The Morton Arb

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    There's always something special going on at the Morton Arboretum

  • Flora! Illuminated Exhibit

    Open Tuesday-Saturday
    March 12-June 29
    The Sterling Morton Library

    See spectacular plant images from rare book and art collections at the Sterling Morton Library's Flora! Illuminated temporary exhibit. See details


    Artwork from A floral fantasy in an old English gardenFlora! Illuminated is a non-traditional alphabetical exploration of spectacular plant images from the Suzette Morton Davidson Special Collections of the Sterling Morton Library. Snippets of song lyrics, poetry, and prose have been selected to accompany these brilliant images to create a memorable experience for visitors. The exhibit highlights rarely seen artwork and rare books, revealing the extraordinary depth of the library's collections and of the plant world.

    Flora! Illuminated Exhibit
    Open Tuesday-Saturday, March 12-June 29
    The Sterling Morton Library

  • Reuse, Recycle, Recraft Display

    Daily in April
    10 a.m.-5 p.m.
    The Arboretum Store

    Stop in and see the unusual and unique products when creative artists decide to 'reuse, recycle, and recraft' items into new and innovative products! See details

    This popular display showcases a multitude of items ranging from jewelry, home decor, and garden items.


    Daily in April
    10 a.m.-5 p.m.
    The Arboretum Store

  • Tram Tours

    Daily in April (weather permitting)

    Hop aboard the Acorn Express for a tour of the Arboretum. See details

    Trams start in April, weather permitting.
    Call 630-968-0074 for times and pricing.