About the Greenhouse

The Rockefeller Park Greenhouse had its origins more than a century ago as a landscaping facility. The first plans for the City Garden, as it was originally called, were presented in 1902. Three years later the first units were completed on a portion of the 200 plus acres donated to Cleveland by John D. Rockefeller.

Initially, the Greenhouse was used only to grow plants for Cleveland’s parks and gardens. While City beautification is still a major goal, the Greenhouse and grounds have evolved into a botanical garden with specialty plant collections, seasonal floral displays, outdoor classrooms, and theme gardens.

Read more about the history of the Greenhouse.

1. Cleveland Historcal

2. Encyclopedia of Cleveland History.

Rockefeller Park Greenhouse & Botanical Garden

About the Greenhouse

Rockefeller Park Greenhouse
& Botanical Garden