Chicago Botanic Garden

Lion’s Garden

June 17, 2012Ben Helphand

View NeighborSpace in a larger map The garden was spearheaded by Maggie Martinez, a lifetime resident of Humboldt Park and Block Club President. The garden started in 1995 with a grant from Chicago Botanic Gardens. The Alderman supported the project if they would involved the local school, Lowell Elementary School. The garden helped beautify the… Read more Lion’s Garden

Edna White Century Garden

June 15, 2012Ben Helphand

View NeighborSpace in a larger map This garden was started in the early 1990s by Edna White, Kathy Figel and Maureen Harrigan with the support of the Chicago Botanic Garden through a grant. The lot, though a gateway to the neighborhood, was vacant and an eye sore, and the community wanted to clean it up.… Read more Edna White Century Garden