Merrick Rose Garden 
Lake Ave & Oak St.
Evanston, IL 60201
847-866-2911
https://www.cityofevanston.org/government/departments/parks-recreation-community-services/parks/merrick-rose-garden
Botanical Garden: Picnic, Walk
Located steps from downtown Evanston, the Merrick Rose Garden is home to nearly 1800 roses with over 80 varieties! This magnificent garden is opent to the public, FREE of charge, and is particularly beautiful in the spring time and early fall. The garden features a replica of the 1876 Centennial Fountain, which graced downtown Evanston for many years. The Merrick Rose Garden is a very popular location for small weddings, special occasions and photographs.