Conservatory
 
What's Restored?
The superstructure, limestone facade, fountains, radiator, glazing system, and all exterior windows and doors have been restored or refabricated according to the original design of the building. The Palm House structure, now called the Jungle, has been recreated to the original design, but also now includes a visitor walkway at 24 feet above the floor accessible by both stairs and elevator.

Elements Still to Come
  • West Gallery exhibits - Plants and Civilization: Opening 2005
  • The National Garden - Opening 2006

Renovation and Reconstruction of the Conservatory
 
Currently, the United States Botanic Garden allows a limited schedule of after-hours functions to be held at the Conservatory. The policies governing after-hours functions are established by the Joint Committee on the Library of Congress and state that all functions must be Congressionally related, Congressionally sponsored, and attended by the sponsoring Congressional officer. Private functions, including weddings, are not permitted. For more detailed information about reserving our facility, please contact Jan Clark at jclark@aoc.gov or (202)226-7674.