Timeline

1980: The Columbia Greenhouse Nursery School Board of Trustees was formed
1980: The Columbia Greenhouse Nursery School Board of Trustees was formed

A Provisional Charter was granted to the newly formed Board of Trustees of The Columbia Greenhouse Nursery School. In 1983, Greenhouse was granted an Absolute Charter.

1978: The first mention of The Spring Fair dates back over 40 years ago
1978: The first mention of The Spring Fair dates back over 40 years ago

The Spring Fair remains a family favorite! For at least 40 years, the children and families of Greenhouse have taken over 116th Street on the first Saturday of May and made life-long memories of fun, food, and friendship.

1977: Lizzy and Arlene started at Greenhouse
1977: Lizzy and Arlene started at Greenhouse

Two beloved Greenhouse teachers, Lizzy Soriano and Arlene Carter, began teaching at Greenhouse in 1977. Both women brought their own unique magic to the children and families of Greenhouse for over 34 years!