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Mark your calendar. There’s always something amazing happening at Klehm.
Firewalk Tranquility Walk
Friday, February 23rd, 2023
Join us and be warmed by a fire as a part of this month’s special guided walk through the woods that focuses on breathing, using your senses, meditation, and reflection.
First Moon Tranquility Walk
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
Join us and walk slowly through the forest in the deep quiet of a winter night, guided by the first moon of the new year.
Winter Solstice Tranquility Walk
Thursday, December 21, 2023
Join us for a meditative walking experience with no sunlight or moonlight to speak of on our Winter Solstice Tranquility Walk!
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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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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 December!! The Holly plant is one of the most recognizable representations of the holiday season and is considered the flower (or berry, rather) of December. Holly symbolizes protection and respect and has been used in many cultures to ward off evil spirits. Holly plants bloom small, white scented flowers in the spring that attract bees and butterflies. Add them to your holiday decorating this month to add a pop of color! ... See MoreSee Less
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Need a gift idea for someone special who has everything? How about an annual membership to Klehm? We are open year round and the perfect, quiet place for a walk! There are other perks towards our events throughout the year, a discount in the gift shop and free or discounted admission to other gardens throughout the US! To purchase a membership as a gift, please call 815-965-8146
or email info@klehm.org and we'll get you all set! ... See MoreSee Less
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A great gift to give and receive!!!
Yesterday, our goal was 100% met! From the staff, the Board and volunteers at Klehm, thank you to all of our donors who have made our goal a reality. We are all tremendously excited and grateful for your support!! ... See MoreSee Less
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LAST CALL! We are so close!!
Contribute today to help us craft a better Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden for years to come! We only have a little bit remaining for our goal. Thank you everyone has already been a part of Klehm's Giving Tuesday effort!
This John Deere Gator will help us better manage invasive species throughout the entire property, and will help our staff and volunteers keep Klehm a beautiful community resource and destination.
Donate at: klehm.org/donate/
and use the word "GATOR" in the comments field.
#givingtuesday #supportlocal #donorsmakeadifference #johndeeregator #klehmarboretum #gorockford #enjoyillinois ... See MoreSee Less
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