plant-collections/oak-collection/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/DJI_Fly_25_9_4_0.jpg” height=”500px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”60px” background_color=”#FFFFFF” text_orientation=”center” width=”76%” module_alignment=”center” height_tablet=”” height_phone=”auto” height_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”430px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”20px||20px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”60px” text_font_size_phone=”30px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”] OAK COLLECTION [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″
- [Nut Tree Collection](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/plant-collections/nut-tree-collection/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/DJI_20251027133818_0019_D-scaled.jpg” height=”500px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”60px” background_color=”#FFFFFF” text_orientation=”center” width=”76%” module_alignment=”center” height_tablet=”” height_phone=”auto” height_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”430px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”20px||20px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”60px” text_font_size_phone=”30px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”] NUT TREE COLLECTION [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″
- [Waterside Garden](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/ourplants/waterside-garden/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/PXL_20230103_1655081512-scaled.jpg” height=”500px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”60px” background_color=”#FFFFFF” text_orientation=”center” width=”76%” module_alignment=”center” height_tablet=”” height_phone=”auto” height_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”430px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”20px||20px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”60px” text_font_size_phone=”30px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”] WATERSIDE GARDEN [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″
- [Flowering Tree Grove](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/ourplants/flowering-tree-grove/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Cornus-mas.jpg” height=”500px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”60px” background_color=”#FFFFFF” text_orientation=”center” width=”76%” module_alignment=”center” height_tablet=”” height_phone=”auto” height_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”430px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”20px||20px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”60px” text_font_size_phone=”30px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”] FLOWERING TREE GROVE [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″
- [Tea House Garden](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/ourplants/tea-house-garden/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/IMG_2280-1-scaled.jpg” height=”500px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” title_text=”Tea House Garden Cover” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”60px” background_color=”#FFFFFF” text_orientation=”center” width=”76%” module_alignment=”center” height_tablet=”” height_phone=”auto” height_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”430px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”20px||20px||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ text_font_size_tablet=”60px” text_font_size_phone=”30px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone”
- [Deciduous Windbreak](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/ourplants/deciduouswindbreak/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Deciduous-Windbreak.jpg” height=”500px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”60px” background_color=”#FFFFFF” text_orientation=”center” width=”76%” module_alignment=”center” height_tablet=”” height_phone=”auto” height_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”430px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”20px||20px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”60px” text_font_size_phone=”30px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”] DECIDUOUS WINDBREAK [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″
- [Stout Silver Medal Award Winner Garden](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/ourplants/stout-silver-medal-award-winner-garden/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/IMG_3295-scaled.jpg” height=”500px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” title_text=”Stout Daylilies” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”32px” background_color=”#FFFFFF” text_orientation=”center” width=”85%” module_alignment=”center” height_tablet=”” height_phone=”auto” height_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”430px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”20px||20px||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ text_font_size_tablet=”60px” text_font_size_phone=”30px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]STOUT SILVER MEDAL
- [Shrub Border](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/ourplants/shrubborder/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Lilac-Shrub-Border-scaled.jpg” height=”500px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”60px” background_color=”#FFFFFF” text_orientation=”center” width=”76%” module_alignment=”center” height_tablet=”” height_phone=”auto” height_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”430px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”20px||20px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”60px” text_font_size_phone=”30px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”] SHRUB BORDER [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″
- [Things to Do!](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/thingstodo/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Things to Do! Thinking of visiting our Arboretum? Scroll down and see all the different things you and your family can do here at the Iowa Arboretum & Gardens! [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section
- [Horticulture Volunteer Home](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/horticulture-volunteer-home/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Header” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”gcid-1cd7305f-fd20-421c-b36d-bb3da4e244c4″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_type=”circular” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(247,242,239,0.8) 10%|rgba(255,255,255,0) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Trial-Garden-1-scaled.jpg” parallax=”on” custom_padding=”10vw||10vw||true|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-1cd7305f-fd20-421c-b36d-bb3da4e244c4%22:%91%22background_color%22%93}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”none” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”a7480973-e0e6-4e76-ae01-5824ea49b457″ text_font_size=”48px” header_font_size=”20vw” header_2_font_size=”55px” text_orientation=”center” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”] Horticulture Volunteer Home [/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”02437d7e-26a5-4d21-b1eb-89d99a1709ff” text_orientation=”center” max_width=”700px” module_alignment=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”] This is
- [Get Involved](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/get-involved/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Memberships (New, Renewing Members, or Gift Membership) [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Family-walking-2-moms_2.jpg” title_text=”Family walking 2 moms_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default”
- [Orchard and Herb Garden](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/ourplants/orchardandherbgarden/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/PXL_20240806_214305411-scaled.jpg” height=”500px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”60px” background_color=”#FFFFFF” text_orientation=”center” width=”76%” module_alignment=”center” height_tablet=”” height_phone=”auto” height_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”430px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”20px||20px||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ text_font_size_tablet=”60px” text_font_size_phone=”30px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] ORCHARD & HERB GARDEN [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.2″
- [Conifer Collection](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/plant-collections/conifer-collection/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Picture2-scaled.jpg” height=”500px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”60px” background_color=”#FFFFFF” text_orientation=”center” width=”76%” module_alignment=”center” height_tablet=”” height_phone=”auto” height_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”430px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”20px||20px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”60px” text_font_size_phone=”30px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”] CONIFER COLLECTION [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”20px” global_colors_info=”{}”] What is a conifer?
