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Dubuque Arboretum Fund
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At a Glance
- Reconnects people with nature.
- Horticultural learning opportunities for all.
- Features sculptures & music.
About Us
The Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens was established in 1980. It consists of 56 acres and is located at 3800 Arboretum Drive, Dubuque, Iowa. Admission is free and the grounds are open year-round from 7 a.m. to dusk, welcoming around 55,000 visitors from all over the world each year. The Arboretum was created and is maintained entirely by volunteers and two staff members. Currently, we have around 350 volunteers who help in our gift shop, office, gardens, maintenance, planning, and operations. The Arboretum is a popular spot in the community for outdoor weddings, concerts, and special events. The Arboretum includes the following gardens: Herbs, Hostas, Roses, Annuals and Perennials, Cacti, Prairie, Wildflowers, Hydrangeas, Children’s Gardens, Garden of Eat’n, Japanese Garden and Koi Pond, Formal English Garden, Union Park Garden, Ornamental Tree, and Shrub Collections, and Conifer Collections. There are also wooded hiking trails. The Dubuque Arboretum's beauty is something we all can cherish - thanks to the valuable hours from our volunteers and generous grants and donations that have been provided.
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Mission
The Dubuque Arboretum & Botanical Gardens' mission is to establish, preserve and maintain an arboretum and botanical garden to be a source of information, education, culture, and beauty for all to know.
Basic Information
Phone
563-556-2100Address
3800 Arboretum Drive Dubuque, IA 52001Director
Jenna Hirtz
Director Email
director@dubuquearboretum.netSuccess Story
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Our volunteers are typically community members who range from all ages. Many in our community have established a lifetime of memories at the Dubuque Arboretum. Individuals have weddings, graduations, or they choose to purchase a memorial in honor of a loved one. Families/grandparents enjoy bringing their children/grandchildren to the playground or to feed the Koi fish while finding peace in our beautiful gardens. On Sunday evenings, we host "Music in the Gardens" from June through August this is offered free of charge to anyone who wishes to join.
Fund Details
Fund Name
Dubuque Arboretum Fund
Year Founded
2004
Type of Fund
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