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Events & Exhibitions

Lost & Found

Feb 5 - Oct 20

Remnants of Savannas Old-Growth Forests

Model Railroad Garden

May 11 - Oct 27

Landmarks of America

Plant Giveaways

May 15 - Oct 6

Discovery Programs

May 15 - Oct 6

Butterflies in Print

May 25 - Aug 18

Lepidoptera Defined

Butterflies & Blooms

May 25 - Sep 2

Butterfly Exhibition

Art of the Heirloom

May 25 - Aug 18

Always Blooming


Sun 30 Jun	The Ikebana Sogetsu Exhibition will feature flower arranging demonstrations and 50 Ikebana on display.	June 29, noon – 4:30 p.m. June 30, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. The Ikebana Sogetsu Exhibition will feature flower arranging demonstrations and 50 Ikebana on display. Sogetsu School of Illinois members will be on hand to answer questions.
Sat 6 Jul	Beautiful, judged display of more than 100 lily blooms in different varieties	July 6 – 7 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. The Wisconsin-Illinois Lily Society's annual show features floral arrangements in four artistic categories, and a beautiful, judged display of more than 100 lily blooms in different varieties. This show features true lilies, which are never dormant, but perennial plants arising from a bulb full of scales. A wide variety of true lilies will be on display. Visitors can get tips from experts on how to grow and propagate lilies.
Sun 7 Jul	Beautiful, judged display of more than 100 lily blooms in different varieties	July 6 – 7 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. The Wisconsin-Illinois Lily Society's annual show features floral arrangements in four artistic categories, and a beautiful, judged display of more than 100 lily blooms in different varieties. This show features true lilies, which are never dormant, but perennial plants arising from a bulb full of scales. A wide variety of true lilies will be on display. Visitors can get tips from experts on how to grow and propagate lilies.
Sat 13 Jul	Sponsored by the Northshore Iris and Daylily Society, this show features more than ten artistic arrangements and more than 50 daylily varieties in bloom.	July 13 – 14 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Sponsored by the Northshore Iris and Daylily Society, this show features more than ten artistic arrangements and more than 50 daylily varieties in bloom. The sale features iris and daylily plants, available for purchase on both Saturday and Sunday. The show is on Sunday only.
Sun 14 Jul	Sponsored by the Northshore Iris and Daylily Society, this show features more than ten artistic arrangements and more than 50 daylily varieties in bloom.	July 13 – 14 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Sponsored by the Northshore Iris and Daylily Society, this show features more than ten artistic arrangements and more than 50 daylily varieties in bloom. The sale features iris and daylily plants, available for purchase on both Saturday and Sunday. The show is on Sunday only.
Sat 20 Jul	A show and sale of cactuses and succulents.	July 20 – 21 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. The Cactus and Succulent Society of Greater Chicago presents a show and sale of cactuses and succulents. Sale features plants grown by members of the society. Free children’s educational programming will be provided by Multidisciplinary Education for the Environment (ME4E).
Sat 20 Jul	Features plants such as pineapples and Spanish moss.	July 20 – 21 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. The Bromeliad Society of Greater Chicago show and sale features plants such as pineapples and Spanish moss, which are generally easy to grow, require little care, and reward the grower with brilliant, long-lasting blooms and ornamental foliage. Society members will be on hand and information on growing bromeliads is provided. Various bromeliads will be for sale.
Sun 21 Jul	A show and sale of cactuses and succulents.	July 20 – 21 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. The Cactus and Succulent Society of Greater Chicago presents a show and sale of cactuses and succulents. Sale features plants grown by members of the society. Free children’s educational programming will be provided by Multidisciplinary Education for the Environment (ME4E).
Sun 21 Jul	Features plants such as pineapples and Spanish moss.	July 20 – 21 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. The Bromeliad Society of Greater Chicago show and sale features plants such as pineapples and Spanish moss, which are generally easy to grow, require little care, and reward the grower with brilliant, long-lasting blooms and ornamental foliage. Society members will be on hand and information on growing bromeliads is provided. Various bromeliads will be for sale.
Sun 28 Jul	A standard flower show presented by the District IX Garden Clubs of Illinois.	July 27, noon – 4:30 p.m. July 28, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. A standard flower show presented by the District IX Garden Clubs of Illinois. The show includes table top arrangements, floral designs, educational exhibits, photography, artistic crafts, youth exhibits, and of course, horticulture exhibits. Garden Clubs of Illinois is comprised of nearly 10,000 members and is divided up into nine districts.
Sat 3 Aug	The Ikebana International Society presents an exhibition of traditional Japanese flower arranging.	August 3 – 4 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. The Ikebana International Society presents an exhibition of traditional Japanese flower arranging. This event features many educational opportunities to learn about the mechanics and techniques of Ikebana.