- [Iowa Breeder Garden](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/ourplants/iowa-breeder-garden/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Iowa-Breeder-Garden.jpg” height=”500px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”60px” background_color=”#FFFFFF” text_orientation=”center” width=”76%” module_alignment=”center” height_tablet=”” height_phone=”auto” height_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”430px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”20px||20px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”60px” text_font_size_phone=”30px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”] IOWA BREEDER GARDEN [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”20px” global_colors_info=”{}”] Preserving Iowa’s Plant
- [Dry Creek Bed](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/ourplants/dry-creek-bed/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Entrance-2024.jpg” height=”500px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”60px” background_color=”#FFFFFF” text_orientation=”center” width=”76%” module_alignment=”center” height_tablet=”” height_phone=”auto” height_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”418px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”430px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”20px||20px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”60px” text_font_size_phone=”30px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”] DRY CREEK BED [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”20px” global_colors_info=”{}”] Managing Storm Water
- [Directions](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/directions/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Conifer-Collection.png” title_text=”Conifer Collection” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] DIRECTIONS The Iowa Arboretum is located between Boone and Madrid in rural Boone County. We are easily accessible by paved roads. [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] FROM
- [Summer Concert Series FAQ’S](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/summer-concert-series-faqs/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||7px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”] Summer Concert Series FAQ’S Frequently Asked Questions [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||7px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”] When do the doors open?Ticket sales start at 5 pm. Food trucks will begin serving food at 5
- [Timeline](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/timeline/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Timeline of Milestones [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/History-Outline_Page_1-scaled.jpg” title_text=”History Outline_Page_1″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/History-Outline_Page_2-scaled.jpg” title_text=”History Outline_Page_2″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_image src=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/History-Outline_Page_3-scaled.jpg” title_text=”History Outline_Page_3″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_image src=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/History-Outline_Page_4-scaled.jpg” title_text=”History
- [Drone Footage](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/visit/drone-footage/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Iowa Arboretum Drone Footage of the Grounds [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ theme_builder_area=”post_content” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” type=”4_4″ theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_video src=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/IowaArboretum-HDQuality.mp4″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” title_text=”IowaArboretum-HDQuality” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_video][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
- [Events](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/events/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Upcoming Events [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Click on event to learn more [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Finding-Turtle-Farm.jpeg” title_text=”Finding Turtle Farm” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Practical
- [Tours](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/visit/tours/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ theme_builder_area=”post_content” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” type=”4_4″ theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] Tours [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” type=”4_4″ theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_image src=”https://iowaarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Mary-Ellen-Silver-Leads-a-Tour-scaled.jpeg” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” title_text=”Mary-Ellen-Silver-Leads-a-Tour” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” type=”4_4″ theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” text_font_size=”16px” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] The Arboretum provides guided tours of the grounds and

## Events

- [Iowa Young Birders Program](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/iowa-young-birders-program/) - Looking for a fun, free way to get the kids outside before school starts? Join us for a family-friendly afternoon of birding at the beautiful Iowa Arboretum and Gardens! With over 160 acres of woodlands, prairies, and wetlands, it is the perfect spot for your young explorers to discover Iowa's colorful summer wildlife. Event Details
- [YOGA in the GARDENS](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/yoga-in-the-gardens-3/) - Here is everything you need to know for this upcoming weekend session: Event DetailsDate: Sunday, August 16, 2026Time: 9:00 AMLocation: Iowa Arboretum & GardensWhat to Bring: Your own yoga mat, a water bottle, and a towel to place under your mat for morning dew. Why Practice in Nature?Practicing outdoors offers a complete wellness reset through five key
- [Trial Program Field Day](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/trial-program-field-day/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.27.7″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”] YOU ARE INVITED! Join the Iowa Arboretum & Gardens Trial Program for their third annual Field Day! The Trial Garden will be open from
- [TUNES IN THE TREES](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/tunes-in-the-trees-3/) - TUESDAY, AUGUST 11, 2026 5pm-8pm ~ Join us for this family friendly outdoor concert event featuring THE NADAS! Food trucks open at 5 pm. Bring your lawn chairs, picnic blanket, the kids, your neighbors and the family dog! Lawn activities for the kids! We will be inside if it rains. Food Truck 5:00–7:45 PM
- [KIDS CLIMB Tree Climbing Event](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/kids-climb-tree-climbing-event-2/) - Sunday August 9, 2026 – Join us from 10:00am-12:00pm for safe tree climbing with the Iowa Arborist Association! All equipment (helmet, harness, etc.) is provided. FREE with paid admission. Members are always FREE!
- [TUNES IN THE TREES](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/tunes-in-the-trees-2/) - Today's Concert Has Been Moved Indoors. TUESDAY, JULY 14, 2026 5 pm - 8 pm ~ Join us for this family-friendly outdoor concert event featuring RHYTHMIC REWIND! Bring your lawn chairs, picnic blanket, the kids, your neighbors, and the family dog! NEW THIS YEAR: Lawn activities for the kids! *On rainy or very
- [TUNES IN THE TREES](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/tunes-in-the-trees-4/) - TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2026 5 pm-8 pm ~ Join us for this family-friendly outdoor concert event featuring FAT TUESDAY & THE GREASEFIRE HORNS! Food trucks open at 5 pm. Treehouse Village Playtime until 6 pm ($5 per person/free for Members). Bring your lawn chairs, picnic blanket, the kids, your neighbors, and the family dog! NEW
- [YOGA in the GARDENS](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/yoga-in-the-gardens/) - Practicing yoga in the beauty of nature offers a complete reset for your mind, body, and spirit through these five key benefits: Eases Aches & Improves Mobility Melts Stress & Boosts Mood Supports Heart Health & Vitality Sharpens Mindfulness & Mental Clarity Nourishes Self-Care & Connection Meet Your Instructor Erin Luense is an Iowa native
- [Garden Social & Auction 2026](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/garden-social-auction-2026/) - Join us for our annual fundraiser to support the Iowa Arboretum & Gardens on Saturday, May 9, 2026 Click Here for tickets or table sponsorships
- [What Chinese Gardens Teach Us About Living with Nature](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/what-chinese-gardens-teach-us-about-living-with-nature/) - Cultural workshop offered during our Annual Plant Sale! Phoebe Liang D’Alessandro is an expert in Chinese philosophy, culture, and China-related issues. She served as a Chinese language and culture professor at Drake University from 2019 to 2022 and has been a Chinese culture ambassador with CultureALL since 2014. Join us as Phoebe presents information about
- [TUNES IN THE TREES](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/tunes-in-the-trees/) - TUESDAY, JUNE 9, 2026 5pm-8pm ~ Join us for this family friendly outdoor concert event featuring the award winning WEARY RAMBLERS! Food trucks open at 5pm. $10/Members; $15/General Public BUY A SEASON TICKET AND SAVE! Get 4 concert admissions for the price of 3! BUY SEASON TICKETS HERE Treehouse Village Playtime until 6pm ($5 per
- [ANNUAL PLANT SALE!](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/annual-plant-sale-2/) - Enhance and beautify your garden with the best plants at the annual Plant Sale at Iowa Arboretum & Gardens! Discover an outstanding selection of perennials and specialty plants carefully chosen for their beauty, performance, and suitability for Iowa landscapes. Whether you’re refreshing a garden bed, adding vibrant color, or searching for that one standout specimen,
- [ISU Xi Sigma Pi Maple Syrup Day](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/xi-sigma-pi-maple-syrup-day/) - Come for all you can eat pancakes and learn about the maple syrup process! Other demonstrations include timber sports, wood turning craft, and educational displays. Students running the day are from the ISU Xi Sigma Pi Forestry program. Saturday, April 4, 2026 from 8am-11am
- [2026 Spring Fever Symposium](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/2026-spring-fever-symposium/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] SEED STORIES Join us for our biggest education event of the year! We have an incredible lineup of speakers to pack this day with
- [ISU ~ Xi Sigma Pi Maple Syrup Day](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/isu-xi-sigma-pi-maple-syrup-day/) - Saturday, April 4, 2026 from 8am to 11am ~ Join us for all you can eat pancakes and a variety of demonstrations and educational displays about maple syrup & trees!
