… Code of Conduct The Chicago Botanic Garden is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment. Garden staff, … person’s race, ethnicity, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation or national origin. In the event of any such behavior or other conduct that is disrespectful to our staff, volunteers, visitors, and property at any Garden site, we reserve any and all rights permitted by applicable law, including removal, revocation of …
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… Nature and Wellness Resources for year-round healing Five ways to heal with plants in winter When winter takes its toll—dry skin, coughs, holiday overload—you may find remedies in the natural world. An increasing number of people are turning to plants to heal mind, body, … Activities For a Break Inside or out, connecting with nature helps reduce stress. Utilize what is around you, whether it be a holding a single leaf or sitting quietly beneath an enormous tree. …
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… February 14, through Sunday, April 19, 2015. The nineteenth-century passion for orchids is evident in the vibrant hand-colored engravings and lithographs that served as the scientific record of … the Regenstein Center with colorful, fragrant blooms from February 14 to March 15. The display is part of the library’s collection of more than 600 orchid books, including orchid cultivation, … 14, through Sunday, April 19, 2015. The nineteenth-century passion for orchids is evident in the vibrant hand-colored engravings and lithographs that served as the scientific record of …
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… Lenhardt Library Rare Book Collection A selection of our digitized rare books is accessible through our LibGuide The Library presents rare book exhibitions each year with an … of national prominence that strengthens its service to researchers and the visiting public. In 2002, the Library acquired a collection of rare books and journals from the Massachusetts … historic periodical titles. Offering a comprehensive perspective on five centuries of research in botany, botanical art, horticulture, agriculture, gardening, and landscape design, these …
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… Bike to the Garden Bike to the Garden The trail is open during Garden hours . Buy Garden Admission Cyclists can slow down to smell the … are conveniently located near the parking lots. Speed limit on all bike paths at the Garden is 8 miles per hour. Ride the North Branch Trail to other forest preserves along the 20-mile path … Woods and through Turnbull Woods, which is part of the Forest Preserves of Cook County. In partnership with the Illinois Department of Transportation and the Forest Preserves of Cook …
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… low enrollment, register early and encourage your colleagues to do the same. Preregistration is necessary for all classes. Enrollment is limited for each program. Full class payment is due … are arranged directly with the manager of teacher and student programs at least one month in advance. Payment is due on the day of the workshop. Chicago Botanic Garden members pay … Garden due to hazardous weather conditions or low enrollment will be automatically refunded in full. Programs with insufficient registration will be canceled five to ten business days …
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… Member Travel Member Travel Symphony in Bloom A Musical Journey through Greece’s Botanical Gardens with Keith Lockhart of the Boston … voyage through the Greek Isles, where the wonders of nature, history, and music come together in perfect harmony, custom curated for our members. This exclusive 7-night journey aboard PONANT’s luxury ship, Le Champlain , is designed for English-speaking travelers seeking an immersive and enriching travel experience. …
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… Feed the Birds — The Hows and Whys One of winter's many pleasures is seeing a male northern cardinal, decked in bright red plumage, feasting on seeds from your snow-covered feeder. Indeed, one of the main … kinds of food that attract different species. Before you start buying feeders and seeds, keep in mind some basic concepts that will make you and the birds happy: Though birds are intelligent … One of winter's many pleasures is seeing a male northern cardinal, decked in bright red plumage, feasting on seeds from your snow-covered feeder. Indeed, one of the main …
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… Give the Gift of Learning Give the Gift of Learning The Chicago Botanic Garden is a place where classrooms can have no desks or walls, and where students discover the ways and wonders of plants, inside and outdoors. The Garden's mission is to cultivate the power of plants to sustain and enrich life. Classes are available for every age, interest, and skill level with instruction by experts in their fields. With hundreds of classes to choose from each year, you will find the perfect …
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… Ogden Exhibit Four Blanche Killingsworth North Lawndale Community Member Blanche Killingsworth is a longtime North Lawndale community member. It’s so important youth know what healthy eating … When I think back, I remember watching the transition of this property, the gardeners coming in, youth learning gardening, cooking, how to eat healthy. Some residents believed Windy City … bring food and a positive attitude to the community. Some were leery of new people coming in. Lifelong Connections I recently had a birthday party in the neighborhood, and a lot of …
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