Celebrate a New Era at Bickelhaupt Arboretum Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Marks Completion of Renovation

Friday, May 1, 2026 10 a.m. Eastern Iowa Community Colleges (EICC) invites media and the public to a ribbon cutting celebration for the newly renovated Bickelhaupt Arboretum. The event will commemorate the completion of improvements and officially reopen the space as a hub for education, nature, and community gatherings. Attendees will also have the opportunity to view the Arboretum’s Dambo troll installation.

DETAILS:

Attendees will join community members, donors, and friends in celebrating the transformation of the Arboretum. The program will include:

· Welcome and remarks

· Ceremonial ribbon cutting

· Opportunities to explore the renovated facilities and grounds

· Viewing of the Dambo troll installation

· Refreshments provided by Homer’s Deli

Johnna Kerres (she/her/hers)
Associate Director for Marketing and Communications
Eastern Iowa Community Colleges
101 West Third St., Davenport, IA 52801
Office: 563-336-3464| Cell: 309-737-0276 |eicc.edu/marketing

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