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Anderson Japanese Gardens

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  • 318 Spring Creek Rd.
  • Rockford, IL 61107
  • Phone: 815-229-9390
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Description: You'll be awe-struck by the natural beauty and serenity of Anderson Japanese Gardens, ranked the top Japanese garden in North America. Take time to explore the 12 acres of this 12th Century-style "pond-strolling" garden, with paths, pools, streams, lanterns, pagodas, waterfalls, and Sukiya-style buildings (guesthouse, gazebo, teahouse). The "Garden of Reflection" is a contemporary Japanese-inspired garden with original bronze angel sculptures by Sweden's Carl Milles. The Garden Gift Shop sells Japanese imports and garden items.

Anderson Japanese Gardens was recently the recipient of the Cultural Achievement Award by the Japan America Society of Chicago and has been ranked "number one" in Sukiya Living Magazine's 2009 survey of over 300 public Japanese gardens in North America, an honor that has held since 2004.

Anderson Japanese Gardens has been named one of Illinois' 150 Great Places by the American Institute of Architects, Illinois Council. This prestigious award is given to places that have been identified by leading architects as contributing to their communities' quality of life.

Group tours are available. Also available for seminars, weddings and other special occasions. Please call for photography policy.

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    • General
    access:Many paths are paved.
    times: May through October, Monday-Friday 9:00am-6:00pm, Saturday 9:00am-4:00pm, Sunday 10:00am-4:00pm - Gardens closed November through April
    cost:$8/adults, $7/seniors (62+), $6/students (elementary, middle & high school, college); Free/children 5 and under.
    Group rates available; must be booked in advance
    directions:From I-90 and E. State St. (U.S. Business 20): Go west on Business 20 to IL 251 (N. 2nd St.). Turn right (north) on IL 251 to Spring Creek Rd. Exit on Spring Creek Rd. and move to left lane to turn left into gardens.
    General
    A/V Equipment & Staff Resources Provided:Yes
    Alcohol Permitted:Yes
    Brief History/ Description:Anderson Japanese Gardens is located on a twelve acre site which contains an authentic Japanese pond-strolling garden, as well as the Garden of Reflection- a contemporary garden with a strong Japanese influence. Guests may also view a Sukiya guest house, tea house and gazebo, stone lanterns, waterfalls, and a tradition Japanese gate. It is rated the highest quality Japanese garden in North America and is the most unique and beauitful venue to a host a wide variety of events. Whether you choose the Outdoor Pavilion, the Guest House, the Gallery, or the Dining Room, your event will be long remembered.
    Food & Beverage - Available On Site:Yes
    A/V Equipment Available:Yes
    Linens - Provided by Facility:Yes
    Parking - Fee:Yes
    Parking - Free:Yes
    Tables and Chairs Available:Yes
    WiFi Available:Yes
    A/V Equipment with Preferred Vendor:Yes
    ADA Approved:Yes
    Alcohol - Allowed:Yes
    Alcohol - Facility has permit and may pour:Yes

    Meeting Rooms

    Room Name Sq. Ft. T C B R A LD
    The Dining Room  1850.00   185   150   150   150   No   No 
    The Gallery  380.00   75   75   60   75   No   No 
    The Pavillion  2601.00   260   120   70   260   No   No 
    Key:
    Sq. Ft. = Square Footage
    T = Theatre
    C = Classroom
    B = Banquet
    R = Reception
    A = Amphitheater
    LD = Listening Devices

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