August Programs & Events

"Flower Power" Summer Flower Show

Garfield Park Conservatory

June 7- September 28, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. daily; Thursdays till 8 p.m.

Our summer tropical show will feature showy flowering plants in addition to those selected for colorful foliage. The theme “Flower Power” will be enriched by a soundtrack of hit 60’s and 70’s songs playing in Horticulture Hall that include flower and plant names in them.

Jazz Under the Stars The Legacy Music Series

Jon Faddis and the Chicago Jazz Ensemble

Garfield Park Conservatory

August 7

VIP Preview Event 5:30 p.m. - 6:45 p.m., Performance 7 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.

Hot night – hotter music. The Chicago Jazz Ensemble led by Artistic Director and renowned trumpeter, Jon Faddis, is recognized internationally as one of America’s leading jazz ensembles. We guarantee that Faddis’ technical skill and mastery of superbly adventuresome arrangements will have you jumping for joy. With a broad repertoire, incredible collaborators and a worldwide schedule, you’ll find out why he’s made jazz – the true American music – his life’s work.  VIP Preview reservations $50 each (includes seat at performance), Performance reservations $10 each.  To purchase tickets, please visit www.garfieldconservatory.org/online_tickets.htm.