From the Chicago Park District: The Lincoln Park Conservatory’s Spring Flower Show, “Pillars of Spring” invites visitors to imagine gardens in a different way – vertically. The show demonstrates that plant lovers can engage in their passion by planting from the ground upwards. The display will...
Looking for the perfect birthday, anniversary or Mother's Day present? If so, we've got you covered! This spring, show your loved one just how much you care by dedicating flowers in their honor from the Conservatory's flower show, "Pillars of Spring." Dedications over $25 will receive...
The "Pillars of Spring" flower show at the Lincoln Park Conservatory will open on Friday, February 26th. Stay tuned to our social media for updates and reserve your tickets at Eventbrite. We hope to see you there! The Lincoln Park Conservancy is proud to support the...
Important Covid-19 update: In an effort to ensure that the Lincoln Park Conservatory is as safe as possible for all, beginning 1/7/21 all visitors (ages 5 and up) must show proof of vaccination to enter the Conservatory. Proof can include a physical vaccine card, a photocopy of...
By Jackie DeThorne Recently, I was asked two questions about volunteering and donating. "Why do you volunteer/donate and why do you support the Lincoln Park Conservancy specifically?" My initial thoughts were it’s good for the city and it’s good for me, but then I thought on...
[caption id="attachment_4288" align="alignleft" width="240"] Steve Slaske's painting of the Lily Pool[/caption] The Lincoln Park Conservatory will feature the watercolor works of local artist Steve Slaske in the Show House during the months of September and October. According to the artist, "The pandemic lockdown caused me to...
The Corpse Flower (Amorphophallus titanium) draws large crowds and media coverage, and its blooming is one of the most exciting and anticipated events at the Lincoln Park Conservatory. The scientific name translates literally to giant, misshapen phallus. In its native Sumatra, it is termed ‘Bunga Bangkai’,...
The Conservatory welcomes ticketed visitors Wednesday through Sunday from 10am to 3pm. Before your next visit to the Conservatory, please be aware that the Chicago Park District has updated its indoor and outdoor mask policy. In accordance with updated recommendations from the Chicago Department of...
Chocolate is derived from cacao seeds which are found in pods like this one (Theobroma Cacao) in the Conservatory’s Palm Room. Not only does it taste delicious, but chocolate has a rich cultural history as well! Native to central and South America, the story of...
Late Spring is here and we’re excited to once again offer in-person programming at North Pond, the Conservatory, and the Lily Pool! In May, we resumed docent-led Wildflower Walks at North Pond and the Lily Pool. Guests took an in-depth tour of the sites' spring...