- [CLASSIC CAR SHOW](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/classic-car-show-2/) - SUNDAY, JUNE 7, 2026 11am to 2pm ~ Bring your classic car to show or just show up and marvel at the classic beauties lining our lot and grounds! Food trucks will be on hand so you can have a bite while you peruse the collection. BRINGING A CAR TO SHOW? Arrive between 10 -10:45am
- [ARBOR DAY CELEBRATION!](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/arbor-day-celebration-4/) - SATURDAY, APRIL 25, 2026 ~ 9am to 12noon Join us for our annual celebration of all things trees ~ from tree themed activities and crafts to Treehouse Village Playtime and KIDS CLIMB event with the Iowa Arborists Association on site to assist with tree climbing! We'll also have scavenger hunts, snacks, tree planting ceremony and
- [Run for the Trees & NEW KIDS FUN RUN!](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/run-for-the-trees-new-kids-fun-run/) - SATURDAY, APRIL 25, 2026 ~ REGISTER HERE ~ Join us to support the Iowa Arboretum & Gardens by running the 5K or walking the 1K along our amazing gardens, prairie and woodland grounds during the heart of springtime - individuals, groups or families are welcomed to participate! NEW THIS YEAR - we have added a
- [Taking Time to See ~ a workshop in watercolor journaling](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/6808/) - [et_pb_section][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text]Taking Time to See ~ a workshop in watercolor journaling ~ with artist Jane Marie Degeneffe ~ Sunday, April 19, 2026 from Noon to 3pm ~ Registration is required and space is limited. $25 per person. REGISTER HERE In this workshop, you begin with choosing one of the flowers or branches provided to focus
- [Winter is for the Birds!](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/winter-is-for-the-birds/) - Saturday January 31, 2026 ~ 1pm-3pm ~ Join us as we explore, observe, and identify Iowa winter birds with guidance from avid and expert birder, Karl Jungbluth. This family oriented program includes outdoor activities, so dress for the weather! Program is FREE for Arboretum members. BECOME A MEMBER HERE Program is included with
- [Forevergreens Holiday Fundraiser](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/forevergreens-holiday-fundraiser/) - Support the Iowa Arboretum & Gardens by making your home festive for the holidays! These are great gifts for neighbors, friends and loved ones, as well. Stop by and choose yours during our open hours - weekdays 9am-4pm Monday, December 1, 2025 through Friday, December 5, 2025. Prices vary among the wide selection of living
- [Dad's Belgian Waffles](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/dads-belgian-waffles-5/) - Join us from 9-11:30am on Saturday, March 14, 2026 for all you can eat waffles! Waffles, sausages and beverages will be served with whipped cream, fun toppings and flavored syrups. $10 per person – age 5 and under eat FREE! We will also have some crafts and outdoor activities (weather depending)! A delicious & fun
- [Treehouses at Twilight - Harvest Hootenanny](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/treehouses-at-twilight-harvest-hootenanny/) - Join us for Treehouses at Twilight - Harvest Hootenanny on Thursday, September 25, 2025 from 6pm-9pm. This is an event where the adults can be a kid again in Treehouses, at an elevated play area, and along the woodland trails. Each ticket includes 21+ admission, one featured drink ticket, adult snacks and beverages, musical entertainment
- [Pressed Flower Art Workshop](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/pressed-flower-art-workshop-2/) - Pressed Flower Art Workshop – Sunday, August 24, 2025 from 1:00pm-3:00pm Participants choose from a range of flowers and leaves picked, pressed right here at the arboretum and ready for your personalized creation! Use chosen flowers to make: Designed & laminated bookmark, Styled arrangement on cardstock, Craft a frame for your creation, Bring your own frame from home (recommended sizes 5×7
- [Family Funday Sunday!](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/family-funday-sunday-9/) - Join us for some learning and exploration fun! The topic for Sunday, October 26, 2025 is Spooky Science, where we'll discover all sorts of interesting science facts that some people think are spooky! 10am-12noon, open house style. Activities are free with paid admission. Members are always free! AFTERWARDS, JOIN US FOR THE TRICK OR TREAT
- [Family Funday Sunday!](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/family-funday-sunday-8/) - Join us for some learning and exploration fun! The topic for Sunday, October 12, 2025 is Water Study, where we'll discover all sorts of interesting facts about water and sources of water all around and near the Iowa Arboretum. 10am-12noon, open house style. Activities are free with paid admission. Members are always free!
- [Family Funday Sunday!](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/family-funday-sunday-7/) - Join us for some learning and exploration fun! The topic for Sunday, September 28, 2025 is Paper Crafts, where we'll discover all sorts of ways to create interesting crafts using paper.10am-12noon, open house style. Activities are free with paid admission. Members are always free!
- [Family Funday Sunday!](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/family-funday-sunday-6/) - Join us for some learning and exploration fun! The topic for Sunday, September 14, 2025 is Animal Study, where we'll discover all sorts of interesting facts about the critters that call the Iowa Arboretum home. 10am-12noon, open house style. Activities are free with paid admission. Members are always free!
- [Dad's Belgian Waffles](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/dads-belgian-waffles-4/) - Join us from 9-11:30am on November 22, 2025 for all you can eat waffles! Waffles, sausages and beverages will be served with whipped cream, fun toppings and flavored syrups. $10 per person – age 5 and under eat FREE! We will also have some fall themed crafts and outdoor activities (weather depending)! A delicious &
- [Treehouses at Twilight - Western Whimsy](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/treehouses-at-twilight-western-whimsy/) - Join us for Treehouses at Twilight - Western Whimsy on August 28, 2025 from 6pm-9pm. This is an event where the adults can be a kid again in Treehouses, at an elevated play area, and along the woodland trails. Each ticket includes 21+ admission, one featured drink ticket, adult snacks and beverages, musical entertainment by
- [B Inspired 5K Run/Walk](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/b-inspired-5k-run-walk/) - B Inspired and get out into the woodlands, prairies and gardens of the Iowa Arboretum & Gardens for some good exercise in the Boone County fresh air!
- [Treehouses at Twilight - Supper Club](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/treehouses-at-twilight-supper-club/) - Join us for Treehouses at Twilight - Supper Club on Thursday, July 24, 2025 from 6pm-9pm. JULY 24 EVENT INFORMATION: This is a rain or shine event - we will move indoors if needed, due to rain or storms. There is a bug soother repellent dispenser at the Treehouse Village if bugs are an issue.
- [OPEN LATE until 8!](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/open-late-until-8-2/) - TUESDAY JULY 29, 2025 - Join us after 4pm for playtime until 8pm! Extended hours at the regular admission rate. Museums for All discounted admission for up to 4 total in a family - must show SNAP/EBT/WIC card plus Photo ID). Arboretum members are always FREE!
