Events & Programs

The Garfield Park Conservatory is committed to providing innovative and educational events and programs throughout the year. In addition we produce and host cultural performances, hands-on classes, unique fundraisers, educational demonstrations, and more! Peruse by content area by clicking on one of the thumbnails below, or go straight to our calendar to see what’s happening on a specific date and time.

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Our Programs & Events

Calendar Highlights

The Creative Mind of George Washington Carver

The Creative Mind of George Washington Carver Artist’s Garden Show will provide visitors insight about Carver’s artistic and scientific development and the gifts he shared with the world. 

Wild Wednesdays

Wild Wednesdays is back for the summer! Join us in Play and Grow for nature play activities!

Flyer for summer concert series, Music Under Glass (MUG) featuring artist MFnMelo (mutherfucking Melo). This performance will be taking place in Horticulture Hall on the evening of Wednesday, July 17th from 6pm-7pm. This concert is free and open to the public, and registration will open on the first of every month (July, August, September).

Music Under Glass: A Westside Perspective

Join us for a summer Music Under Glass concert featuring MFnMelo!

The Creative Mind of George Washington Carver

The Creative Mind of George Washington Carver Artist’s Garden Show will provide visitors insight about Carver’s artistic and scientific development and the gifts he shared with the world. 

toddlers playing with toys

Morning Glories

Stop by our morning glories station for activities where little ones 0-3 yrs old can come play and explore!

The Creative Mind of George Washington Carver

The Creative Mind of George Washington Carver Artist’s Garden Show will provide visitors insight about Carver’s artistic and scientific development and the gifts he shared with the world. 

The Creative Mind of George Washington Carver

The Creative Mind of George Washington Carver Artist’s Garden Show will provide visitors insight about Carver’s artistic and scientific development and the gifts he shared with the world. 

children looking at leaves through magnifying glass

Budding Botanists

Stop by our Budding Botanists station for activities all about plants. Young ones and adults of all ages can stop by and play!

Westside fireflies promo flyer in blue

Westside Fireflies

Join us in Community room for an hour of movement, music and storytelling with Westside Fireflies!