CANTIGNY GARDENS AND PARK

WHEATON, IL

Cantigny Gardens and Park in Wheaton, IL is a 500-acre public park and gardens complex. It is owned and operated by the Robert R. McCormick Foundation, and is open to the public year-round. It consists of four distinct areas: the Visitors Center, the First Division Museum, the formal gardens, and the extensive grounds.

The Visitors Center is free and open to the public and offers information, tours, and lectures about the history of the park and its features. The First Division Museum is an interactive, educational facility dedicated to the history of the U.S. Army's 1st Infantry Division. It includes exhibits, artifacts, and interactive displays.

The formal gardens are comprised of several themed gardens, including the Japanese Garden, the Italian Garden, the Rose Garden, and the Rock Garden. Each garden is carefully maintained and cultivated, providing visitors with a tranquil and beautiful setting. The grounds feature manicured lawns, walking and biking trails, and picnic areas. There is also a golf course and driving range.

Cantigny is a unique and beautiful park that provides a variety of activities and entertainment for visitors of all ages. It is a popular destination for outdoor recreation, educational exploration, and relaxation.

CANTIGNY GARDENS AND PARK is a Arboretums, Botanical Gardens, & Nature Center in WHEATON IL. US MID #8401700258

The museum is classed as BOT (Arboretums, Botanical Gardens, & Nature Centers). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

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• telephone: 6306685161
• website: http://www.cantigny.org

CANTIGNY GARDENS AND PARK
1S151 WINFIELD RD
WHEATON
IL
60189

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