- [OPEN LATE until 8!](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/open-late-until-8/) - TUESDAY JULY 22, 2025 - Join us after 4pm for playtime until 8pm! Extended hours at the regular admission rate. Museums for All discounted admission for up to 4 total in a family - must show SNAP/EBT/WIC card plus Photo ID). Arboretum members are always FREE!
- [Pressed Flower Art Workshop](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/pressed-flower-art-workshop/) - Pressed Flower Art Workshop - Sunday, August 24, 2025 from 1:00pm-3:00pm GET TICKETS Participants choose from a range of flowers and leaves picked, pressed right here at the arboretum and ready for your personalized creation! Use chosen flowers to make: Designed & laminated bookmark, Styled arrangement on cardstock, Craft a frame for your creation, Bring
- [Tunes in the Trees - August 12, 2025](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/tunes-in-the-trees-august-12-2025/) - Join us in the gardens for a family friendly outdoor concert event with Carter Guse. FOOD TRUCKS: local fare from Comfort Food Catering and V & B Farms Ice Cream. Bring a lawn chair, picnic blanket, the kids and the family dog - all are welcome at this summertime favorite! CONCERT ADMISSION: $10 for non-members
- [Kids Climb Tree Climbing Event](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/kids-climb-tree-climbing-event/) - Sunday August 17, 2025 - Join us from 1:00pm-3:00pm for safe tree climbing with the Iowa Arborist Association! All equipment (helmet, harness, etc.) is provided. FREE with paid admission. Members are always FREE!
- [Trick or Treat in Treehouse Village](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/trick-or-treat-in-treehouse-village/) - Costumed revelers of all ages and abilities travel the paved accessible trail at Treehouse Village collecting treats along the way! Halloween Scavenger Hunt, coloring contest, and more. Family friendly fun! Included with regualr admission or discounted Museums for All admissions (with SNAP/EBT/WIC card + Photo ID). Members are always FREE! No extra charge for activities
- [PAWS IN THE PARK Run/Walk](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/paws-in-the-park-run-walk/) - Run or walk for a “Good Paws ” with or without a canine friend! 5K Run/ walk starts and finishes at the beautiful Iowa Arboretum & Gardens. 7:00 am -8:00am Registration – T-shirt/ Packet Pickup at Beckwith Grand Pavilion at the Iowa Arboretum. Upon registration you will be free to begin the course and keep
- [Family Funday Sunday!](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/family-funday-sunday-5/) - Family friendly activities designed to help you explore and learn together about nature and the outdoors! Included with admission - Members are always free! 10am-12noon No registration necessary!
- [Family Funday Sunday!](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/family-funday-sunday-4/) - Family friendly activities designed to help you explore and learn together about nature and the outdoors! Included with admission - Members are always free! 10am-12noon No registration necessary!
- [Family Funday Sunday!](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/family-funday-sunday-3/) - Family friendly activities designed to help you explore and learn together about nature and the outdoors! Included with admission - Members are always free! 10am-12noon No registration necessary!
- [Family Funday Sunday!](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/family-funday-sunday-2/) - Family friendly activities designed to help you explore and learn together about nature and the outdoors! Included with admission - Members are always free! 10am-12noon No registration necessary!
- [Family Funday Sunday!](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/family-funday-sunday/) - Family friendly activities designed to help you explore and learn together about nature and the outdoors! Included with admission - Members are always free! 10am-12noon No registration necessary!
- [Tunes in the Trees - September 9, 2025](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/tunes-in-the-trees-september-9-2025/) - Join us in the gardens for a family friendly outdoor concert event with the WEARY RAMBLERS. FOOD TRUCKS: local fare from Brick & Ember Pizza and V & B Farms Ice Cream. Bring a lawn chair, picnic blanket, the kids and the family dog - all are welcome at this summertime favorite! CONCERT ADMISSION: $10
- [Tunes in the Trees - July 8, 2025](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/tunes-in-the-trees-july-8-2025/) - Join us in the gardens for a family friendly outdoor concert event with BUCKMILLER SCHWAGER BAND. FOOD TRUCKS: local comfort fare from Kaaswagen and V & B Farms Ice Cream. Bring a lawn chair, picnic blanket, the kids and the family dog - all are welcome at this summertime favorite! CONCERT ADMISSION: $10 for non-members
- [Iowa Arboretum & Gardens Trial Program Public Evaluation Day](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/iowa-arboretum-gardens-trial-program-public-evaluation-day/) - YOU ARE INVITED! Join the Iowa Arboretum & Gardens Trial Program for their second Public Evaluation Day! You and up to one adult guest and two children are invited to participate in evaluating perennials and shrubs in the trial garden. Walk the garden to check out soon to be available varieties and let us know
- [Tunes in the Trees - June 10, 2025](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/tunes-in-the-trees-june-10-2025/) - Join us in the gardens for a family friendly outdoor concert event with OPUS TAYLOR BAND. FOOD TRUCKS: local fare from Smokin' Big Dawg's BBQ and V & B Farms Ice Cream. Bring a lawn chair, picnic blanket, the kids and the family dog - all are welcome at this summertime favorite! CONCERT ADMISSION: $10
- [2025 Garden Social & Auction](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/2025-garden-social-auction/) - We hope you will join us for our biggest fundraiser of the year - the Garden Social & Auction - Saturday, May 17, 2025 - 4:00-9pm Each Ticket includes: Leisurely walking tour of the Arboretum & the Adele & Dean Bowden Treehouse Village Cocktail Hour with snacks, beverages and musical entertainment Delicious catered meal from
- [Arbor Day Celebration!](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/arbor-day-celebration-3/) - Our Annual Arbor Day Celebration will be Saturday April 26th from 9am-12noon. 2025 HIGHLIGHTS: Kids Climb! Kids of all ages will be assisted by arborists to climb arboretum trees! Create and add your poem to our popular POETREE! Build a tree branch shelter in Treehouse Village! Make a tree cookie medallion... and so much more.
