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From the BLOG

Construction on Lake Nevin spillway has begun

As you enter Bernheim's main entrance, you may notice some construction happening on the right. On October 22, we began state-mandated work on our Lake Nevin dam and spillway. What are we building? In compliance with state regulations, this … Read More »

Big Forests Need Big Heroes (Like You)

DONATE TODAY to the Big Forests Need Big Heroes Campaign. Every year in Kentucky, we lose 50,000 acres of land to development. It is estimated that there are over 3 million trees throughout Bernheim’s 15,625 acres, all of which are protected … Read More »

Virtual Visitor Center

Welcome to Bernheim! Bernheim is working to do our part to help "flatten the curve" of the spread of Covid-19, which means we've closed some our our buildings and cancelled programs, but we're still open for your dose of fresh air, sunshine, and … Read More »

COVID-19 Update: June 25, 2020

https://youtu.be/3dp5OesDku8 In an effort to help slow the spread of COVID-19, Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest closed to the public on March 26, 2020. The safety and wellbeing of our visitors, volunteers, staff, and community is always our … Read More »

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Invest in the environment…and connect with nature. Bernheim members receive our beautiful, full-color newsletter the forest echo at their home quarterly and our monthly e-Newsletter. Members also receive a 10% discount at these nurseries.

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Join&Support

Invest in the environment…and connect with nature. Bernheim members receive our beautiful, full-color newsletter the forest echo at their home quarterly and our monthly e-Newsletter. Members also receive a 10% discount at these nurseries.

Find out more.

Today

Bugfest & Fall Plant Sale

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Bernheim will be abuzz with all sorts of fun as we explore insects and their relatives. Join in the Parade of Bugs, have fun on an Insect Safari, dare to […]

ColorFest

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Celebrate the fall season at ColorFest – a family favorite! Visitors can slingshot pumpkins, navigate the hay maze, make mud pies, and enjoy a hayride in the splendor of Bernheim’s […]

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