Learn about the history and home of Arbor Day at the place where it all began! Dive into the history of this special event and see how its impact has grown since its founding in 1872. Discover how the Morton family celebrated each year through family journal entries.
Celebrate the tree planter's holiday right here where it all began at Arbor Day Farm in Nebraska City! All across this 260-acre campus, opportunities abound to play, learn, taste, and shop, all in celebration of trees.
Come enjoy the beautiful, fragrant lilacs at Arbor Lodge State Historical Park! Free, 30-minute tours on Saturday and Sunday at 1pm, 2pm and 3pm.
Join us during the month of May as we celebrate women and mothers everywhere and give a special nod to the Women of Arbor Lodge. This temporary exhibit includes historic photographs and biographies of the Morton women, as well as needlework linens and other handmade items that showcase the skills women used to beautify their homes over the years.
Join us for the perfect summer evening — a relaxing food and nature activity at Arbor Day Farm Tree Adventure. Enjoy four Arbor Day Farm wines and snack on light hors d'oeuvres as you take in the beauty of the farm and stroll the Treehouse Trail.
Join us in the sunroom of Arbor Lodge Mansion for a special Mother's Day Tea. Enjoy an assortment of teas and dainty brunch and dessert selections. In addition to the tea, participants can explore the mansion and view the special “Celebrate Women” exhibit.
Wow your mom with an amazing meal in the beautiful setting at Arbor Day Farm! Join us for the Mother's Day Grand Brunch Buffet at Timbers at Lied Lodge.
Join us Memorial Day Weekend at Arbor Lodge Mansion for a special display featuring vintage American flags of the Arbor Lodge collection. Learn about the history of Memorial Day and participate in patriotic trivia and a scavenger hunt.
This special display will highlight the day-to-day activities on the Morton Farm. What crops did hey raise? Did they have animals? Who were the farm hands and household help? What flowers and tree were planted on the property? Learn more about the Morton Family Farm through first-hand accounts, letters, journal entries, and photographs.
In celebration of America, and honoring our veterans, Nebraska City Blue Star Mothers will host a display of Quilts of Valor throughout Arbor Lodge Mansion. View this beautiful collection while also learning about Morton Family veterans and their patriotic service.
Don't let the summer slip by without taking in the Summer Music Series at Arbor Day Farm — July 6, 13, and 20. Join us for an entertaining evening of free music and yard games just outside the Apple House Market! Bring a lawn chair or grab a picnic table, and then sit back and relax.