- [2025 Spring Fever Symposium](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/2025-spring-fever-symposium/) - Join us for our biggest education event of the year! We have an incredible lineup of speakers to pack this day with Iowa gardening goodness, from tree care to garden design. Pre-registration is required. Open to the public... all are welcome! REGISTER HERE Talk Descriptions: Eric Foley: The Land Down Under We take a closer
- [Central Iowa Beekeepers Association Winter Seminar](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/central-iowa-beekeepers-association-winter-seminar/) - Central Iowa Beekeepers Association (CIBA) – 2025 WINTER SEMINAR Saturday, March 15, 2025 – RAIN or SHINE – 8:20 AM to 4:30 PM Registration $40 per person; $35 for current CIBA members; $20 for students (college and K-12) Includes snacks & lunch! Register by Wednesday March 12, 2025 at www.centraliowabeekeepersassoc.org Questions? Contact Don Moody 515-770-5754
- [RUN for the TREES](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/run-for-the-trees-2/) - Join the Iowa Arboretum & Gardens for a scenic 5K or 1 mile Family Run/Walk on well maintained trails around our campus and through the new Treehouse Village. All run/walk participants will receive a tree seedling at the end of the race. In addition to hosting the run/walk, we will also be having Arbor Day
- [Annual Plant Sale!](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/annual-plant-sale/) - Thursday, May 1, 2025 (Members Only) from 12noon - 4pm ~ Friday & Saturday, May 2-3, 2025 (Public Welcome) from 9am - 4pm Join the Iowa Arboretum & Gardens for our annual Spring Plant Sale! Hundreds of perennial varieties will be available from plants for dry shade, to native selections, to classic favorites! Follow this
- [Terra Cotta Take & Make Demonstration](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/terra-cotta-take-make-demonstration/) - Terra Cotta Take & Make Demonstration - Saturday March 8, 2025 9am-11am during the Dad's Belgian Waffle Event Artist Nan Bonfils will demonstrate techniques for crafting with terra cotta pots for your home or garden. Terra Cotta Kits will be available for purchase to take home and create your own personalized planter! Demonstration Fee –
- [ISU Maple Syrup Day & Pancake Breakfast](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/isu-maple-syrup-day-pancake-breakfast/) - Maple Syrup Day is a fundraiser event for Iowa State University Xi Sigma Pi, a national forestry honor society. Join the students for a morning of demonstrations, education and pancakes! Wood turning, wood chopping, making maple syrup, and interactive educational exhibits. Pancakes are $5-$8 and include sausages and a beverage. 8am-11am.
- [Paint Party at the Arboretum](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/paint-party-at-the-arboretum/) - Join us for an evening of creating a beautiful painting while sipping on garden-inspired MOCKtails! Bring a snack (& recipe!) to share. All art supplies are included. MOCKtails available for purchase. Registration required. REGISTER HERE
- [Spring Ephemeral Hike](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/spring-ephemeral-hike-3/) - Explore the grounds with our Curator of Collections, David McKinney and discover the earliest blooms of the growing season. REGISTER HERE
- [National Play Outside Day!](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/national-play-outside-day-3/) - Join us the first Saturday of each month for an hour of good old fashioned fun in the great outdoors. Families will learn about nature and play together through active games, nature hikes, hands-on activities and maybe a few surprises. LET'S PLAY OUTSIDE!
- [National Play Outside Day!](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/national-play-outside-day-2/) - Join us for some good old fashioned fun in the great outdoors! Families will interact with and learn about nature at the Arboretum through an educational hike, hands-on activities, active games and maybe a few surprises. LET'S PLAY OUTSIDE!
- [Classic Car Show](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/classic-car-show/) - Our Annual Classic Car Show will take place on Sunday, June 8, 2025. This popular event is open to the public. All classic cars are welcomed. Food Trucks will be available and admission to the Car Show is FREE. Participants showing a car will be asked to arrive anytime after 10am to park and complete
- [Taking Time to See Watercolor Art Class](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/taking-time-to-see-watercolor-art-class/) - Jane Marie Degeneffe describes her watercolor workshop in this way... Taking Time to See is a workshop that will give an awareness of the beauty around you in both nature and the world of thought and meditation. In this workshop, you begin with choosing one of the flowers or branches provided to focus on and
- [Dad's Belgian Waffles Day](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/dads-belgian-waffles-day/) - Join us from 9-11:30am on March 8, 2025 for all you can eat waffles! Waffles, sausages and beverages will be served with whipped toppings and flavored syrups. $10 per person - under 5years old eat FREE!
- [GIVING TUESDAY - DECEMBER 3, 2024](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/giving-tuesday-december-3-2024/) - Support the Arboretum's continued efforts to make all areas of the gardens and trails accessible to guests of all ages and abilities. Donate today or on December 3rd! THANK YOU!
- [Tour of Homes Benefit for Wings of Refuge](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/tour-of-homes-benefit-for-wings-of-refuge-2/) - GET TICKETS HERE
- [Tour of Homes Benefit for Wings of Refuge](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/tour-of-homes-benefit-for-wings-of-refuge/) - GET TICKETS HERE
- [ForEVERGREEN Seasonal Fundraiser](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/forevergreen-seasonal-fundraiser/) - Support the mission of the Arboretum by purchasing your holiday evergreen arrangements here! Each item is individually handcrafted by our Arboretum elves who are hard a t work getting these beautiful creations ready for you! Come pick your favorite the week of December 2-7 weekdays frpm 9am-4pm or when you are here for the Dad's
- [National Play Outside Day!](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/national-play-outside-day/) - Join us as we celebrate and enjoy the fresh air and some outdoor playtime together! We'll explore the main campus gardens with all of our senses, play an interactive game and try a winter craft idea. Meet in the Visitor Center lobby at 10am! FREE for Members & Waffle Event attendees. $5 each (max $25
- [Trick or Treat at Treehouse Village](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/trick-or-treat-at-treehouse-village/) - Costumed revelers of all ages and abilities travel the paved accessible trail at Treehouse Village collecting treats along the way! Halloween Scavenger Hunt, coloring contest, and more. Family friendly fun! Regular admissions apply, no extra charge for activities or trick or treating. Members are always FREE! RESERVE YOUR SPOT HERE
- [Fall 2024 Plant Sale Fundraiser](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/fall-2024-plant-sale-fundraiser/) - Fall Plant Sale Fundraiser - Beautify your 2025 garden and help the Arboretum do the same!
- [Dad's Belgian Waffles](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/dads-belgian-waffles-3/) - Join us for community and conversation while enjoying delicious Belgian waffles made right before your eyes! Includes all you can eat waffles, sausage, beverage and a variety of classic waffle toppings.
