Several environmental projects will add to our calendar of events during 2026 thanks to an exciting new partnership with the Lake Michigan Bird Observatory (LMBO). LMBO’s mission is to advance the conservation of birds in Wisconsin and throughout the Western Great Lakes Region through coordinated research, monitoring, and education. LMBO is based in Port … Read More
We are beyond thankful to move forward and finalize water, sewer, and electrical connections to our Propagation Center. The Propagation Center is currently our only building on site, and is the hub of all our activities. This is the building where we store equipment and supplies to maintain the grounds and manage restoration projects, … Read More
Meet our new team! Founder John Durbrow has formally stepped down from his positions at VDBA. As the arboretum now enters this new chapter, we remain especially committed to seeing VDBA thrive not only as a conservation space, but as a vital community resource for generations to come.… Read More
The Riverview Ponds which were empty due to leaking have been excavated and are being refilled in time for the geese and ducks and other wildlife to use them as they have in previous years.
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In addition to the activities facilitating the 2023 spring tree planting, the Arboretum has seen much activity this summer as various contractors have completed several keynote projects on the grounds. … Read More
In November, members of the Ruth St. John and John Dunham West Foundation board, President Phyllis Schippers and Bernie Zimmer, visited the Arboretum’s almost complete Propagation Center. … Read More
Director John Durbrow and Arboretum friends John and Cher Burish recently shared photos of the progress on the George E. & Susan E. Schiereck Grimm Council Circle and Ivy Walls being installed by A. Chappa Construction at the Van der Brohe Arboretum. … Read More
Project Update: In July 2023, A Chappa Construction, LLC joined the council circle project team, taking over the Council Circle installation. It is our hope that it will be completed in early September of 2023.… Read More
The George E. & Susan E. Schiereck Grimm Ivy Walls’ foundations have been installed by Cornerstone Concrete of Manitowoc. Given the height of these free-standing monoliths, some of the more impressive construction will be buried in the foundation mats.… Read More
Spring 2023 sees much progress on the Propagation Center and new Propagation Field with help from local businesses, individuals, and organizations.
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