Nicholas Conservatory and Gardens

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1354 N 2nd St
Rockford, IL 61107
Situated along the banks of the beautiful Rock River, Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens brings the tropics to the Midwest. The facility is the third largest conservatory in Illinois, offering an 11,000-square-foot plant exhibition area complete with water features, seating areas, and sculptures, all in a tropical plant setting.The beauty continues outdoors with the Eclipse Lagoon, complete with two fountains, waterfalls, pedestrian bridge, patio areas, and walkway connecting the Conservatory to the historic Sinnissippi Rose Garden. Featuring Bruce Munro: LIGHT June 3 - November 5!

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Alice K.
9/11/2025

Check out this location and see the hidden treasure s. Easy parking and worth the price!

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Emily H.
2/13/2025

Spent a lovely Sunday afternoon here with my husband & newborn. The staff was inviting & friendly upon entry. They offer military discount, score!! Bathrooms were located throughout & clean! The...

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Jody M.
3/15/2025

Yes, botanical garden packs a lot into a small space. Even though it has a smaller footprint than many other regional, botanical gardens captures a lot in those small spaces. Definitely worth a visit.

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Steve A.
10/25/2023

Certainly this can't be compared too much with the bigger conservatories and gardens. It's still pretty good for Rockford however. Nicholas Conservatory is one of the highlights of Sinnissippi...

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Chris W.
9/6/2024

There is more to explore in the greenhouse than I expected & I look forward to visiting in the future as exhibits change.

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