- Featured Artist in the Steinhauer Trust Gallery for May and June is Elizabeth Ivers, whose watercolors emphasize the beauty of Madison’s lake environments. The Gallery is open 9:30 a.m.to 4:00 p.m. weekdays and 12:30-4:00 p.m. weekends. Visit our photo gallery
- Prairies and savannas restored at the Arboretum are showcases during the summer. False white indigo is blooming in the Nursery addition of Curtis Prairie near the Visitor Center. Join a free naturalist-led tour this Sunday at 1:00 to find out more. Visit our photo gallery
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ARBORETUM NEWS
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Early Summer on Curtis Prairie
It was overcast, warm, and windy on today’s Curtis prairie tour—beautiful. Perhaps you have already noticed the construction at the visitor center? The deck, which was in disrepair, has been … Read more »
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Grady Tract Oak Savanna and Greene Prairie
“Like a walk in the park.” That’s how some have described oak savannas. At the entrances to the Grady Tract are maps and posters describing the major restoration work being … Read more »
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Jens Jensen: Writings Inspired by Nature
Join us on Saturday June 8 1:30 p.m. to meet the Author. Professor William Tishler, author of “Jens Jensen: Writings Inspired by Nature” will give a 30-minute presentation with time … Read more »
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West Curtis Prairie, Leopold Pines and Noe Woods Walk
A little sprinkling of rain didn’t spoil our tour on Sunday to the western reaches of the Curtis Prairie, the Leopold Pines, and a bit of Noe Woods. I … Read more »

