Mission Statement
Woodlawn Botanical Nature Center is a non-profit garden space, home to a living collection of native and cultivated plants near the vicinity of Hyde Park Academy.
Our goal is to educate, engage, and encourage youth of all ages about the value of plant diversity, sustainability, and community well-being.
Goals and Objectives
Our goal is to develop innovative community programs that offer new ways to explore, understand, and preserve plants. We help youth, adults, and seniors engage in hands-on learning, enriching community life by fostering awareness and appreciation of wellness and plant diversity.
Leadership
William Hill
Founder & President
James Van Den Boogart
Treasurer
Alice Smith Jones
Vice President, Program Director
Location
The Woodlawn Botanical Nature Center sits on the corner of 63rd Street and Stony Island Avenue, right next to Hyde Park Academy High School. It’s an easy stop for students, neighbors, and visitors from across the city. Come explore the gardens, spend time outdoors, and enjoy a green space in the heart of Woodlawn.
Address
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