These days, it’s almost a necessity to retreat to a quiet place in order to think and recharge without the distractions of everyday life. But it’s sometimes hard or impossible to find such a space, especially in a city. In Chicago, there’s a hidden oasis that lies within Lincoln Park. The Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool provides a serene location for those who are looking to get a little bit of peace and quiet for a while.

Located at Fullerton Parkway at the north end of Lincoln Park Zoo, you can find the Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool. Designed by Alfred Caldwell, this is a prime example of Prairie School landscape architecture in which natural landscape is revered.
sylvrgirl/TripAdvisor
The Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool became a Chicago Landmark in 2002. In 2006, it was designated as a National Historic Landmark and listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Anton Bugrimov/Google
A winding pathway leads to this quiet 1.5-acre hidden garden that was built by Caldwell between the years 1936-1938.
Nabeel Zeeshan/Google

Related Stories

The Best Kayaking Lake In Illinois Is One You May Never Have Heard Of

The Best Kayaking Lake In Illinois Is One You May Never Have Heard Of

 Illinois' Best-Kept Camping Secret Is This Lakeside Spot With More Than 250 Glorious Campsites

Illinois' Best-Kept Camping Secret Is This Lakeside Spot With More Than 250 Glorious Campsites

 Little Grassy Lake Is A Beautifully Clear Lake In Illinois

Little Grassy Lake Is A Beautifully Clear Lake In Illinois
Before it was the Lily Pool, this area of the park was known as the "Rookery" and was originally part of a Victorian garden built in the late 1800s. The garden once had tropical aquatic plants, including water lilies, but once this style of garden fell out of popularity, it was neglected and began to deteriorate.
Brian F/TripAdvisor
Once Alfred Caldwell redesigned the garden, included a variety of plants found in the Midwest, and added several curvilinear elements, it was revived and turned into an oasis in the city once again.
Marques Harvey/Google
Pathways wind around the gardens and you can sit on curved benches to take in the tranquil surroundings of the garden and lily pool.
Zachary Carter/Google
It's truly a place of beauty, peace, and quiet where you can escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life, at least for a little while.
Nabeel Zeeshan/Google

 

Have you visited the tranquil Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool in Chicago, Illinois? If so, what was the experience like? Please tell us in the comments. For more information on the Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool, visit the Lincoln Park Conservancy website and follow the Facebook page.

If you’re looking for a place to get away for some peace and quiet for a weekend, consider visiting the town of Woodstock, which you can read more about in this post.

OnlyInYourState may earn compensation through affiliate links in this article. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

Related Articles

Explore Illinois

Featured Addresses
Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool, 125 W Fullerton Pkwy, Chicago, IL 60614, USA