Discovery Garden Exploration Time

Explore summer in the Discovery Garden! Enjoy hands-on activities led by our garden docents outside. Learn about native Illinois ecosystems and have fun playing in the garden!

Jun:  Pollinators

Jul:  Water Play

Aug:  In the Dirt

 

 

Bilingual Story Time

1st Wednesday of Each Month

10:00-10:30A

Enjoy a bilingual (English and Spanish) story time, songs, and finger puppet play led by our Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory volunteers.

Ages 18mos – 5yrs

 

Seed Paper Workshop – 6/27/26

What can you even do with all that junk mail? You can recycle it, but now you can plant it!

Join us in making plantable seed paper out of recycled materials. All materials provided, and everyone goes home with at least three sheets.

Trip to the Tide Pools – 6/27/26

We're hitting the coast and learning about the creatures that live in tide pools, like anemones, urchins, sea stars, and more! Join us as we explore tidal habitats using stories, games, and art..

Cupid Couple’s Archery – 6/26/26

Come join us for a couple's archery lesson! You and your partner will share a target, and our trained instructor will show you how to shoot a bow and arrow. Work together or compete for points in an adventurous and unique date night! No experience necessary!

Registration is for two people. Please register only one person in your pair.

 

Archery is for everyone!  Our instructor is trained in adaptive archery and the elements used to make this sport accessible. Please contact us if there are any accommodations you may need!