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Chicago Botanic Garden

Chicago Botanic Garden is a arboretum, botanical garden & nature center in Glencoe, Illinois. It is one of the U.S. museums catalogued by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

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About this museum

What is Chicago Botanic Garden?

The Chicago Botanic Garden is a 385-acre (156 ha) botanical garden situated on nine islands in the northern Cook County Forest Preserves within the nominal geographical boundaries of Glencoe, Illinois. It features 27 display gardens and five natural habitats including Mary Mix McDonald Woods, Barbara Brown Nature Reserve, Dixon Prairie, the Skokie River Corridor, and the Lakes and Shorelines. The garden is open every day of the year. An admissions fee was first charged in 2022.

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Museum details

Name
Chicago Botanic Garden
Type
Arboretum, Botanical Garden & Nature Center
City
Glencoe
State
Illinois
Website
http://www.chicagobotanic.org/
IMLS Museum ID
8401701414
Coordinates
42.14194, -87.77196
What kind of museum is Chicago Botanic Garden?

Chicago Botanic Garden is classified as a arboretum, botanical garden & nature center in the IMLS Museum Data Files. Browse more arboretum, botanical garden & nature centers →

Where is Chicago Botanic Garden located?

Chicago Botanic Garden is located in Glencoe, Illinois at approximately 42.14194, -87.77196. See the map above.

Does Chicago Botanic Garden have a website?

Yes — the IMLS record lists http://www.chicagobotanic.org/. Hours and admission can change, so check the official site before you visit.

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