April 2018
The Persistence of the Unsorted
An exhibition of new work by Garfield Park Conservatory's Artist in Residence, Claire Pentecost.
Find out more »September 2018
Big Table Dinner at Garfield Park Conservatory
Join us for an evening of food and conversation to celebrate the amazing urban agriculture that is happening all over Chicago. The dinner is hosted by the Green City Market Junior Board in partnership with Chicago Park District's Night Out in the Parks.
Find out more »Morning Glories
Enjoy learning together with your little one during this weekly drop-in session.
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Member Tour: Tropical Treats
Taste your way through our collection of fruiting plants and trees! This guided tour for Members will showcase up to 15 plants in our collection that we typically see on our plates.
Find out more »Where Future Unfolds at Garfield Park Conservatory
The Black Monument Ensemble with Move Me Soul presents a piece of work closely referencing the Black community’s traditional Civil Rights era music for activism.
Find out more »Indoor Plants for Health Class
Taught by GPCA's Emilia Arellano, this introductory workshop is designed for those new to gardening or those who want a review of the fundamentals for plant care!
Find out more »Composting Demo
Stop by Garfield Park Conservatory to have all of your composting questions answered by our knowledgeable compost volunteers.
Find out more »Free Mini Tour
Go on a shortened tour with one of our knowledgeable guides! RSVP to save your spot.
Find out more »U of I Plant Clinic
Every Saturday, the University of Illinois Plant Clinic is located in the GPC lobby to answer your questions about plants.
Find out more »October 2018
JuiceBox Concerts
JuiceBox concerts are great for kids to wiggle and dance to live performances! Typically 1st & 3rd Saturdays, check the calendar for dates.
Find out more »Beginning Beekeeping Class
Spend the day with our Head Beekeeper, Marcin Matelski, to learn the basics of beekeeping: equipment, hive design and construction, bee biology and behavior, bee management, and bee products.
Find out more »FLEUROTICA 2018
Our signature floral fashion returns to the Conservatory! Save the date for Friday, October 12.
Find out more »Free Yoga
Start your weekend with a relaxing session of yoga, surrounded by Conservatory landscapes. $5 suggested donation
Find out more »Free Mini Tour
Go on a shortened tour with one of our knowledgeable guides! RSVP to save your spot.
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Chicago Bonsai Club
Come join us to learn about the ancient art of growing bonsai from the Chicago Bonsai Club, a chapter of the Midwest Bonsai Society.
Find out more »Tree ID Walk: Fall
Explore the trees on the Garfield Park Conservatory grounds with Openlands' Regional Forester, Daniella Pereira. RSVP to reserve your spot!
Find out more »Creatures of the Night
Join us for some family fun at our annual Halloween event, Creature of the Night! We'll have live animals, music and much more!
Find out more »November 2018
Beginning Beekeeping Class
Spend the day with our Head Beekeeper, Marcin Matelski, to learn the basics of beekeeping: equipment, hive design and construction, bee biology and behavior, bee management, and bee products.
Find out more »Member Tour: Plants & History
Go on a guided tour of our indoor greenhouses and learn about the history, architecture connections and plants that make Garfield Park Conservatory a historical gem on the West Side.
Find out more »January 2019
Member Tour: Behind-the-Scenes
Get a close look at what goes on behind-the-scenes to create and maintain the beautiful public display houses. This tour goes through all of the back greenhouses normally closed off to the public. GPCA Members receive one free tour per year; Family Membership level includes up to five people with their guest passes. To RSVP or if you would like to become a member to sign-up for this tour, please contact membership@garfieldpark.org or 773-638-1766 x.22. Not a member and want to join?…
Find out more »Beginning Beekeeping Class
Spend the day with our Head Beekeeper, Marcin Matelski, to learn the basics of beekeeping: equipment, hive design and construction, bee biology and behavior, bee management, and bee products.
Find out more »February 2019
Beginning Beekeeping Class
Spend the day with our Head Beekeeper, Marcin Matelski, to learn the basics of beekeeping: equipment, hive design and construction, bee biology and behavior, bee management, and bee products.
Find out more »March 2019
Beginning Beekeeping Class
Spend the day with our Head Beekeeper, Marcin Matelski, to learn the basics of beekeeping: equipment, hive design and construction, bee biology and behavior, bee management, and bee products.
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