Lightning Bugs – Nature’s Fireworks!

Fireflies or lightning bugs — whatever you call them, they are magical! Join us to unlock the secrets of these incredible insects, observe them close-up, and take home a craft to remind you of the magic.

Included with your Tree Adventure admission. Purchase tickets in advance here. Questions? Call the Tree Adventure at 402-873-8717.

Patriotic Gnome Hunt

The hunt is on at Arbor Day Farm Tree Adventure. Look high and low as you use a map and solve a series of patriotic clues to find forest gnomes climbing trees and hiding in the underbrush. It’s fun for all ages and abilities!

The gnome hunt is included with regular Tree Adventure admission. Purchase tickets in advance here.

Rain or shine. Saturday 9am-5pm, Sunday 11am-5pm, and Monday 9am-5pm.

For more information: 402-873-8717.

International Picnic Day

International Picnic Day is Friday, June 18. Where better to celebrate than at the picturesque Arbor Lodge State Historical Park?! Pack your basket and come explore the grounds, mansion, and carriage house. Throughout the weekend, we’ll have several yard games (including croquet, yard darts, checkers, and bocce ball) set up for you on the front lawn of Arbor Lodge. Inside the mansion, embark on a self-guided tour and check out the History of Picnics display. It’s a picnic-perfect spot for beauty, relaxation, and fun.

Questions? Call 402-873-7222. Purchase tickets to visit Arbor Lodge Mansion here. No admission or park permit is required to tour the grounds.

Labor Day Weekend at Lied Lodge & Arbor Day Farm

PLEASE NOTE: For your convenience, Arbor Lodge Mansion and the Tree Adventure will require tickets for admission. We strongly recommend you purchase tickets in advance online. Space will be limited to help ensure safe social distancing. We cannot guarantee entrance to these attractions/activities without a pre-purchased ticket. Reminder: Arbor Day Farm attractions will be open Tuesday through Sunday only beginning September 14.

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Say goodbye to summer with a fun weekend getaway to Lied Lodge and Arbor Day Farm. Experience Treetop Village at the Tree Adventure, splash in the pool at Lied Lodge, hike the trails, explore history at Arbor Lodge, and savor fresh-picked apples, apple cider slushies, apple pie, wine, and more at the Apple House Market. Porter’s will be serving up mouthwatering barbecue all weekend long – including Monday! Take it to go or make it a picnic on the Morton lawn. Or enjoy dinner at Timbers with outside seating on the Sunset Terrace.

It’s the perfect road trip for a long weekend. Rooms still available at Lied Lodge. Book online or call 402-873-8733. Purchase tickets in advance for the Tree Adventure and Arbor Lodge Mansion at arbordayfarm.showclix.com. Find current hours and admission here.

Safely Visiting Arbor Day Farm

We are committed to providing a safe space for everyone who visits and works here. Please help us make that possible.

  • Wear a mask in all indoor public spaces
  • Maintain 6-ft social distancing
  • Wash/sanitize hands frequently