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Fern Room
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Jens Jensen's prehistoric Illinois landscape combines ferns, cycads, rockwork, lagoon, and waterfall under glass. Follow indoor signs from the Palm House; this historic room is the principal accessibility exception in the Conservatory. Included with timed admission, but the Fern Room is not wheelchair accessible; paths can feel humid and narrow.
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Where exactly is Fern Room?
Follow indoor signs from the Palm House; this historic room is the principal accessibility exception in the Conservatory.
Where should I park for Fern Room?
Free visitor parking is available in the Conservatory lot and on legal nearby streets, but reservations and special events can fill the closest spaces.
When is Fern Room open?
Included with timed admission, but the Fern Room is not wheelchair accessible; paths can feel humid and narrow.
Are there restrooms near Fern Room?
Use the main visitor restrooms before entering the room.
Is Fern Room free?
Chicago residents receive free admission with residency information; current nonresident admission is $10 adults and $5 seniors, with child and other categories shown during reservation. Timed entry is required.
How accessible is Fern Room?
The Conservatory is wheelchair accessible except for the historic Fern Room. The new children's garden includes a wheelchair-accessible spiral ramp and sensory-friendly area.
Is Fern Room good for children?
The indoor houses and new Elizabeth Morse Genius Children's Garden are strong year-round family options. The children's garden requires its own 30-minute reservation in addition to Conservatory entry.
What should I know before visiting Fern Room?
Included with timed admission, but the Fern Room is not wheelchair accessible; paths can feel humid and narrow.
How do you reach Fern Room?
The CTA Green Line Conservatory station is the most direct option, with buses on Lake Street and Central Park Avenue.
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