Thank you for helping us meet the challenge grant! We have successfully raised $9,833,937 towards this incredible project. Thank you to all who have supported the EMG Children’s Garden renovation, we could not be at this stage without you. Thank you for investing in equitable access to nature and helping us build this accessible resource in Garfield Park. We can’t wait to celebrate the reopening with you and your family! Stay tuned for more updates.
After 20 years, the beloved 6,000 square-foot indoor Children’s Garden has been completely reimagined. This free, state of the art nature playscape will bring hours of joy and immersive learning. The new garden and playscape will provide a year-round, accessible adventure for Garfield Park and Chicago families. A wheel-chair accessible spiral ramp makes its way up to the top of the historic glass roof, with a one-of-a-kind climber, specially designed for the Conservatory.
This garden was made possible by a generous contribution from the Elizabeth Morse Genius Charitable Trust.
For more questions, please contact Jennifer Van Valkenburg at Garfield Park Conservatory, 773-638-1766 ext. 12 or jvanvalkenburg@garfieldpark.org
If you are interested in utilizing an installment plan to make your gift over 1-3 years please contact Marie Stringer, Director of Development & Communications, at mstringer@garfieldpark.org or call 773-638-1766 x 22. Click here for a pledge form.
Checks can be sent to:
Garfield Park Conservatory Alliance
ATTN: Development Office
300 N. Central Park Ave.
Chicago, IL 60624