- [Paws in the Park](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/paws-in-the-park-2/) - *Run or walk for a "Good Paws '' with or without a canine friend !!!* 5K Run/ walk starts and finishes at the beautiful Iowa Arboretum. All pre-registered participants get a t-shirt! 7:00 am -8:00am Registration - T-shirt/ Packet Pickup at Cafferty Building at the Iowa Arboretum. Upon registration you will be free to begin
- [Art Pole, Birdhouse & Barn Quilt Class](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/art-pole-birdhouse-barn-quilt-class/) - Svetlana VanWyk returns to the Arboretum to teach her popular art class where participants will create a personal art pole, decorate a birdhouse or design a barn quilt for a barn, garage or shed. REGISTER HERE
- [Tunes in the Trees - Scott Davis Jazz Quartet](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/tunes-in-the-trees-scott-davis-jazz-quartet/) - Tunes in the Trees Musician: Scott Davis Jazz Quartet Tuesday, August 13 Concert time: 6 pm to 8 pm Gates open at 5 pm for food trucks Reno & Woody's and Tropical Sno with drinks available from Christiani's. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy a night of great music and food as we kick off
- [Tunes in the Trees - Kathryn Severing Fox and Chad Elliot](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/tunes-in-the-trees-kathryn-severing-fox-and-chad-elliot/) - Tunes in the Trees Musician: Kathryn Severing Fox and Chad Elliot Tuesday, September 10 Concert time: 6 pm to 8 pm Gates open at 5 pm for food trucks Hungry Boys Mexican Cuisine and El Paletero (fruity ice bars) with drinks available from Christiani's. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy a night of great music
- [Tunes in the Trees - Doug Deming and the Jewel Tones](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/tunes-in-the-trees-doug-deming-and-the-jewel-tones/) - Tunes in the Trees Musician: Doug Deming and the Jewel Tones Tuesday, July 9 Concert time: 6 pm to 8 pm Gates open at 5 pm for food trucks Kaaswagen (Dutch specialties) and Tropical Sno with drinks available from Christiani's. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy a night of great music and food as we
- [Tunes in the Trees - Carter Guse](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/tunes-in-the-trees-carter-guse-2/) - Tunes in the Trees Musician: Carter Guse Tuesday, June 11 Concert time: 6 pm to 8 pm Gates open at 5 pm for food trucks Smiokin' Big Dawgs BBQ and Totally Rolled Ice Cream and drinks available from Christiani's. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy a night of great music and food as we kick
- [Classic Car Day](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/classic-car-day-2/) - Come see the classics at the 12th annual car show. Talk to car owners about their classics while enjoying delicious food provided by Smokin' Big Dawgs BBQ and Totally Rolled Ice Cream food trucks! Registration for Cars: 11 am to 12 noon. Show runs from 12noon-2pm.
- [Garden Social & Auction (Sold Out)](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/garden-social-auction-save-the-date/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] Enjoy wonderful food, drinks, and music at the Arboretum’s largest fundraising event of the year. Dinner catered by Whatcha Smokin (Luther) and beer & wine service will be provided by Christiani’s (Des Moines). Silent
- [Plant Sale (members preview)](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/plant-sale-members-preview/) - Join the Iowa Arboretum & Gardens for the annual Spring Plant Sale! Struggling to find good shade choices? Browse a wide selection of hostas, hellebores, columbines, and bleeding hearts! Wanting to attract and feed pollinators? We’ve got dozens of native wildflowers to keep them happy! Looking for deer and rabbit-resistant selections? We are filling up
- [Plant Sale (open to everyone)](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/plant-sale-open-to-everyone/) - Join the Iowa Arboretum & Gardens for the annual Spring Plant Sale! Struggling to find good shade choices? Browse a wide selection of hostas, hellebores, columbines, and bleeding hearts! Wanting to attract and feed pollinators? We’ve got dozens of native wildflowers to keep them happy! Looking for deer and rabbit-resistant selections? We are filling up
- [Plant Sale (open to everyone)](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/plant-sale-open-to-everyone-2/) - Join the Iowa Arboretum & Gardens for the annual Spring Plant Sale! Struggling to find good shade choices? Browse a wide selection of hostas, hellebores, columbines, and bleeding hearts! Wanting to attract and feed pollinators? We’ve got dozens of native wildflowers to keep them happy! Looking for deer and rabbit-resistant selections? We are filling up
- [Arbor Day Celebration](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/arbor-day-celebration-2/) - Come celebrate trees and all they do for us! A day of self-guided activities focused on trees - Explore tree parts with your 5 senses! Go on a Tree Walk Scavenger Hunt! Tree themed coloring sheets for all ages! Hang out in a hammock with a tree themed book at the Children's Garden! Decorate and
- [Spring Ephemeral Hike](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/spring-ephemeral-hike/) - Join the Curator of Collections & Grounds on a 1-mile hike of the Iowa Arboretum's woodland to see native plants that only bloom for a short time in early spring. Realize, this is the tail end of the ephemeral season, so there may be limited viewing of flowering plants available. The hike will happen rain
- [Spring Ephemeral Hike CANCELED](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/spring-ephemeral-hike-2/) - WE APOLOGIZE, DUE TO AN EARLY SPRING AND WARMER WEATHER AT THE END OF THE WEEK, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED. An alternative option could be to visit nearby Ledges State Park to look for ephemerals in the Canyon area, where you may still be able to find some blooms yet this spring.
- [2024 Spring Fever Symposium](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/2024-spring-fever-symposium/) - Join us for the 14th annual Iowa Arboretum & Gardens Spring Fever Symposium “Great Gardening on the Great Plains.” This year’s symposium features three speakers, all of whom will provide key insights and out-of-the-box ideas on how Iowa landscapes and gardens can become more diverse and resilient as we deal with an unpredictable climate. Preregistration
- [Terra Cotta Pot Art](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/terra-cotta-pot-art/) - Welcome Spring by designing and painting recycled terra cotta pots. Nan Bonfils will share her favorite studio activity of 2023. Learn about her discoveries as she explored color relief on flower pots. Then she will coach you to create and take home two of your own in fresh seasonal colors. Sandy Gossman, floral designer, will assist.
- [Maple Syrup Day](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/maple-syrup-day-3/) - Learn about how maple syrup is produced along with other tree-related activities. The event is sponsored by Iowa State University's Xi Signma Pi’s (Forestry Honor Society). Enjoy All-you-can-eat pancakes with all the fixings including sausage patties, fruit, coffee, orange juice, and real maple syrup! Non-perishable food donations are welcome! Items will be given to ISU’s
- [Dad's Belgian Waffles](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/dads-belgian-waffles-2/) - Enjoy the best waffles in Iowa. Dad's Belgian Waffles are plate-size, delicious, and will not disappoint! Comes with sausage, whipped cream, a wide selection of syrups, coffee, milk, and juice. Come and shop in our gift shop, socialize with your friends, and let us serve you your breakfast. Fee: $10 Children 5 and younger eat
- [Central Iowa Beekeeping Association- 2024 Winter Seminar](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/central-iowa-beekeeping-association-2024-winter-seminar/) - 2024 Central Iowa Beekeepers Association Winter Seminar Saturday, March 23, 2024 Iowa Arboretum and Gardens 1875 Peach Ave., Madrid, IA 50156 Registration Form 2024 CIBA Winter Seminar Regestration Fill & Print (1) Speakers Morning Session Andy Joseph, IA State Apiarist Entomology & Plant Science Bureau, IA Department of Ag. and Land Stewardship (IDALS), Ankeny,
- [Garden Pole, Barn Quilts, and Birdhouse Class (Sold out)](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/garden-pole-barn-quilts-and-birdhouse-class/) - Join Sveta for a combo workshop on Saturday, March 9th, 2024, from 11 am-4 pm, at Iowa Arboretum, 1875 Peach Ave, Madrid, IA. We will be painting pre-sketched wooden garden poles, barn quilts, and birdhouses using acrylic paints. Projects will be sealed prior to the class. All poles will be pre-drilled for outdoor rebar installation.
