Lincoln Park Conservancy

Happy Valentine's Day from the Lincoln Park Conservancy & friends! 🦆💓

Read our latest blog post about the importance of seeds in ecosystem restoration!

https://www.lincolnparkconservancy.org/blog/ecosystem-restoration-via-seeds/

The 2026 spring flower show at the Lincoln Park Conservatory, “Jewels of Spring,” highlights the amazing flower Echium. Accompanying these gems are tulips, daisies, peonies, and hydrangeas.

Book your free reservations now!
https://www.lincolnparkconservancy.org/conservatory-reservations/

Meet our interns!

🪴 Caitlin is our special events and development intern!

🌷 Ryhah is our social media intern!

Follow us to stay up to date with the conservancy view our website for more information: https://www.lincolnparkconservancy.org/ 🌱🐿️

Sign up today for Lily Pool docent training. Applications are due 3/27, and training starts 4/11. Docents serve as interpretive volunteers and tour guides, welcoming visitors from around the world. Learn more and apply below.

https://www.lincolnparkconservancy.org/volunteer/lincoln-park-docents/

Happy Groundhog Day! 🐾 If the groundhog sees his shadow, we'll have six more weeks of winter. If he doesn't, we can expect an early spring! What are you hoping for?

Learn more about us at https://www.lincolnparkconservancy.org/

Read our newest blog post!

https://go.lincolnparkconservancy.org/chairityproject

Our first docent-led conservatory tour of the season is live! Join us on February 14th 💚 from 10 AM to 11 AM to experience a unique tour of the conservatory's botanical arrangements.

Book with the link below:
https://www.lincolnparkconservancy.org/event/conservatory-docent-tour/

PLEASE STAY OFF THE ICE
Since the North Pond restoration, it is more hazardous to be on the ice.
- The aerators that oxygenate the pond lead to thinner ice.
- The pond is now 10 ft deep, compared to 4 ft before.

Are you an experienced development professional who's passionate about preserving and protecting green spaces? Join our growing team and apply to our newest position: Manager of Development.

Apply using the link below:
https://go.lincolnparkconservancy.org/managerofdevelopment

Meet our new Manager of Park Stewardship, Matt Evans. Matt is from the Chicago suburbs, has anM.S. in Plant Biology and Conservation from Northwestern University, and has worked as an ecologist at many prominent institutions.

Happy Squirrel Appreciation Day!

Fun Fact: While squirrels bury their food to retrieve later, 25% of it is stolen by other critters! But they have been found to pretend to bury nuts to throw off potential thieves!

Happy MLK Day!

Did you know that he was one of the first advocates of environmental justice? He laid the groundwork that led to the passing of the Clean Air Act, the Clean Water Act, and the Endangered Species Act. Today, join us in celebrating the amazing legacy of Dr. King.

📸: Steve Leonard

Have Lincoln Park photos that you are willing to donate to be used in our blogs, emails, and social media? DM us or email ahurst@lincolnparkconservancy.org
Specifically looking for photos of Lincoln Park Conservatory, North Pond, Sunshine Playscape, Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool, and South Lincoln Park.

Happy Houseplant Appreciation Day! We have a lovely collection of common houseplants at the Conservatory, so reserve a spot and stop by to appreciate them in real life! You can book through this link: https://www.lincolnparkconservancy.org/conservatory-reservations/

Are you looking for a role in non-profit finances? Come apply to our newest job opening for a part-time bookkeper/accountant!

Apply using the link below:
https://go.lincolnparkconservancy.org/bookkeeper

Happy National Bird Day!

In Lincoln Park, there are so many places to get a glimpse at some of these birds featured below.

Fun Fact: Did you know that birds have extraordinary lungs aka air sacs? Their breathing is incredibly efficient, allowing them to travel extended distances at once.

Happy New Year's everyone! Thank you all for your support and making 2025 an amazing year with more conservatory visitors, volunteers, and events than last year. Here's to a bright and happy 2026!

📸: Nick Sinnott

Happy New Year's Eve! 🎆 Today is the final day of our 2025 annual fund!
Donate today and know the impact your gift can make:
🌱 $100 funds the planting of 500 seeds
🧑🏼‍🌾 $500 funds a full day of natural habitat stewardship
https://go.lincolnparkconservancy.org/donate

This is the last week to experience the winter flower show at the Conservatory!
If you are planning on visiting this weekend, you can reserve for free here: https://www.lincolnparkconservancy.org/conservatory-reservations/

The Shops at North Bridge and 2d Restaurant are partnering to launch The Chairity Project! To support local organizations, ten artists are painting chairs to be auctioned in January. Cheri Lee Charlton is painting one, with all of the proceeds going to LPC.

📸: Cheri Lee Charlton

Happy Holidays! Consider giving the gift of green spaces by donating to Lincoln Park Conservancy!
Donate today and know your impact:
🌺 $50 grows one of the 650 poinsettias used in the Winter Flower Show
👩🏽‍💻 $200 staffs the Visitors Services desk for a day
https://go.lincolnparkconservancy.org/donate

Happy Winter Solstice! Today is the shortest day of the year (in the Northern Hemisphere) and the days will start getting longer!

Fun fact: The winter solstice is the exact time the northern hemisphere is tilted furthest from the sun. This year, the winter solstice will happen at exactly 3:48 p.m.

Happy Holiday season!! 🎉 How are you celebrating this joyous time? Share your traditions with us!

If you haven't already, help us continue to preserve and enhance Lincoln Park by donating to our annual fund. We are so close to reaching our goal of $200,000!

https://go.lincolnparkconservancy.org/donate

Thank you to everyone who came and made Fireside & Family Festivities a success! We had a fun afternoon of storytelling by our very own docent volunteers and two interactive musical shows by Miss Jamie from Miss Jamie's Farm. We hope to continue to host fun family-friendly events like this one.

Happy National Poinsettia Day! Our winter show space is full of these flowers, we are hosting a fun family event. Join us at the conservatory for holiday activities and interactive storytelling with Miss Jamie.
Book your tickets: https://go.lincolnparkconservancy.org/firesidefamilyfestivities

The Pantone color of the year is Cloud Dancer, which can be seen all throughout Lincoln Park's various sites, if you know where to look.

It's not too late to book your tickets for our festive family event this Saturday!
Special guest, Miss Jamie, will perform two musical shows, starting at 1 pm and 2 pm, with $10 tickets for guests over three.
Reserve your tickets today: https://go.lincolnparkconservancy.org/firesidefamilyfestivities

We're approaching winter, and the weather is getting colder and snowier. ❄️ Stay warm this weekend! What are your favorite ways to keep cozy during the chill? Share below! 😊

Photo courtesy of Jamie Burning