Our organization is proud to announce Rooted in Rockford: Art and Tree Science at Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden, a seasonal outdoor exhibit for 2025-2026 that blends tree science with artistic interpretation of the concept of “roots” both literally and figuratively, and will rely on Illinois-based artists for the submission of sculptures or other artworks to comprise the exhibit itself, which will include educational/interpretive signs. Check this page soon for more updates!
The Call for Artists is now closed – our thanks to all artists who submitted! We can’t wait to show you the featured works of those who have been selected this summer!
Rooted in Rockford: Art and Tree Science at Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden is generously supported by:
The Smith Charitable Foundation
June 7, 2025 – May 31, 2026
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Daily
Last entry at 3:30 PM
Adults: $12
Seniors (62+): $10
Students (18+ with ID): $10
Children: $10
Children 3 and under: Free
Museums For All: $4
Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden
2715 S. Main St.
Rockford, IL 61102
1 (815) 965-8146
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Plant Sale Fundraiser 2025
April 4th – May 4th, 2025 – Online Shopping!
Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden’s annual Plant Sale Fundraiser is coming soon! Purchase your plants online beginning April 4th and pick up your order on May 9th or May 10th in the Garden Pavilion at Klehm.
These plants have been carefully selected to be new or unique varieties of beloved perennials that would be a great addition to your home landscape.
Arbor Day Celebration
Friday, April 25th, 2025
Join us for our Arbor Day Celebration and take part in one of our great activities (tree giveaway, tree planting, tours) on this free admission day!
In Honor Of Trees Tranquility Walk
Wednesday, May 14th, 2025
On this twilight stroll through the forest, we will consider the relationship we have with trees, and honor those living beings that give us so, so much.
Vi Bates Wildflower Garden Walk
Saturday, May 17th, 2025
Join the volunteers who care for this special garden and enjoy a wide variety of wildflowers near their spring peak!
Garden Fair Weekend 2025
Saturday, May 31st & Sunday, June 1st, 2025
Experience a wide variety of plants, flowers, garden décor, art, educational information booths and more! Listen to live music performances in our Fountain Garden while enjoying a meal from local food truck vendors.