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Klehm is Northern Illinois’ top outdoor destination for families.

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Mark your calendar. There’s always something amazing happening at Klehm.

Yoga In The Garden

Yoga In The Garden

June 10 & 24, July 8 & 29, August 5 & 19, September 9 & 23, 2023

Join Instructor Stephanie at Klehm for Yoga in the Garden in Klehm’s beautiful and peaceful Fountain Garden!

A Path In The Forest Tranquility Walk

A Path In The Forest Tranquility Walk

Thursday, September 28, 2023

Join us as we kick off a new season of our popular “Tranquility Walks.” Come out for a guided walk through the woods that focuses on breathing, using your senses, meditation, and reflection.

Fall Textured ARt Workshop

Fall Textured ARt Workshop

Saturday, September 30th, 2023

Come join AR Workshop Rockford at Klehm Arboretum and experience their ALL NEW Textured ARt for a dimensional take on a classic framed sign!

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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!

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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.

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Specialty Gardens

provide a showcase for themed plantings of ornamental shrubs and trees as well as annual and perennial plants.

Garden
Pavillion

This spacious outdoor tented venue and landscaped patio is perfect for hosting wedding receptions as well as corporate and social functions.

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Bradley & Georgann Gummow
Family Foundation

Entry Water Feature

This peaceful pond, rushing waterfall, and landscaped patio is the perfect spot for a moment of reflection during your visit.

★★★★★
I love this place. Sometimes on the trails I can forget that I'm in the middle of a 100k+ city. It is sufficiently forested to remove the bulk of the city noise and allow me to attune myself to sounds of nature. I can trek the trails for a couple of hours and not walk the entirety of the grounds. I would definitely recommend going in the fall and the spring. Nature's fireworks are on full display during these seasons. Consider buying a membership if you like places like these. Restrooms: Very clean and well maintained. Dog-friendliness: Very popular place to walk one's dog. Everyone seems to be very courteous with dogs on leashes and cleaning up after their pets.
Joshua Blackwell
★★★★★
I love this place. Sometimes on the trails I can forget that I'm in the middle of a 100k+ city. It is sufficiently forested to remove the bulk of the city noise and allow me to attune myself to sounds of nature. I can trek the trails for a couple of hours and not walk the entirety of the grounds. I would definitely recommend going in the fall and the spring. Nature's fireworks are on full display during these seasons. Consider buying a membership if you like places like these. Restrooms: Very clean and well maintained. Dog-friendliness: Very popular place to walk one's dog. Everyone seems to be very courteous with dogs on leashes and cleaning up after their pets.
Joshua Blackwell
Joshua Blackwell
★★★★★
This is a wonderful place in Rockford, IL! The admission fee is very reasonable. You can bring young children for the splash park and creek. Our party had 2 4 year olds that played for more than an hour, took a break for lunch and rest room breaks and then went back to play some more. The only reason I didn't choose 5 stars is because there is so much more park to see, I want to reserve the 5th star for my next visit.
Barbara J. Arnold
★★★★★
This is a wonderful place in Rockford, IL! The admission fee is very reasonable. You can bring young children for the splash park and creek. Our party had 2 4 year olds that played for more than an hour, took a break for lunch and rest room breaks and then went back to play some more. The only reason I didn't choose 5 stars is because there is so much more park to see, I want to reserve the 5th star for my next visit.
Barbara J. Arnold
Barbara J. Arnold
★★★★★
There are endless beautiful things to see. You can choose paved or natural paths.
Kristine Maynard
★★★★★
There are endless beautiful things to see. You can choose paved or natural paths.
Kristine Maynard
Kristine Maynard
★★★★★
Very beautiful. Nature at it's best. Tons of flowers, plants and trees. Many unique tree varieties and many are labeled. The main paths are wide and paved and there are more narrow paths that cut through the wooden areas. We brought our dog and had a great time.
Ken Witz
★★★★★
Very beautiful. Nature at it's best. Tons of flowers, plants and trees. Many unique tree varieties and many are labeled. The main paths are wide and paved and there are more narrow paths that cut through the wooden areas. We brought our dog and had a great time.
Ken Witz
Ken Witz
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Klehm Arboretum and Botanic Garden
1 day ago
Klehm Arboretum and Botanic Garden

Along with Autumn at the Arboretum comes our Fall Bulb Fundraiser!
Pre-order bulbs online September 25-29 for the best selection and pick-up at Klehm October 6-8.

In-person shopping will take place at Klehm during Autumn at the Arboretum.

Saturday, October 7 | 9am - 4pm in Klehm's Gift Shop
Sunday, October 8 | 10am - 2pm in the Garden Pavilion ... See MoreSee Less

Along with Autumn at the Arboretum comes our Fall Bulb Fundraiser! Pre-order bulbs online September 25-29 for the best selection and pick-up at Klehm October 6-8. In-person shopping will take place at Klehm during Autumn at the Arboretum. Saturday, October 7 | 9am - 4pm in Klehms Gift Shop Sunday, October 8 | 10am - 2pm in the Garden Pavilion
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R you doing a lily sale this year?

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2 days ago
Klehm Arboretum and Botanic Garden

We have another fun fall painting opportunity coming up! Grab a friend or two and get all the fall vibes flowing with this autumn pumpkin painting on Saturday, October 21st at Klehm Arboretum with The Urban Art Studio.

This is a beginner friendly painting on a 12×24” stained wood board, using paint colors of your choice. Your admission includes all materials, instructions, and entry into Klehm. BYOPSL (Bring Your Own Pumpkin Spice Latte) optional!

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We have another fun fall painting opportunity coming up! Grab a friend or two and get all the fall vibes flowing with this autumn pumpkin painting on Saturday, October 21st at Klehm Arboretum with The Urban Art Studio. This is a beginner friendly painting on a 12×24” stained wood board, using paint colors of your choice. Your admission includes all materials, instructions, and entry into Klehm. BYOPSL (Bring Your Own Pumpkin Spice Latte) optional! To register go to: https://klehm.org/1359-2/
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3 days ago
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Valley Orchard is joining us at Klehm for a FREE apple talk and tasting! Learn a little about growing apples and then taste some of the unique and delicious apple varieties that you can only find at a local orchard!

This event is free for Klehm members and non-members alike, and is taking place as a part of our Autumn at the Arboretum community event. Pre-registration is requested to save your seat and ensure we have enough apples for the tasting!

Register here: www.eventbrite.com/e/apple-tasting-program-with-valley-orchard-tickets-711427287167?aff=oddtdtcre...

This program is made possible by the Pauline J. and John R. Cook Lecture Fund of the Community Foundation of Northern Illinois. ... See MoreSee Less

Valley Orchard is joining us at Klehm for a FREE apple talk and tasting! Learn a little about growing apples and then taste some of the unique and delicious apple varieties that you can only find at a local orchard! This event is free for Klehm members and non-members alike, and is taking place as a part of our Autumn at the Arboretum community event. Pre-registration is requested to save your seat and ensure we have enough apples for the tasting! Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/apple-tasting-program-with-valley-orchard-tickets-711427287167?aff=oddtdtcreator This program is made possible by the Pauline J. and John R. Cook Lecture Fund of the Community Foundation of Northern Illinois.
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4 days ago
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Just a friendly reminder that Klehm will be completely closed this week for path repaving. Looking forward to seeing you soon! ... See MoreSee Less

Just a friendly reminder that Klehm will be completely closed this week for path repaving. Looking forward to seeing you soon!
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