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Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens

1354 N. 2nd St., Rockford, IL 61107

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REOPENS JULY 9, 2020 Nicholas Conservatory includes an 11,000 square foot plant exhibition area complete with water features, seating areas, and sculptures, all in a tropical plant setting.

Situated along the banks of the beautiful Rock River in Sinnissippi Gardens, the Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens brings the tropics to the Midwest. The entire facility is the third largest conservatory in Illinois with a total of 22,000 square feet, and at the highest point stands 52 feet. A tropical setting includes an 11,000 square foot plant exhibition area complete with water features, seating areas, and sculptures. Changing seasonal floral displays, a gift shop and special events; educational programs where children can learn the importance of plants; special workshops and lecture series for adults; the perfect place to host your event--small weddings, receptions, business meetings.

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  • Mon: 5:00pm – 11:00pm
  • Tue: 9:00am – 5:00pm
  • Wed: 9:00am – 5:00pm
  • Thu: 9:00am – 5:00pm
  • Fri: 9:00am – 5:00pm
  • Sat: 10:00am – 3:00pm
  • Sun: 10:00am – 3:00pm

Resident/Non-resident: Adult $6/$8 | Seniors 65+, Veterans and Age 5-17 $4/$6 | Age 3-4 $1/$2 | Age 2 and younger Free

For group visits and tours, call 815-987-1670 for information and special group rates.

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