Sun 4 Aug	The Ikebana International Society presents an exhibition of traditional Japanese flower arranging.	August 3 – 4 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. The Ikebana International Society presents an exhibition of traditional Japanese flower arranging. This event features many educational opportunities to learn about the mechanics and techniques of Ikebana.
Sun 11 Aug	The Gardeners of the North Shore host this annual show	August 10, noon – 4:30 p.m. August 11, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. The Gardeners of the North Shore host this annual show, which includes a judged exhibition with more than 500 entries of anything a home gardener can grow, including flowers, vegetables, herbs, and houseplants.
Sat 17 Aug	The show draws bonsai enthusiasts from all over the country with more than 100 bonsai on display.	August 16, noon – 5 p.m. August 17 – 18, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. The Midwest Bonsai Society hosts one of the top three bonsai shows and sales in the nation every third weekend of August. The show draws bonsai enthusiasts from all over the country. More than 100 bonsai are on display. The bonsai marketplace features plants, books, tools, bonsai pots, and more. Workshops are held throughout the show and require registration. To learn more about the workshops, visit www.midwestbonsai.org.
Sun 18 Aug	The show draws bonsai enthusiasts from all over the country with more than 100 bonsai on display.	August 16, noon – 5 p.m. August 17 – 18, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. The Midwest Bonsai Society hosts one of the top three bonsai shows and sales in the nation every third weekend of August. The show draws bonsai enthusiasts from all over the country. More than 100 bonsai are on display. The bonsai marketplace features plants, books, tools, bonsai pots, and more. Workshops are held throughout the show and require registration. To learn more about the workshops, visit www.midwestbonsai.org.
Mon 26 Aug	Learn how to preserve nature by creating beautiful dried floral arrangements, bouquets, and wreaths.	Tuesday – Friday, August 26 – 30 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. and 1 – 3 p.m. Burnstein Hall At these workshops, Garden volunteers and other participants transform dry flowers, grasses, and pods into beautiful arrangements for purchase at the Roadside Flower Sale. The public is invited to participate in the workshops and learn more about flower arranging. All arrangements made during the workshops will be donated to the sale and proceeds will benefit the Garden. Please register for workshops in advance by calling (847) 835-8392.
Tue 27 Aug	Learn how to preserve nature by creating beautiful dried floral arrangements, bouquets, and wreaths.	Tuesday – Friday, August 26 – 30 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. and 1 – 3 p.m. Burnstein Hall At these workshops, Garden volunteers and other participants transform dry flowers, grasses, and pods into beautiful arrangements for purchase at the Roadside Flower Sale. The public is invited to participate in the workshops and learn more about flower arranging. All arrangements made during the workshops will be donated to the sale and proceeds will benefit the Garden. Please register for workshops in advance by calling (847) 835-8392.
Wed 28 Aug	Learn how to preserve nature by creating beautiful dried floral arrangements, bouquets, and wreaths.	Tuesday – Friday, August 26 – 30 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. and 1 – 3 p.m. Burnstein Hall At these workshops, Garden volunteers and other participants transform dry flowers, grasses, and pods into beautiful arrangements for purchase at the Roadside Flower Sale. The public is invited to participate in the workshops and learn more about flower arranging. All arrangements made during the workshops will be donated to the sale and proceeds will benefit the Garden. Please register for workshops in advance by calling (847) 835-8392.
Thu 29 Aug	Learn how to preserve nature by creating beautiful dried floral arrangements, bouquets, and wreaths.	Tuesday – Friday, August 26 – 30 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. and 1 – 3 p.m. Burnstein Hall At these workshops, Garden volunteers and other participants transform dry flowers, grasses, and pods into beautiful arrangements for purchase at the Roadside Flower Sale. The public is invited to participate in the workshops and learn more about flower arranging. All arrangements made during the workshops will be donated to the sale and proceeds will benefit the Garden. Please register for workshops in advance by calling (847) 835-8392.
Fri 30 Aug	Learn how to preserve nature by creating beautiful dried floral arrangements, bouquets, and wreaths.	Tuesday – Friday, August 26 – 30 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. and 1 – 3 p.m. Burnstein Hall At these workshops, Garden volunteers and other participants transform dry flowers, grasses, and pods into beautiful arrangements for purchase at the Roadside Flower Sale. The public is invited to participate in the workshops and learn more about flower arranging. All arrangements made during the workshops will be donated to the sale and proceeds will benefit the Garden. Please register for workshops in advance by calling (847) 835-8392.
Sun 1 Sep	An exhibit of 50 to 100 varieties of mushroom foraged from area forests	September 1 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. The Illinois Mycological Association celebrates the richness of fall mushrooms in Illinois with an exhibit of 50 to 100 varieties of mushroom foraged from area forests. Members provide information and answer questions regarding mushrooms and fungi. A children's education area is available, and mushrooms, books, and t-shirts will be for sale. Mycology is the study of fungi and their use to humans as a source for medicine and food, as well as their dangers, such as poisoning or infection, and their benefits to natural ecosystems.
