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National Wildflower Week Celebration at Arbor Lodge

Arbor Lodge State Historical Park 2600 Arbor Avenue, Nebraska City, NE, United States

Special display about history of flower gardens at Arbor Lodge. Daily samples of floral/herbal teas (included with admission. Frontier Medicine and Herbal Remedies Display. Wildflower handouts, coloring pages, activities.

Down on the Morton Farm

Arbor Lodge State Historical Park 2600 Arbor Avenue, Nebraska City, NE, United States

J. Sterling Morton had the largest orchard in Nebraska by 1857. Morton Apples won awards at numerous fairs and exhibitions. Learn about apple varieties planted, as well as history of Morton Orchard, Porter Orchard, and Arbor Day Farm. Guests will also learn about Morton's farm crops and employees. This display will continue through AppleJack Weekend. Free with admission.