Rockford Park District’s Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens invites the public for free guided outdoor garden tours this season. Learn about native and exotic plants on the Conservatory grounds, shade- and sun-loving plants, as well as fun facts and the history of the Conservatory and Sinnissippi Park.

Tours are approximately 1-1½ hours, and depart once a month June-September, 2019 on select dates (weather permitting) at 9:30 am from the Nicholas Conservatory lobby.

Scheduled tour dates for 2019 are Thursdays, June 27, July 25, August 29, and September 26.

No registration is required, walking shoes and a bottle of water are recommended. Participants should dress for the weather. For more information, visit www.nicholasconservatory.com or call 815-987-8858.