June 2019
Morning Glories
Enjoy learning together with your little one during this weekly drop-in session.
Find out more »Goat Visits
The goats return to GPC for one week each month, May - August. This program is weather dependent.
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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 »Goat Yoga – Sold out
Goat Yoga returns to GPC this summer! Sign up for this special session of yoga with kid goats.
Find out more »Yoga
Start your weekend with a relaxing session of yoga, surrounded by Conservatory landscapes. $5 suggested donation
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.
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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 »Free Mini Tour
Go on a shortened tour with one of our knowledgeable guides! RSVP to save your spot.
Find out more »Eighth Blackbird at Garfield Conservatory
Chicago-based four-time GRAMMY award-winning new music sextet Eighth Blackbird, All-ages afternoon concert presented by Night Out In the Parks.
Find out more »UNFOLDING: A Sound Meditation Experience
Join singer, teacher and sound guide, Davin Youngs for this unique immersion in meditative sounds amidst the unfolding growth of the Garfield Park Conservatory.
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 »July 2019
GPMF Project Inclusion Strings
The Grant Park Music Festival brings free string quartet and choral performance to the Conservatory.
Find out more »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 »2nd Wednesday Lecture: Identifying our Nature
Join as we learn about identifying plants and exploring - in Chicago and beyond!
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Tree ID Walk: Summer
Learn about city trees throughout the seasons with Openlands’ TreeKeeper Program Manager, Al DeReu.
Find out more »Goat Visits
The goats return to GPC for one week each month, May - August. This program is weather dependent.
Find out more »Goat Yoga – Sold out
Goat Yoga returns to GPC this summer! Sign up for this special session of yoga with kid goats.
Find out more »Goat Yoga – Sold out
Goat Yoga returns to GPC this summer! Sign up for this special session of yoga with kid goats.
Find out more »Beyond Basic Beekeeping
Explore the Conservatory hives with head beekeeper, Marcin Matelski, in this hands-on, beyond the basics class.
Find out more »Goat Yoga – Sold out
Goat Yoga returns to GPC this summer! Sign up for this special session of yoga with kid goats.
Find out more »Goat Yoga – Sold out
Goat Yoga returns to GPC this summer! Sign up for this special session of yoga with kid goats.
Find out more »August 2019
Natural Pigments & Dyes: Senior Series
In an 8-week series, participants will learn the fundamentals of natural dyeing- the process, the materials (fibers), and the plants. For ages 55+.
Find out more »2nd Wednesday Lecture: The Art of Urban Foraging
We welcome you to space in the name of appreciating the lovely plants and nature that is within and around us!
Find out more »Goat Visits
The goats return to GPC for one week each month, May - August. This program is weather dependent.
Find out more »Goat Yoga – Sold out
Goat Yoga returns to GPC this summer! Sign up for this special session of yoga with kid goats.
Find out more »
Goat Yoga – Sold out
Goat Yoga returns to GPC this summer! Sign up for this special session of yoga with kid goats.
Find out more »Goat Yoga – Sold out
Goat Yoga returns to GPC this summer! Sign up for this special session of yoga with kid goats.
Find out more »Goat Yoga – Sold out
Goat Yoga returns to GPC this summer! Sign up for this special session of yoga with kid goats.
Find out more »UNFOLDING: A Sound Meditation Experience
Join singer, teacher and sound guide, Davin Youngs for this unique immersion in meditative sounds amidst the unfolding growth of the Garfield Park Conservatory.
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September 2019
2nd Wednesday Lecture
A time to connect people with plants and nature every month! Check back for details!
Find out more »Big Table Dinner
The Big Table Dinner Project is a community dinner hosted by Green City Market, presented by Night out in the Parks.
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 »October 2019
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 »Tree ID Walk: Fall
Learn about city trees throughout the seasons with Openlands’ TreeKeeper Program Manager, Al DeReu.
Find out more »FLEUROTICA 2019
Our signature floral fashion fundraiser returns this October! Save the date for Friday, October 18, 2019 • 6:30pm-9:30pm • Garfield Park Conservatory WHAT IS FLEUROTICA? FLEUROTICA spotlights the unique talents of Chicago’s leading floral designers, fashion designers, landscape artists and students as they create breathtaking garments made entirely from plants, flowers and natural materials. Proceeds directly benefit the Garfield Park Conservatory Alliance and our mission to change lives through the power of nature. CO-CHAIRS Amy Rule and Erika Summers…
Find out more »November 2019
UNFOLDING: A Sound Meditation Experience
Join singer, teacher and sound guide, Davin Youngs for this unique immersion in meditative sounds amidst the unfolding growth of the Garfield Park Conservatory.
Find out more »December 2019
Blossoming Bronze: Music of Bali
In this performance series for all ages, Chicago Balinese Gamelan celebrates the Balinese values of recognizing and revering nature and Mother Earth.
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