… near Native Plant Garden, and Farm on Ogden Jerram artist statement: “ Of Earth and Sky is a large-scale installation of poetry created by the public through a process of workshops and … across multiple locations, forming a temporary sculpture trail where the public is able to discover and interact with the poetry, in a physical form.” About the artist: Luke Jerram’s … with participants and staff in the Garden’s Windy City Harvest urban agriculture program to create poems that reflect their experiences in bringing food, health, and jobs to local …
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… Science First Application 2 With Sidebar Menu Science First Application & Resources What is Science First? Calling all curious minds in rising 7th, 8th, 9th, and 10th grades! Are you ready to unleash your inner explorer and dive into the wonders of science? Look no further than Science … about plants, animals, and the environment in a fun and engaging way. Free lunch: No need to pack a brown bag, lunch is on us! Make new friends: Connect with like-minded peers and build …
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… Science First Application Science First Application & Resources What is Science First? Calling all curious minds in rising 7th, 8th, 9th, and 10th grades! Are you ready to unleash your inner explorer and dive into the wonders of science? Look no further than Science … about plants, animals, and the environment in a fun and engaging way. Free lunch: No need to pack a brown bag, lunch is on us! Make new friends: Connect with like-minded peers and build …
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… Playlist Movin & groovin to that old ★ time rock n roll What’s a 50th birthday celebration without some memorable jams? In a nod to our 1972 opening, we created four special playlists below just for you. Rock on, Curtis … of 1972 1972 Progressive Rock 1972 Rock 1972 Rhythm and Blues 1972 Soft Rock Live music is back at the Garden! Featuring ’70s bands on the first and last Monday of each month. Check out …
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… 25 – March 22 Wednesday – Sunday, noon – 4 p.m. Our Seed Library in the Lenhardt Library is a place where you may “borrow” seeds to plant, to grow, and to enjoy! At harvest time, save seeds for yourself, and return some to the Seed … noon – 4 p.m. Our Seed Library in the Lenhardt Library is a place where you may “borrow” seeds to plant, to grow, and to enjoy! At harvest time, save seeds for yourself, and return some to the …
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… Specimen Collection How to collect and submit plant and insect samples Please submit one of the following forms when … Diagnosis Plant or Insect Identification General Questions Please provide us with two ways to respond to your questions, such as several phone numbers, e-mail address, or mailing address. … out a Plant Diagnosis form, please provide as much information as possible, including where it is planted, light received, watering practices, chemical treatments given, age, and other …
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… Digital Photography Contest 2014 Fall Contest Winners Our winter contest is January 30 – March 13, 2015 Winners announced March 20, 2015 Thank you to all of the photographers who entered our summer photo contest, sharing treasures from all … previous contests, each grand prize winner will receive a complimentary one-year membership to the Chicago Botanic Garden. Congratulations to our winning photographers, and to everyone who …
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… in establishing and sustaining horticultural therapy programs. These programs are designed to advance individual and group treatment plans or to engage people with disabilities and older adults in safe, comfortable gardening experiences … an application and a brief telephone interview two months prior to your visit. The study tour is offered from May to October. Session Length The study tour can be scheduled for a minimum of …
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… off the Spool and Thread sculpture at the garden’s center, leading into the planting bed—which is subdivided into eight smaller beds, like spokes on a wheel—and coordinating with the color of … Spool and Thread into the individual raised flower beds act as another visual cue for visitors to observe the intersection of textile motifs integrated with garden spaces. Plants used: In each … of SunPatiens® impatiens, a bold, colorful, and reliable plant that’s the perfect complement to the Spool and Thread . Each flower color will match a string of thread coming from the spool. …
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… Partners & Funders Partners The impact of Windy City Harvest is rooted in collaboration. The Chicago Botanic Garden’s institutional commitment, combined with … Institute Cook County Commissioners Family Focus Forest Preserves of Cook County Good Food is Good Medicine Lawndale Christian Health Center McCormick Place & Oakview Group Midwest Foods … UIC School of Allied Health Winston & Strawn And many others... Funders Windy City Harvest is made possible through the generous support of government grants and contributions from …
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