from the tropical forests. The plants receive needed protection from the 

 direct rays of the sun by lattice shading. Another advantage in having con- 

 crete shelves is the ease with which they are Ivept clean, and the fact that 

 no nesting places are afforded for injurious animals. Among the collection 

 in the Stove House are plants of great value. It is here that some of the 

 rarest plants in the entire collection are found. Pitcher plants from far 

 off India hang over a pool in the center of the x'oom, as in their native home. 

 Rare foliage plants from tropical America, Africa and Asia are found upon 

 the benches. Some of the most beautiful in foliage and flowers are the 

 Anthuriums. 



In conclusion: all the heating pipes in the entire Conservatory are 

 hidden by a concrete wall and plants in order to preserve the beauty of the 

 decorations. The paths are brick, restful to the eye, as well as serviceable; 

 and at interesting points benches are provided for the visitor, where he may 

 rest and admire the tropical scenery before him. 



PAVILION, BOAT LANDING AND REFECTORY BUILDING 



Erected in 1907. Cost $47,194.74. 



Assembly Hall, used for social gatherings, dances, lectures, celebrations, 

 etc. No charge of any kind is permitted for its use. 



Luncheon is served in the Pavilion. 



The Boat Landing is enclosed in the winter as a warming room for 

 skaters. 



WATER COURTS 



Water Courts with innumerable fountains, situated between the Pavilion 

 on the north and the music court on the south, lined on either side with 

 broad, shaded promenades. 



In fi-ont of the Pavilion is a tei')'ace from which these courts may be 

 seen and enjoyed. 



FLOWER GARDENS 



South of Madison street and crossing the water courts, gorgeous flower 

 gardens have been created, bordered on two sides with flowering shrubbery 

 and plants, with a garden hall at the eastern entrance, and at the west a 

 garden gate with ornamental seats extending the entire width of the garden. 



GOLF COURSE 



9-hole course. Opened September, 1908. 



For the accommodation of the players, a Field House, with locl'^rs and 

 di-essing rooms, was constructed, and a Lunch Room provided. 



The class of people attracted by the golf course has been the very 

 highest and most desired; the results have been most graitfying, both to the 

 Park Board and the public. 



During July and August, 1913, the attendance at the golf links exceeded 

 the 34,000 mark. 



BAND CONCERTS 



Band Concerts are provided during July and August in the band stand 

 south of IVIadison street. The musical selections range from classical to 

 popular, to appeal to all classes. Nine concerts were given during 1913 at 

 a cost of $1,497.00. 



TENNIS — 30 courts are available; also 2 roque courts 



BOATING — 68 row boats were in use in 1913; receipts: $5,768.90. 

 SKATING— 32 days during the 1912-1913 season. 



ATHLETIC FIELD 



The golf grounds south of IVIadison street may be used as an athletic 

 field for play festivals, folk games, national dances, exhibitions of play- 

 ground activities, gymnastic and athletic drills. 



