Largest Conservatory in the World

Garfield Park Conservatory    

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Garfield Park Conservatory, located in Garfield Park in Chicago, is one of the largest greenhouse conservatories in the United States. Often …

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Feb 16, 2025
I visited on a cold, snowy Chicago Saturday and I had a great, warm time! The parking lot has a limited amount of space, and after waiting for several minutes, opted to find street parking, which was…Full review by CharlieV2011
Dec 21, 2024
We have made many trips to the conservatory over the years and it never fails to disappoint. One highlight decades ago was there, Dale Chihuly exhibit; there are still some of his famed blown glass w…Full review by ImmerWandern
Nov 19, 2024
The conservatory has so many variety of plants and it is so nicely maintained. We like to walk around and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and hear the waterfall. It is free to visit although a donati…Full review by Betty C
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One of the largest enclosed gardens in the world, this historic landmark on the West Side was created by landscape architect Jens Jens…
cityseeker.com
Garfield Park is a 184-acre (0.74 km2) site located in the East Garfield Park neighborhood on Chicago's West Side. It was designed as …
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Stretching across 185 acres, Garfield Park has enchanting flower gardens and a serene lagoon, along with a diverse array of sports facilities, i…
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Facts

Established:1880s, present structure 1908
Located:300 N. Central Park Avenue
Director:Mary Eysenbach

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How is the parking situation?
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We parked in the lot down the hill from the Conservatory. It was free, and plentiful, although we were there on a weekday.
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what hours open, directions from Winthrop Harbor Illinois , is there a restaurant on site
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No restaurant. Rather isolated location, but awesome venue and just gorgeous!
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How big is the Conservatory? About how long should I plan to spend to slowly walk through it?
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I'm usually there about an hour but I have ADD
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When can I visit?
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Am – 8pm Wednesday (last entry 7:30)
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