- [Snowshoeing (for all ages)](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/snowshoeing-for-all-ages-2/) - If you can walk, you can snowshoe! A fun activity for all ages. Cookies and hot chocolate will be available for participants after snowshoeing. To register and to reserve snowshoes (if you need them), contact Kyle Neuendorf | Naturalist Boone County Conservation Board Office: 515-353-4237 Email: kneuendorf@boonecounty.iowa.gov
- [Snowshoeing (for all ages)](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/snowshoeing-for-all-ages/) - If you can walk, you can snowshoe! A fun activity for all ages. Cookies and hot chocolate will be available for participants after snowshoeing. To register and to reserve snowshoes (if you need them), contact Kyle Neuendorf | Naturalist Boone County Conservation Board Office: 515-353-4237 Email: kneuendorf@boonecounty.iowa.gov
- [Fresh Evergreen Designs for the Holidays (for sale thru December 1)](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/fresh-evergreen-designs-for-the-holidays/) - Wonderful holiday designs are back again! Our talented volunteers Sandy, Pat, Lisa, and Nan are working their magic to create beautiful evergreen arrangements for your home. All purchases will go toward revitalizing the Arboretum plant collections. Cheers! Sandy, Pat, Lisa, and Nan READY-TO-HANG EVERGREEN WREATH is an annual Arboretum favorite The wreath base is 18”
- [Fall Education Series- Part One](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/fall-education-series-part-one/) - Join us at the Arboretum on October 7th at 9 a.m. for the first of a four-part "Fall Education Series!" David McKinney, Curator of Collections & Grounds, will be speaking first about the importance of wasps. Many gardeners view wasps as a dangerous, aggressive, and frightening antagonist in the garden. David will shed insight into the
- [Fall Color Walk](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/fall-color-walk/) - Join David McKinney, Curator of Collections & Grounds, for an in-depth walking tour of trees and perennials that show spectacular fall color. You will see long-time favorites as well as new or unique plants that all put on a show. Members: $10 per person - Non-Members: $15 Walk will happen rain or shine, so please
- [Nature Photography](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/nature-photography/) - Photography for the entire family! Learn how composition, lighting, and subject can help you create better pictures as we explore the Arboretum gardens. Bring your phone and/or camera and be prepared to take pictures. For fourth graders through adults. $10 per family Register Here!
- [Garden Pole & Quilt Class -   REGISTRATION CLOSED](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/garden-pole-quilt-class/) - Come for a combo workshop on Saturday, October 28th, 2023, from 12 pm-5 pm, at 1875 Peach Ave, Madrid, IA. We will be painting pre-sketched wooden garden poles and barn quilts using acrylic paints. Boards will be sealed prior to class. All poles will be pre-drilled for outdoor rebar installation. Pole dimensions 4"x4" x 4ft
- [Weary Ramblers](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/tunes-in-the-trees-chad-elliott-and-kathryn-severing-fox-2/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”] Kathryn Severing Fox – Deemed “fiddler extraordinaire” in Cityview Magazine, Kathryn Fox is a DownBeat award-winning artist. She played on the Grammy-nominated track “All My Tomorrows” with Kate McGarry. Kathryn toured internationally with
- [Woof Walk!](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/wolf-walk/) - Enjoy a morning (10 to noon) out and about in nature's beauty. It's our semi-annual "open garden" for dogs and their people. Wag swag for all the canines and information about the Iowa Arboretum for the two-leggeds. Explore the garden paths, woodland trails, and prairie tracks. Meet other dog lovers. Vaccinated pets on 6' leashes
- [Paws in the Park!](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/paws-in-the-park/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”|||0px||” global_colors_info=”{}”] On Saturday morning, September 16th, 2023, The Foundation for the Boone Area Humane Society will hold its annual “Paws in the Park” 5K run/walk. We invite you, with or without your four-legged friend, to take a healthy 5K run/walk
- [Fall Education Series- Part Four](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/fall-education-series-part-four/) - So we got hit by a derecho, now what? Ellie Jones & Emma Hanigan, Community Disaster Recovery Coordinator & Urban and Community Forestry Coordinator On August 10, 2020 Iowa and surrounding states were hit by a derecho, a widespread, long-lived, straight-line windstorm that caused catastrophic damage across the state. It is estimated over $11 Billion
- [Fall Education Series- Part Three](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/fall-education-series-part-three/) - Tree Suggestions for Iowa Sarah Steffen, Curator for the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden TBA Bringing Kids and Nature Together with Birds Executive Director for Iowa Young Birders Iowa Young Birders is a non-profit organization whose mission is to promote engagement in our natural world and conservation issues by empowering young Iowans to study and
- [Fall Education Series- Part Two](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/fall-education-series-part-two/) - Natural Disaster David McKinney, Curator of Collections & Grounds for the Iowa Arboretum & Gardens More than ever, gardeners are choosing landscapes that are more naturalistic and even totally native. These landscapes require different care and strategies than the lawns and gardens of the past. Listen as David talks about his experiences and lessons learned
- [Tunes in the Trees - Opus Taylor Band](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/tunes-in-the-trees-opus-taylor-band/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Opus Taylor delivers crowd-pleasing classic rock and blues entertainment that will far surpass your expectations! Based in Des Moines, Iowa, Opus Taylor (OT) is a six-person, classic rock and blues band that had been
- [Dads Belgian Waffles!](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/dads-belgian-waffles/) - Dad’s Belgian Waffles returns to the Arboretum to serve mammoth-sized waffles that will fill your plate and satisfy your appetite. A great event for the entire family. $10 per person. Children 5 & younger are free.
- [Summer Field Day!](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/summer-field-day/) - The Central Iowa Beekeepers Association (CIBA) is hosting its Annual Conference on Saturday, July 22nd, at the Iowa Arboretum and Gardens! This conference is a must-attend for beekeeping enthusiasts and professionals, offering informative talks, workshops, and networking opportunities. Discover the latest trends in beekeeping, explore exhibitor booths with essential resources, and connect with fellow beekeepers.
