Summer Garden Gatherings

Join us in the Eleanor Roosevelt Fruit and Vegetable Garden for an event series celebrating wellness and creativity. Every other week this summer, we’ll transform our garden into a space for music, hands-on gardening activities, and opportunities to connect with neighbors. Invite a friend and enjoy summertime in Chicago at the Obama Presidential Center.
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Event Schedule

Starting July 12, neighbors and visitors are invited to the Eleanor Roosevelt Fruit and Vegetable Garden for biweekly events celebrating wellness and creativity. These free, open-house style gatherings feature live music from local DJs, hands-on gardening activities in the kitchen classroom, and a culinary outpost featuring seasonal bites from BAMJoy, the Center’s restaurant and catering partner. Join us from any time between 1:00 and 4:00 p.m.!

Sunday, July 12, 2026

Sunday, July 26, 2026

Sunday, August 9, 2026

Sunday, August 23, 2026

Location

Summer Garden Gatherings take place in the Fruit and Vegetable Garden, which is accessible by elevator from the parking garage. Outdoor gathering spaces at the Center have accessible paths connecting the space to nearby buildings and restrooms.

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Plan your visit

  • Getting to the campus

    Map out your route to our campus before you visit.

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  • Dining

    Nourish your soul (and stomach) with our dining options brought to you through a new collaboration between Bon Appétit Management and Chicago’s own Chef Cliff Rome. 

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  • Museum

    Explore the remarkable story of President Obama and Michelle Obama and those who inspired their journey.

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  • Sky Room

    Head to the top of the Museum and take in stunning views of the West and South Sides of Chicago. 

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  • Home Court

    Stop by our new arena for athletics and programming, featuring an NBA-regulation basketball court. 

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  • Shop

    Take home exclusive merchandise inspired by the city of Chicago, the Obamas’ legacy, and the Presidential Center campus. 

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