Sun 1 Sep	Explore the beauty and wonder of one of the world's most beloved blooms.	September 1 noon – 4:30 p.m. Explore the beauty and wonder of one of the world's most beloved blooms. Hundreds of roses will be displayed in this judged show. Rose experts will be on hand to answer questions, and rose blooms will be available for purchase.
Fri 6 Sep	Sale of natural plant and dried floral arrangements	September 6 – 8 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Hold on to summer and shop one-of-a-kind natural plant and dried flower arrangements at the Chicago Botanic Garden's annual Roadside Flower Sale. Visit the sale in the Regenstein Center to view gifts incorporating dried flowers, pods, and grasses from the Garden. More than 300 flower arrangements and wreaths created by talented volunteers are available for purchase. The sale features arrangements, wreaths, bouquets, wall hangings, stationary cards, and more. Volunteers designed the floral arrangements using plant materials they collected at the Garden throughout the year. Professional floral designers led the creation of each item at special workshops, allowing volunteers to showcase their unique talents and perspectives. Volunteers first hosted this event in 1980. Proceeds from the Roadside Flower Sale benefit the Garden.
Sat 7 Sep	Sale of natural plant and dried floral arrangements	September 6 – 8 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Hold on to summer and shop one-of-a-kind natural plant and dried flower arrangements at the Chicago Botanic Garden's annual Roadside Flower Sale. Visit the sale in the Regenstein Center to view gifts incorporating dried flowers, pods, and grasses from the Garden. More than 300 flower arrangements and wreaths created by talented volunteers are available for purchase. The sale features arrangements, wreaths, bouquets, wall hangings, stationary cards, and more. Volunteers designed the floral arrangements using plant materials they collected at the Garden throughout the year. Professional floral designers led the creation of each item at special workshops, allowing volunteers to showcase their unique talents and perspectives. Volunteers first hosted this event in 1980. Proceeds from the Roadside Flower Sale benefit the Garden.
Sun 8 Sep	Sale of natural plant and dried floral arrangements	September 6 – 8 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Hold on to summer and shop one-of-a-kind natural plant and dried flower arrangements at the Chicago Botanic Garden's annual Roadside Flower Sale. Visit the sale in the Regenstein Center to view gifts incorporating dried flowers, pods, and grasses from the Garden. More than 300 flower arrangements and wreaths created by talented volunteers are available for purchase. The sale features arrangements, wreaths, bouquets, wall hangings, stationary cards, and more. Volunteers designed the floral arrangements using plant materials they collected at the Garden throughout the year. Professional floral designers led the creation of each item at special workshops, allowing volunteers to showcase their unique talents and perspectives. Volunteers first hosted this event in 1980. Proceeds from the Roadside Flower Sale benefit the Garden.
Sat 14 Sep	See gourds of all shapes and sizes at this show and sale.	September 14 – 15 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. See gourds of all shapes and sizes at this show and sale. The show includes themed and educational displays. Society members and growers will be on hand to answer questions. Vendors will sell crafted gourds of all kinds in addition to dry gourds, seeds, tools, and supplies. Several workshops will be offered through the Chicago Botanic Garden.
Sun 15 Sep	See gourds of all shapes and sizes at this show and sale.	September 14 – 15 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. See gourds of all shapes and sizes at this show and sale. The show includes themed and educational displays. Society members and growers will be on hand to answer questions. Vendors will sell crafted gourds of all kinds in addition to dry gourds, seeds, tools, and supplies. Several workshops will be offered through the Chicago Botanic Garden.
Sun 22 Sep	Hundreds of dahlia blooms ranging in size from a silver dollar to a dinner plate will be on display.	September 21, noon – 4:30 p.m. September 22, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. The Central States Dahlia Society is hosting their 81st Dahlia Show featuring exhibitors from all over the Midwest. Hundreds of dahlia blooms ranging in size from a silver dollar to a dinner plate will be judged and on display, with floral designs and photography completing the show. Dahlias are known for their bright, vibrant colors and perfect petal arrangements. Society members will be on hand to provide written information and to answer questions about dahlias.
Sat 28 Sep	Ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arranging, originated with Ikenobo in Kyoto, Japan, as a Buddhist floral offering.	September 28 – 29 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arranging, originated with Ikenobo in Kyoto, Japan, as a Buddhist floral offering. This show is presented by the Ikenobo Ikebana Society, Chicago Chapter, and will feature arrangements from members who will be on hand to answer questions about Ikenobo.
