Site Visits

The Lenhardt Library’s windows frame the Chicago Botanic Garden’s Bonsai Courtyards, a fitting backdrop for the collection that houses 175,000 items covering everything from horticultural therapy to soil science. 

The Library’s displays are thoughtfully aligned with the Garden’s seasonal exhibits, giving visitors a deeper look into the history of botany. Among its treasures is an impressive rare book collection, it's oldest book published in 1483.