- [Tunes in the Trees - NOLA](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/tunes-in-the-trees-nola/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ theme_builder_area=”post_content” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” type=”4_4″ theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] From their debut in The Basement of The Des Moines Social Club in March 2015, the NOLA Jazz Band has been in demand across the greater Midwest. They have also played numerous festivals across Iowa and the Midwest,
- [Treehouse Village Groundbreaking!](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/treehouse-village-groundbreaking/) - On June 15th, we invite you to witness the groundbreaking ceremony, a momentous occasion marking the beginning of a new chapter at the Arboretum. Join us as we make an exciting announcement that will take your breath away! June 15th 9 AM - 12 PM
- [Spring Flower Walk](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/spring-flower-walk/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”] Spring Flower Walk Saturday, June 3 9 am to 11 am Join David McKinney, Curator of Collections & Grounds, for an in-depth walking tour of spring and early summer blooming trees, shrubs, and
- [Classic Car Day](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/classic-car-day/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”] Classic Car Day Sunday, June 11 Car Registration – 11 am Car Show – 12 pm Come and be part of an extraordinary afternoon celebrating the beauty of classic and antique cars! We
- [Tunes in the Trees- Carter Guse](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/tunes-in-the-trees-carter-guse/) - Tunes in the Trees Musician: Carter Guse Tuesday, June 13 Concert time: 6 pm to 8 pm Gates open at 5 pm for food and drink. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy a night of great music and food as we kick off another successful season of music at the Arboretum. Carter, 17 years old,
- [Bridal Open House & Venue Tour](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/bridal-open-house-venue-tour/) - [et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] Bridal Open House & Venue Tour Thursday, May 4, 6-7:30 p.m. Who: Wedding planners and couples considering the Iowa Arboretum & Gardens as a venue for their nuptials and reception. Free Click Here to register if you plan to attend [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column] [/et_pb_row] [/et_pb_section]
- [Garden Social & Auction](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/garden-social-auction/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.20.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] Garden Social and Auction Friday, May 5 Plant Sale for attendees and members – 4 pm to 6 pm Silent Auction, Social Hour, and Music – 5 pm to
- [Arbor Day Celebration](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/arbor-day-celebration/) - The Iowa Arborist Association is sponsoring a tree planting ceremony and kids tree climbing activity to commemorate the "Year of Trees." Attendees will receive free tree seedlings during the event. The morning will also feature educational talks on Trees for the Iowa Garden, Planting Trees, and Tree Care. The event is open to the public.
- [Run for the Trees 5k & 1 mile Run/Walk](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/run-for-the-trees/) - Come and participate in a scenic 5K or 1-mile Family Walk/Run on well-maintained trails at the Iowa Arboretum & Gardens. Following the race, there will be Arbor Day activities. Register for the event to receive a t-shirt, race bib, swag bag, snacks, and a tree seedling! Packet pick-up is scheduled for April 28th from 9
- [Spring Fever Symposium- Speaker: Kenton Seth](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/spring-fever-symposium-speaker-kenton-seth/) - Kenton J. Seth is based in Western Colorado and is a garden designer and plant junkie. Specializing in cutting-edge gardens and landscapes, his national and international work has been crevice gardens, including a book about them in 2022 titled 'The Crevice Garden'. He specializes in dry, native, and ecological gardening in an effort to create
- [Spring Woof Walk](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/spring-woof-walk/) - Come and join Nan Bonfils for the Spring Woof Walk, where you can revel in the beauty of nature with your furry companion. All attendees will receive wag swag, and dogs are welcome on leashes. You don't need to bring a dog to enjoy the walk. It's an excellent opportunity to get outside and enjoy
- [Ephemeral Walk](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/ephemeral-walk-2/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”] Ephemeral Walk Wednesday, April 12 1 pm – 3 pm Join David McKinney, Curator of Collections & Grounds, for an in-depth walking tour of spring-blooming ephemeral plants across our 80 acres of native
- [Ephemeral Walk](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/ephemeral-walk/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”] Ephemeral Walk Saturday, April 8 1 pm – 3 pm Join David McKinney, Curator of Collections & Grounds, for an in-depth walking tour of spring-blooming ephemeral plants across our 80 acres of native
- [International Waffle Day - Dad's Belgian Waffles](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/international-waffle-day-dads-belgian-waffles/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.20.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”] Kick off International Waffle day by coming to the Arboretum to enjoy delicious waffles and all the fixings. Dad’s Belgian Waffles return to the Arboretum to serve up their mouth-watering waffles, sausage, whip cream, juice, coffee,
- [Maple Syrup Day](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/maple-syrup-day-2/) - Maple Syrup Day Saturday, April 1 8 am to 11 am Maple Syrup Day is a fundraiser event for Iowa State University Xi Sigma Pi, a national forestry honor society. Guests can enjoy pancakes, sausages, and breakfast drinks. Learn about the syrup-making process, watch a woodturner make bowls, see timber sports demonstrations, and experience other
- [Tunes in the Trees - Chad Elliott and Kathryn Severing Fox](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/tunes-in-the-trees-chad-elliott-and-kathryn-severing-fox/) - About Chad Elliott Midwest singer-songwriter Chad Elliott blends folk roots, swampy blues and soulful writing to deliver an original Americana sound. His live performances have been honed over a decade of being on the road performing more than 200 shows each year. Elliott is lauded as “Iowa’s Renaissance man” by Culture Buzz Magazine. He has
- [Plant Sale Open to the Public](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/plant-sale-open-to-the-public/) - Plant Sale Members only May 5th 4 pm-6 pm, May 6th & 7th 9 am-4 pm. Perennial plants will include anything from Cottage Garden Plants, to Natives and Pollinator Plants, to rock garden and alpine species. Shrubs will include Lilacs, Hydrangeas, and some evergreens. Here is the plant list Genus Species Cultivar Achillea New Vintage Violet Achillea
- [Plant Sale (for members only on the 5th. Open to the public on the 6th & 7th)](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/plant-sale/) - Plant Sale Members only May 5th 4 pm-6 pm, May 6th & 7th 9 am-4 pm. Perennial plants will include anything from Cottage Garden Plants, to Natives and Pollinator Plants, to rock garden and alpine species. Shrubs will include Lilacs, Hydrangeas, and some evergreens. Here is the plant list for the sale. Genus Species Cultivar
- [Woof Walk](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/woof-walk/) - Join Nan Bonfils for the spring Woof Walk! Enjoy the beauty with your best friend. Wag swag for all attendees. Dogs on leashes are always welcome. You do not need a dog to attend the walk. It is a great time of the year to be outdoors with nature. No registration needed.
- [Maple Syrup Day](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/maple-syrup-day/) - Maple Syrup Day is a fundraiser event for Iowa State University Xi Sigma Pi, a national forestry honor society. Guests can enjoy pancakes, sausages, and breakfast drinks. Learn about the syrup-making process, watch a woodturner make bowls, see timber sports demonstrations, and experience other educational activities. Funds raised from the breakfast will be used for
- [Beekeeper Winter Seminar](https://www.iowaarboretum.org/event/beekeeper-winter-seminar/)