GETTING TO THE VENUE: Keep in mind- Although only 7 miles from the hotels, Chicago traffic could be 25-35 minutes to get there. Uber/Lyft, Taxi, Drive, or take the 'L' train (Green Line: Conservatory-Central Park Drive stop) *LEAVING THE VENUE:* Please note, the venue is not in the nicest area of the city. Be sure to not wander around outside of the venue for a taxi, bar, or train. -We recommend all guests grab an Uber or Lyft. -Or call a taxi service. Yellow Cab - (312) 829-4222 - If driving, there is free parking but keep in mind you aren't able to leave your car overnight. ADDRESS: Garfield Park Conservatory - 300 North Central Park Avenue
An urban oasis, with 2 acres of lush green under glass and 10 acres of outdoor gardens. It's one of the largest and most stunning botanical conservatories in the nation. Often referred to as “landscape art under glass”, this stunning conservatory has 8 indoor garden rooms, like the desert room and fern room, with lush flora and tropical temps, and an abundance of outdoor gardens such as the water lily pond. https://garfieldconservatory.org/
YES! And we highly recommend it! You can arrive anytime after 5 pm the day of the wedding to explore before the ceremony starts at 6, OR you can explore during the cocktail hour and reception. Try to get in all the exploring before the reception begins so you can experience the beauty of this place in the sunlight.
This will be an 'Adults Only Celebration'. We love your children, but due to the venue, our desire to celebrate fully with our favorite adults, and our hope to give all our guests, including parents, a night of relaxation and uninhibited revelry, we've decided to make this an adults only celebration. We hope you understand and that this advanced notice will allow you to attend our special day!
Cocktail Attire The wedding is both indoor and outdoor. *Keep in mind the venue is a true greenhouse and outdoor garden - in July - so it will be warmer/humid in the beginning of the evening (at some times tropical temps). You're in an indoor jungle - have fun with it! There will be fans to keep us cool and windows to keep the air circulating, but keep this in mind when choosing your outfit. https://garfieldconservatory.org/
WHEN: By May 25, 2019 WHERE: Please RSVP via the 'RSVP' page, here on our site.
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Take a look at the 'Things To Do' page, here on our site.
Yes, there is a free parking lot specifically for the Conservatory, to the left of the entrance. You are not able to leave your car there over night.
If your invitation says “and Guest,” then yes.
Garfield Park Conservatory 300 North Central Park Avenue Chicago, IL 60624 The ceremony and reception are at the same location.