Sun 29 Sep	Ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arranging, originated with Ikenobo in Kyoto, Japan, as a Buddhist floral offering.	September 28 – 29 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arranging, originated with Ikenobo in Kyoto, Japan, as a Buddhist floral offering. This show is presented by the Ikenobo Ikebana Society, Chicago Chapter, and will feature arrangements from members who will be on hand to answer questions about Ikenobo.
Sat 12 Oct	Tabletop displays, from the rarest of species to cultivated hybrids, will be artistically arranged.	October 12 – 13 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Special photographers' hour on Sunday at 9 a.m. The Illinois Orchid Society presents this show, in which individual orchids in 128 classes will vie for red, white, and blue ribbons. Twenty-five entries will receive "best of class" green ribbons, and the best- appointed plant in the show will receive the Chicago Horticultural Society Award from American Orchid Society judges. Tabletop displays, from the rarest of species to cultivated hybrids, will be artistically arranged. The Society will provide an orchid sales area and repotting services. For more information, visit www.iosoc.com.
Sun 13 Oct	Tabletop displays, from the rarest of species to cultivated hybrids, will be artistically arranged.	October 12 – 13 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Special photographers' hour on Sunday at 9 a.m. The Illinois Orchid Society presents this show, in which individual orchids in 128 classes will vie for red, white, and blue ribbons. Twenty-five entries will receive "best of class" green ribbons, and the best- appointed plant in the show will receive the Chicago Horticultural Society Award from American Orchid Society judges. Tabletop displays, from the rarest of species to cultivated hybrids, will be artistically arranged. The Society will provide an orchid sales area and repotting services. For more information, visit www.iosoc.com.
Sat 19 Oct	Enjoy tastings and information on growing fruit. See apples turned into cider.	October 19 – 20 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Freshly harvested fruit grown in the area by the Midwest Fruit Explorers is on display and for sale. Featured are apples, pears, paw paws, grapes, kiwis, and more. See apples turned into cider during apple press demonstrations. Visitors can enjoy tastings and information on growing fruit. Apples, cider, and more will be on sale.
Sat 19 Oct	A wide variety of lily bulbs will be available for purchase.	October 19 – 20 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. A wide variety of lily bulbs will be available for purchase at the Wisconsin-Illinois Lily Society's annual sale.
Sat 19 Oct	Features many varieties of unique and easy-to-grow daffodils.	October 19 – 20 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. The Midwest Daffodil Society's bulb sale features many varieties of unique and easy-to-grow daffodils for the gardener who wants some early color next spring.
Sun 20 Oct	A wide variety of lily bulbs will be available for purchase.	October 19 – 20 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. A wide variety of lily bulbs will be available for purchase at the Wisconsin-Illinois Lily Society's annual sale.
Sun 20 Oct	Features many varieties of unique and easy-to-grow daffodils.	October 19 – 20 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. The Midwest Daffodil Society's bulb sale features many varieties of unique and easy-to-grow daffodils for the gardener who wants some early color next spring.
Sun 20 Oct	Enjoy tastings and information on growing fruit. See apples turned into cider.	October 19 – 20 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Freshly harvested fruit grown in the area by the Midwest Fruit Explorers is on display and for sale. Featured are apples, pears, paw paws, grapes, kiwis, and more. See apples turned into cider during apple press demonstrations. Visitors can enjoy tastings and information on growing fruit. Apples, cider, and more will be on sale.
Sat 21 Jun	Six Chicago-area garden clubs present the competitive exhibition Botanica.	June 21 & 22, 2014 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Six Chicago-area garden clubs affiliated with the Garden Club of America (GCA) present the competitive exhibition Botanica at the Chicago Botanic Garden. Visitors will find competitive flower arrangement classes, horticulture classes, photography classes, and classes for children, as well as an exhibit on seed banking and conservation. More than a hundred GCA members, representing dozens of GCA clubs around the country, will compete. Exhibits will be judged, and awards presented on Friday, June 10. The six Chicago-area garden clubs affiliated with GCA are the Garden Club of Barrington, Garden Club of Evanston, Garden Guild of Winnetka, Kenilworth Garden Club, Lake Forest Garden Club, and Winnetka Garden Club.
Sun 22 Jun	Six Chicago-area garden clubs present the competitive exhibition Botanica.	June 21 & 22, 2014 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Six Chicago-area garden clubs affiliated with the Garden Club of America (GCA) present the competitive exhibition Botanica at the Chicago Botanic Garden. Visitors will find competitive flower arrangement classes, horticulture classes, photography classes, and classes for children, as well as an exhibit on seed banking and conservation. More than a hundred GCA members, representing dozens of GCA clubs around the country, will compete. Exhibits will be judged, and awards presented on Friday, June 10. The six Chicago-area garden clubs affiliated with GCA are the Garden Club of Barrington, Garden Club of Evanston, Garden Guild of Winnetka, Kenilworth Garden Club, Lake Forest Garden Club, and Winnetka Garden Club.