Reservations are available now!
Franklin Park Conservatory owns the largest private collection of Dale Chihuly artwork in any Botanical setting in the United States! Chihuly Nights offers you the opportunity to view 18 installations spectacularly illuminated to create heightened drama and breathtaking views within the backdrop of the interior and of the warmth of the Conservatory.
New this year! A rotating line-up of musicians provides entertainment from 8-9pm, while you relax and enjoy exploring the gardens and plant collections, current exhibitions and James Turrell’s Light Raiment II, and shopping in Botanica Gift Shop & Greenhouse. The Garden Café and cash bar will be open during these evening events.
Musical Performance for March 15, 8-9pm:
Peregrine Quartet: This quartet performs a mix of jazz and funky pop. The group is fronted by soul queen, Jesse Powers and includes guitarist, Ryan Hall, pianist Tiberius Shields, and drummer Paul Meeker. Collectively, they have more than 45 years of experience in the Midwest music scene.
Add a guided tour to your Chihuly Night experience!
Learn more about Dale Chihuly and the Conservatory’s Chihuly Collection by adding a docent-led tour to your Chihuly Night experience. These 45 minute experiences will walk you through the collection and focus on installations, as you learn about its history and the incredible contributions that Dale Chihuly has made to the development of glass as an art medium. Tours will be available at 7:30pm and 8:30pm nightly. Pre-registration is recommended as spaces are limited. The tour can be added when purchasing your Chihuly Night ticket.