Chrysanthemums have been the stars of Como’s fall flower show for nearly a century. But the long history of this hearty autumn bloomer goes back much farther. Can’t get enough...
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Como’s popularity with visitors and the public/private partnership fueled by Como Friends helped make the case for this $21 million improvement After years of dreaming, designing and digging, Como Park...
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“The lovely flowers embarrass me. They make me regret I am not a bee.” – Emily Dickinson, 1864 Work a little “Me Time” into this summer with a visit to...
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Visit Como Friends on Facebook for fun, earth-friendly ways to celebrate the season: April 22 – April 30 Take home tree-planting tips from Jennifer Love, one of the talented...
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As Como Harbor prepares for its public opening, two Atlantic gray seals have taken up residence behind-the-scenes Como Zoo has a long history of providing safe harbor to injured and...
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“Spring work is going on with joyful enthusiasm.” – John Muir Spring always comes early to the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory, where the Sunken Garden is already blooming with daffodils, lilies,...
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Alive with lush fern fronds and bromeliads, this season’s Sunken Garden Flower Show is like a walk in a primordial garden with vibrant pops of color—the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory’s Winter...
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Could your drawing, story or poem make you a Conservation Champ? Monday, January, 25 – Wednesday, February 10 We are excited to share the First and Second Place winners...
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During a year like no other, your contributions helped Como Park Zoo and Conservatory carry on—and keep an eye on the future. At the end of a typical year, Como Friends...
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For the second time this year, the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory’s talented team of horticulturists have created a stunning flower show that most Como visitors may not get the chance to...
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