Green Spaces

Charleen Mullenweg Birch Grove

Opened in 2020, the transformed Chapel grounds include several nestled spaces among rows of birch trees where visitors can find quiet and enjoy views of the Broken Obelisk, the Rothko Chapel and surroundings.

Facts & Figures:

- Designed by Nelson Byrd Woltz

- 9 Sipo Mahagony benches

- Trees: 400+ River Birch & 1 Pecan

Kathleen & Chuck Mullenweg Meditation Garden (coming 2025)

Opening in late 2025, this newly created space next to Menil Park and to the west of the Rothko Chapel plaza will provide a peaceful refuge for meditation, prayer or quiet reflection.

green space policies

• Please refrain from: wading or swimming in the reflecting pool, climbing in trees, littering, smoking, drinking alcoholic beverages, using glass containers, fires or grills, amplified music, motorized vehicles, or installing furnishings and hammocks.

• Advance permission is required for events, gatherings, and commercial photography; professional photography is allowed in our green spaces and advance notice is not required but be respectful of other visitors utilizing the green spaces (refrain from photography use inside Rothko Chapel)

• Non-exotic pets are welcome but must remain on a leash and owners must pick up after their pets

• We ask visitors to kindly not use confetti or small items that are thrown and litter the grounds

• Do not throw rocks or other objects into the reflecting pool