Why Trillium

Trillium grandiflorum is most common in rich, mixed upland forests. It is easily recognized by its attractive three-petaled white flowers, opening from late spring to early summer, that rise above a whorl of three, leaf-like bracts. It is an example of a spring ephemeral, a plant whose life-cycle is synchronised with that of the deciduous woodland which it favours.

Our Mission

To improve bird and wildlife habitat through planting and protection of native plants.

Welcome Spring...

along the West Coast Of Wisconsin. The Trillium Festival has numerous opportunities to learn about and enjoy the gifts of nature. Our communities offer wonderful experiences in Lodging, Dining, Shopping and opportunities to make new Friends. 

May 9 - 11, 2025

Trillium Festival Weekend Events

Enjoy a weekend of Nature along the West Coast Of Wisconsin and hear from Doug Tallamy author of Nature's Best Hope, a New York Times Best Seller. The venue is located in a wonderful part of the Driftless Region offering unique Lodging, Dining and Shopping experiences.

Friday, May 9, 2025

Keynote Speaker Doug Tallamy

Ticketed Event
Vino in the Valley
Maiden Rock, WI


5:00 Social Hour w/two drink tickets
(includes wagon ride along the vineyard and Rush River)
6:30 Dinner and N/A beverage
8:00 Speaker Doug Tallamy
9:15 Trillium Award Presentation

Early-bird Tickets are $125, after April 1, 2025 tickets are $165

Doug Tallamy is the T. A. Baker Professor of Agriculture in the Department of Entomology and Wildlife Ecology at the University of Delaware, where he has authored 112 research publications and has taught insect related courses for 44 years. Chief among his research goals is to better understand the many ways insects interact with plants and how such interactions determine the diversity of animal communities. His books includeBringing Nature Home,The Living Landscape, co-authored with Rick Darke,Nature's Best Hope, a New York Times Best Seller,The Nature of Oaks, winner of the American Horticultural Society’s 2022 book award.   In 2021 he cofounded Homegrown National Park with Michelle Alfandari (HomegrownNationalPark.org). His awards include recognition from The Garden Writer’s Association, Audubon, The National Wildlife Federation, Allegheny College, Ecoforesters, The Garden Club of America, The Herb Society, and The American Horticultural Association.

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Saturday, May 10, 2025

Free Saturday Events

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Trillium Self-Guided Driving Tour
Native Plant Sale
Maple Tasting - Syrup & Treats
Nature Trail Open

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Attracting Bluebirds

Directions to Rustic Road Gallery

Saturday, may 10, 2025

Doug Tallamy Book Signing

Rustic Road Gallery
Maiden Rock, WI

8:30am - 10am
Doug will be signing his book "Nature's Best Hope" for attendees of Friday night's keynote event.

Saturday, May 10, 2025

Every Garden Tells a Story

10:30 AM - 12:00

Reba Luiken, Executive Director Allen Centennial Garden, UW Madison

Hometown: Plymouth, MN

Dr. Reba Luiken is an architect of encounters with plants in her role as Executive Director of Allen Centennial Garden. She has a Ph.D. in the History of Science, Technology, and Medicine, a B.S. in Plant Biology, and a B.A. in Religious Studies. Reba also brings experience in museums and public gardens where she has worked in public programs, visitor engagement, and exhibit development. At Allen Centennial Garden, she is focused on building partnerships with people from across campus and beyond to make Allen Centennial Garden a hub of experiential learning and community formation on campus.

Sunday, May 11, 2025

Free Sunday Events

Rustic Road Gallery
Maiden Rock, WI

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Trillium Self-Guided Driving Tour
Native Plant Sale
Maple Tasting - Syrup & Treats
Nature Trail Open

Workshops
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Gardening/Habitat


1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Bird Banding

Directions to Rustic Road Gallery

Conservation Partners

If you are interested in becoming a Trillium Festival Partner at the Conservation level, please contact us.

Habitat Partners

Trillium Festival Event Maps Found at These Locations