The Lenhardt Library

One of the great treasures of the Chicago Botanic Garden

Now at the Lenhardt Library:

Rare Book Exhibition

America Grows: 250 Years of Garden Stories

Through September 27, 2026
Wednesday – Sunday, noon – 4 p.m.
Lenhardt Library, Regenstein Center

See a curated exhibition from the Rare Book Collection.

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Hands-On Fun

Create A LEGO® Garden

Through September 27, 2026
Wednesday – Sunday, noon – 4 p.m.
Lenhardt Library, Regenstein Center

Create your own garden using your imagination + LEGO® bricks.

What’s the garden of your dreams? Be a part of America Grows, create your own garden using your imagination + LEGO^® bricks. Botanical-themed models designed by local artists Daniel Olvera and Alysa Kirkpatrick will inspire your designs. Please Note: LEGO^®creations will stay at the Garden.

Member Advantage

Garden members can borrow books online. All you need is your unique membership number for full access to our e-book system.

Read books online