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

Flyer for upcoming virtual session of yoga with DuShaun on March 23rd from 9am-10am at the Garfield Park Conservatory

Virtual Yoga with DuShaun

Join DuShaun for a virtual yoga class!

Spring Flower Show: What’s In A Name?

The Spring Flower Show opens on February 14th,  and runs through May 12th, 2024, in the Show House and is included with every reservation.

children looking at leaves through magnifying glass

Budding Botanists

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

Flyer for recurring program between Garfield Park Conservatory and the University of Illinois Extension Master Gardener program. Ask a Master Gardener takes place in Horticulture Hall at Garfield Park Conservatory on Saturdays from 10:30am to 1pm

U of I Extension Ask a Master Gardener

Have your gardening questions answered by a Master Gardener at this drop-in session!

Spring Flower Show: What’s In A Name?

The Spring Flower Show opens on February 14th,  and runs through May 12th, 2024, in the Show House and is included with every reservation.

children looking at leaves through magnifying glass

Budding Botanists

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

Meeting History: A Garfield Park Citizen Archive

This project visualizes the history of Garfield Park through a citizen archive built in collaboration with local residents. The resulting archive invites you to learn more about the Garfield Park neighborhood through the photographs and stories of those who spent their time there. 

Spring Flower Show: What’s In A Name?

The Spring Flower Show opens on February 14th,  and runs through May 12th, 2024, in the Show House and is included with every reservation.

child smiling with paint on hands

Art After Dark

Join GPCA’s Nature Educators to explore and discover nature through art! Young ones and adults of all ages can stop by!