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Summer 2008 Flower Power Saturday, June 7 through Sunday, September 28 Hours: 9 am – 5 pm daily; Thursdays till 8 pmWhere: Show House, Horticulture Hall Cost: Free
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Family Fun Centennial Activities February through June 1 Hours: See BelowWhere: Throughout the Conservatory Cost: Free
Did you know that Chicago’s botanical gem under glass, the Garfield Park Conservatory, has been home to rare tropical plants for almost 100 years? (The Conservatory opened to the public in April of 1908.). During the Centennial Celebration the Garfield Park Conservatory Alliance is offering a number of exciting programming events that will enhance the family-oriented visitor’s experience of both history and horticulture.
Family Make-and-Take Activity: Centennial Celebrations Saturdays and Sundays, 1 pm - 3
pm
Family Exploration Station: Past, Present and Future of Plants
Saturdays and Sundays, 11 am
- 4 pm
Mobile Exploration Station: Conservatory Birthday Booth
Hunting for History Scavenger Hunt
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Conserve-A-Story Exhibit: A Collaborative Exhibition Celebrating A Neighborhood's Unwritten History April 10 through June Hours: 9 am – 5 pm daily; Thursdays till 8 pmWhere: Throughout the Conservatory Cost: Free
Opening April 10th in the Community Room as
part of Garfield Park Conservatory’s Centennial Celebration,
“Conserve-A-Story” will unveil some of the untold stories of the
surrounding area through the eyes of those who have lived here.
This exhibition is a collaborative community project, in which
residents showcase neighborhood history through a collection of
narratives and portraits. Stories are told using
autobiographical objects, audio interviews, photographs, and
recipes. As part of the April through June exhibition, a number
of companion events, such as garden walks, crafts, music, plays,
and children’s activities, will take place during the scheduled
public viewing times.
Click here to view additional information on the Garfield Park Conservatory Alliance's Centennial website for CHICAOASIS: The Greenest Show on Earth.
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The Legacy Music Series Dong Fang Performing Arts Fulcrum Point New Music Project
David Gweshe and the Boterekwa Dance Troupe Thursday, July 17
and July 24 Jon Faddis and the Chicago Jazz Ensemble
The Legacy Music Series pays homage to Garfield Park’s ethnic foundations, the tapestry of Chicago’s rich musical history, and the diversity of our featured artists. Take a seat on the terrace while you enjoy the distinctive artistry of the Legacy Music Series line-up. Pack a picnic, or purchase from our menu when you arrive. Reservations are just $10 per performance. Or buy the whole Series for $35. Reservations are available for purchase online (see below) and will also be available for purchase at the door Performances take place rain or shine. Horticultural Hall is the concert venue in inclement weather. It’s an ideal opportunity to gather your friends, bring a date, relax from your workday or give your significant other an enjoyable night out.
Want a deeper connection with our featured performers? Explore the artistic vision of our unique headliners at an exclusive pre-performance reception. The Jensen Room will be the site of a one-on-one experience with each group prior to their public concert on the Bluestone Terrace. In a unique mini-presentation format, you’ll gain insight into the cultural and emotional foundations of their musical genre - plus learn about their special connection to the natural world. It’s the perfect prelude to an evening of musical delights. Admission is $50 and tickets are limited. Your ticket entitles you to delicious reception food and beverage, the artists’ presentation, one seat in the VIP section at the public performance, a complimentary Seedling membership ($25 value) and a special gift. If purchasing multiple VIP Preview and Performance reservations, please specify the names of your guests in the “Special Order Instructions” box during checkout so that membership cards can also be created for them.
For reservations or additional information about the Legacy Music Series, please call 773-638-1766 ex.26 or click here to purchase tickets online.
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Summer Tree ID Walk Friday, July 18th Hours: 10 am – Noon Where: Meet in the Conservatory Lobby Cost: Free
Learn how to identify city trees through the seasons with Treekeeper Jim DeHorn of Openlands Project. We will explore the trees of the beautiful and historic Garfield Park. Dress appropriately for weather. These walks take place rain or shine!
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Origami Open House Hours: Drop in anytime between 1 pm - 4 pm Where:
Classroom of the Conservatory
Origami is a fascinating, fun-filled creative activity for children as well as adults. With a minimum of folds and creases, you can transform a flat sheet of paper into a three-dimensional form like a swan, a boat, a flower or even a hat. So, if you're interested in creating animals, dinosaurs, flowers, decorative boxes and various other models, please join us.
Every second Saturday of the month in the Conservatory’s Classroom, the Chicago Area Origami Society presents a free drop-in Origami Open House to our visitors. Please drop by — both kids and adults are welcome, but children must be accompanied by an adult. Experienced folders welcome as well. Also, though there will be a limited supply of paper available, you are encouraged to bring your own. The workshop is FREE and OPEN to the public.
For more information, please contact Robert by e-mail at robertcubie@earthlink.net, or visit their website: www.home.earthlink.net/~robertcubie/origami |
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Morning Glories for Families Mondays (throughout the year) Hours: Drop in between 10 am - Noon Where: Elizabeth Morse Genius Children’s Garden Cost: $1 suggested donation per family
Enjoy learning together with your preschooler in this weekly drop-in activity and story time. This season’s projects include planting popcorn, bug terrariums, seed hunts, digging for worms, and much more! Each plant-related project takes 20-25 minutes, the last group is taken at 11:45 pm. [MORE]
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Morning Glories for Schools Thursdays (throughout the year)
Hours: 10
am - Noon (Registration Required)
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