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Mark your calendar. There’s always something amazing happening at Klehm!
Rooted in Rockford: Art and Tree Science at Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden
June 7, 2025 – May 31, 2026
Get ready for an all-new seasonal outdoor exhibit blending tree science and artwork by Illinois-based artists at Klehm!
Woodsong Summer Concert – The Neverly Brothers
Sunday, July 13th, 2025
The Neverly Brothers concerts take you on a musical guided VIRTUAL TOUR of the birth, near death and resurrection of rock n’ roll rock n roll – from 1955 to 1965. Their energetic stage show consists of show-stopping renditions of early hits by Jerry Lee Lewis, Chuck Berry, Buddy Holly, The Beatles, Rolling Stones, and more!
Woodsong Summer Concert – The Groove Hotel
Sunday, July 27th, 2025
When guests check in to the Groove Hotel they enjoy a comfy bed of rhythm, fine musical cuisine, and silky sheets of sound.
The band’s continually evolving repertoire emphasizes rhythmic variety. You’ll hear swing, bossa nova, funk, rock, samba, gospel, and Cuban son; sometimes several of these appear in the same tune. Compositions from the jazz canon by Miles Davis, Horace Silver, or Herbie Hancock share the spotlight with songs by George Harrison, King Crimson, Steely Dan, and Eric Clapton, to name just a few.
New Natural Playground Opening Soon!
Thanks to a $389,900 grant from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, an all-new Natural Playground is currently under construction in the Nancy Olson Children’s Garden!
This area and Kid’s Creek Water Feature will remain closed as a construction site until the new feature is finished in early June – follow us on Facebook and check back for official re-opening details!
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What Can I Experience at Klehm?
As one of Rockford, Illinois’ top outdoor family-friendly destinations, there’s something for everyone. Our 155 acres of woodlands and botanical gardens feature a children’s garden, 1.4 miles of paved paths, 3 miles of wooded trails and much more!
Nancy Olson
Children’s Garden
Explore Kid’s Creek for interactive stream play and frolic through our splash pad! Enjoy different kid-friendly gardens, an observation tower and oversize play structures that invite children to experience nature in a playful setting.
Garden
Pavillion
This spacious outdoor tented venue and landscaped patio is perfect for hosting wedding receptions as well as corporate and social functions.








Happy World Environment Day! World Environment Day is celebrated annually on June 5th and encourages awareness and action for the protection of the environment. This year's theme is "Beat Plastic Pollution." The campaign aims to raise global awareness about the harmful impacts of plastic waste on ecosystems, wildlife, and human health.
For more info, you can visit: www.worldenvironmentday.global/
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Returning for the 2025 Woodsong series, Yacht Rock-ettes, the world’s first and only female lead yacht rock cover band, bringing you lovers all the smooth rock of the 70s and early 80s. Be ready to listen to the songs of Michael McDonald, Hall & Oates, Sade, Kenny Loggins, Orleans, Christopher Cross, Toto, Ambrosia, and more!
Klehm’s Woodsong Concerts are lawn-style events held in our beautiful Fountain Garden, meaning there are no reserved seats and attendees should plan to bring their own blankets, chairs or other seating. Attendees are welcome to bring their own food and drink to enjoy in a responsible manner prior to and during the concert. Klehm's gates open at 4PM, music starts at 6PM.
Purchase your tickets ONLINE ONLY at: klehm.org/woodsong-summer-concert-the-yacht-rock-ettes/
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We have some installations happening on the grounds for our new exhibit, Rooted in Rockford, that opens this Saturday, June 7th! We aren't showing too many details - we want you to come and see for yourself 😉
A huge thank you to our sponsors: Collins Aerospace, WIFR TV and support from Community Foundation of Northern Illinois, the Illinois Arts Council Agency and the Smith Charitable Foundation and the Brubaker Charitable Trust for making this exhibit possible!
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