Arbor Day Virtual Celebration at Arbor Day Farm

The Tree Adventure and Arbor Lodge Mansion are temporarily closed to help protect the wellbeing of our guests, staff, and community. But we can each still celebrate Arbor Day in our own way.

For us at Arbor Day Farm, it means taking our celebration to our Facebook and Instagram pages (@arbordayfarm). April 22-26, we will share a series of videos from the farm that highlight our favorite areas and activities. Please follow our pages and watch for new videos at 11 am and 3 pm each day. But more than anything, make a point to get outside, spend time in nature, and consider the positive impact of trees in our world.

Visit celebratearborday.com for additional resources and information about how to celebrate Arbor Day 2020 in this time of social distancing. And please remember, the Arbor Day Farm and Arbor Lodge State Historical Park grounds outside the attractions remain open to the public and are a great spot for getting outside and celebrating nature.

Arbor Day Fly-In & Breakfast

The Nebraska City Jaycees will be hosting their Annual Arbor Day Fly-In & Breakfast April 28. They will be serving pancakes, ham, juice and coffee from 8-noon at the Nebraska City Airport (5 miles south of Nebraska City). All proceeds go back to the community and the area youth. Come enjoy breakfast, atmosphere, the airplanes, and much more. Breakfast will be served rain or shine.

Arbor Day 2018 at Arbor Day Farm

It was on this property in 1872 that J. Sterling Morton and his wife, Caroline, initiated their vision for a greener, more tree-filled world—a challenge to people everywhere to plant trees so desperately needed. It is estimated that nearly one million trees were planted in Nebraska on the first Arbor Day, April 10, 1872.

Celebrate this special day where it all began! Explore the original grounds and visit the family’s 52-room mansion, Arbor Lodge. The property includes an arboretum, Italian terraced garden, log cabin, carriage house, walking trails, more than 200 varieties of lilacs, and a charming whispering bench.

The Arbor Lodge State Historical Park grounds are open year-round; a park permit is not required to enter. The mansion is open beginning March 29, Monday-Saturday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday 12 p.m.-4 p.m. Admission is $8/adults; $6/ages 3-12; free for kids 2 and under.

And join us for a full weekend of activities across Arbor Day Farm.

Arbor Day Weekend Celebration at Arbor Day Farm

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.

Climb to the top of a 50-foot tree house at Arbor Day Farm Tree Adventure and experience a fun array of outdoor activities. Tree Adventure admission: $8 adults; $6 youth (age 3-12). Includes a tree seedling to plant at home.
Explore the 52-room Arbor Lodge Mansion, the original home of Arbor Day founder J. Sterling Morton. Mansion admission: $8 adults; $6 youth (age 3-12).
Sip Arbor Day Farm wines and shop for unique gifts at the Apple House Market and Pie Garden Cafe.
Relax, retreat, and dine in the nature-inspired setting of Lied Lodge & Conference Center. Fully-updated guest rooms, indoor pool, award-winning restaurant, and on-site spa. For availability and reservations, call 800-546-5433.

Enjoy the full Arbor Day Farm experience with the All-Access Day Pass – $15 adults; $11 youth (age 3-12). Event questions? Call 402-873-8717.

Arbor Day Celebration 2016 at Arbor Day Farm

Celebrate the tree planter’s holiday where it all began — right here at Arbor Day Farm, Nebraska City.

Celebrate at Arbor Day Farm:
All across this 260-acre campus, opportunities abound to play, learn, taste, and shop – all in celebration of trees.

At the Tree Adventure, open 9am to 5pm:
•Tree climbing; music; face painting; assorted hands-on activities and learning opportunities for all ages.
•Climb aboard the Discovery Ride – an informative and fun guided journey into the backwoods of Arbor Day Farm.
•Tree Adventure admission: $8 adults; $6 youth (age 3-12).
Includes a tree seedling to plant at home.

At the Historic Barns, open Saturday 9am to 5pm and Sunday 10am to 5pm:
Find hand-crafted treasures at the multi-vendor Craft Fair.

At the Apple House Market and Pie Garden, open 9am to 5pm:
Sip Arbor Day Farm’s newest wine varieties while you shop for jams, jellies, salsa, honey, pies, and other tasty treats. Enjoy an apple slushee and light lunch.

At Lied Lodge:
Relax, retreat, and gather together at the all-new Lied Lodge. Fully-updated guest rooms, indoor pool, award-winning restaurant, and on-site spa. For availability and reservations, call 800-546-5433.

Arbor Lodge State Historical Park:

Take an inspiring, up-close look at the life and legacy of J. Sterling Morton, the founder of Arbor Day.

At the Morton Mansion, open 9am to 5pm:
•Explore the 52-room mansion and countless artifacts
•Mansion admission: $8 adults; $6 youth (age 3-12)

Enjoy the full Arbor Day Farm experience with the All-Access Day Pass
•Morton Mansion and Tree Adventure are open Saturday and Sunday 9am to 5pm
•Admission: $15 adults; $11 youth (age 3-12)