Spring officially begins March 20th and we're ready to celebrate! Here are six opportunities to explore Chicago and ring in the start of spring with upcoming local Chicago events:
Chicago Flower & Garden Show
March 14, 2015 - March 22, 2015
The 2015 Chicago Flower & Garden Show, presented by Mariano's, continues to celebrate "Do Green. Do Good." through inspiration, education and motivation. Gardening enthusiasts will be treated to the sights, scents and sounds of blooming perennials, annuals and trees while water features rustle throughout the festival hall of Chicago's acclaimed Navy Pier.
Neighborhoods of the World
Now - March 29, 2015
Celebrate our city's rich diversity with this annual cultural tribute, featuring a lively afternoon of folk music, traditional dance, cuisine, crafts and much more from various ethnic Chicago communities each week.
Chicago Styled: Fashioning the Magnificent
Now - August 16, 2015
Featuring more than twenty ensembles from the Museum's permanent collection, Chicago Styled explores the development of North Michigan Avenue into one of the country's most recognized and renowned destinations for upscale retail. Set against a shifting cityscape, the clothing tells the story of the growth of this landmark district, while showcasing the fashion from past decades and the stylish people who wore it. Highlights include designs by Norman Norell, Adolfo, Gianni Versace, and Chanel.
Millennium Park: An Anatomy in Photographs
Now - October 31, 2015
Celebrating the 10th anniversary of Millennium Park, this exhibition is curated by John Vinci of Vinci/Hamp Architects and features over 50 images - including historical photographs; images of the Park before, during and after construction; and the work of numerous photographers who used the Park as their subject.
Malott Japanese Garden Spring Weekend
March 21, 2015 - March 22, 2015
This weekend allows visitors to explore and experience Japanese culture, with hands-on activities, such as writing a spring haiku and decorating scrolls, a suminagashi (Japanese marbleized paper) demonstration, a musical performance of koto harp and traditional Japanese storytelling. Additional activities include raking miniature dry gardens, trying chopsticks and practicing calligraphy.
Spring Flower Show: Sun Showers
Now - May 10, 2015
Continuing the Conservatory's grand reopening year theme, Sun Showers celebrates the revival of the Show House and its seasonal shows following the 2011 hailstorm. More than 200 yellow umbrellas hang from the glass ceiling, celebrating both the rain and sun that bring us hopeful spring flowers. Hundreds of blossoms including azaleas, camellias, daffodils, hyacinths, and orchids fill the room with their beauty and aroma. The Spring Show reminds Chicagoans in the midst of winter that warmer weather and colorful gardens are soon to follow. The show will feature additional plants and flowers, such as hydrangea and tulips, throughout its run.
