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The Morton Arboretum is located in Lisle, Illinois, about 25 minutes from O’Hare International Airport. This renowned 1,700-acre outdoor museum of trees was founded in 1922 by Joy Morton, the founder of the Morton Salt Company, with the mission to collect and study trees, shrubs, and plants from around the world and to promote the importance of trees in our environment. The Arboretum is home to more than 222,000 living plants representing over 4,100 species from across the globe. It serves as a critical resource for conservation and tree research.
We couldn’t imagine a more ideal setting for our first ALIGN Summit! The Morton Arboretum isn’t just a beautiful venue—it’s a meaningful partner in creating an experience that ‘aligns’ with the Summit’s goals of purpose, healing, and consciousness. These inspiring surroundings will enhance every moment of the ALIGN Summit, leaving you with a sense of renewal and connection that we hope will stay with you long after the event.
4100 Illinois Route 53
Lisle IL 60532
Click this link for directions.
https://mortonarb.org/visit-the-arboretum/parking-and-directions/#overview
Whether you are driving to the event, or being dropped off, please proceed through the entrance gatehouses by presenting your event ticket or registration confirmation to the attendant. This will grant access to the Arboretum and its parking facilities. For specific instructions or updates, contact the Arboretum directly at 630-968-0074. Please let us know if we can help by reaching out via our contact page.
Yes, the Firefly Pavilion at the Morton Arboretum. Firefly Pavilion is a beautiful, open-air event space nestled within the Arboretum’s lush grounds. Surrounded by open space, magnificent trees and gardens, the Pavilion provides a tranquil and elegant setting for our gathering. Its modern yet natural design seamlessly blends with the outdoor environment, making it the ideal backdrop for an event that celebrates connection, reflection, and inspiration.
Please note, the Pavilion is a three-season facility, and it is not equipped with standard heat and air conditioning systems. The Arboretum will provide portable heating or cooling units, weather dependent. That said, it’s important to come prepared. We recommend wearing layers so you can adjust to the early fall temperature shifts typical in the area at this time of year. September is typically the most beautiful month of the year in Chicago, but the weather can be unpredictable. We also highly recommend bringing an umbrella and rain jacket, just in case, as we will not be able to provide those for you. You should use Parking Lot 1 on the east grounds. If you are using a car service, it is recommended that you head through Parking Lot 1 to be dropped off at the Visitor Center building. From the Visitor Center, it will be about a 4 minute walk to the Firefly Pavilion.
Click this link for parking, directions and lodging recommendations.
https://mortonarb.org/visit-the-arboretum/parking-and-directions/#overview
Click this link if you require support in getting to the Firefly Pavilion due to accessibility needs. Please reach out to us via our contact page if you need additional support.
https://mortonarb.org/guides/accessibility/
Click this link for a map of the grounds.
We are not providing room blocks for this event. However, there are numerous lodging options in the area.
Click this link for a few of options closest to the Morton Arboretum.
https://mortonarb.org/visit-the-arboretum/parking-and-directions/#lodging
If searching online for other hotels, nearby towns with lovely options include Oak Brook and Naperville. Both of those cities offer extraordinary restaurants and shopping experiences. Oak Brook Mall is a show-stopping open-air mall, and downtown Naperville is one of the most charming downtowns in the Chicago area.
Yes! Not only will your mind and soul be nourished, but so will your body with healthy food and drink options provided by Morton Arboretum’s exclusive catering company, Gingko Catering. We will be offering all guests a light breakfast, a hearty lunch, mid morning and mid afternoon snacks, along with a steady flow of beverages (non alcoholic) throughout the day. Please note that the menu will be vegetarian and vegan with gluten-free options. We regret that we will not be able to accommodate individual food preferences. However, if you have specific dietary allergies or concerns, please contact us.
Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable after purchase. We appreciate your understanding.
We are committed to delivering a meaningful and transformative experience at the ALIGN Summit. However, we reserve the right to convert the event from in-person to remote or cancel the Summit for any reason including but not limited to acts of God, pandemics, national and/or world events, or any other unforeseen or unexpected circumstance.
In the event of conversion from live to remote, your ticket will be valid but will not be eligible for a discount or refund. In the event of a cancellation, all ticket holders will receive a full refund of their general admission ticket and, if purchased, VIP seating ticket. Refunds will not be given for the Sinead Fine special offer ticket. Please note that the Company cannot be responsible for any costs associated with travel arrangements, including but not limited to airline tickets, hotel reservations, and ground transportation fees. We strongly encourage attendees to consider refundable travel options or travel insurance when making arrangements.
We deeply appreciate your understanding and support. If you have additional questions, please contact us.
Yes, keynote speakers are subject to change. While we make every effort to deliver the advertised lineup, circumstances such as scheduling conflicts, emergencies, or other unforeseen events may require us to adjust the roster of speakers. In the event of a change, we will ensure that any replacement speakers align with the purpose and vision of the ALIGN Summit, maintaining the quality and integrity of the event.
Please note that changes to the speaker lineup or schedule do not qualify for ticket refunds, as the overall experience and value of the Summit will remain uncompromised. We thank you for your understanding and support.
Indeed, we will. The ALIGN Summit will be professionally photographed and recorded in both audio and video formats. By attending, you agree that your image, voice, and likeness may appear in photographs or videos taken during the event. These may be used by the ALIGN Summit, its parent company Soul Ever After LLC, its affiliates, and our partners, including but not limited to our Sponsors and all ALIGN speakers, for any purpose, including promotional and educational, on social media, websites, or other materials, in perpetuity without additional notice or any compensation to attendees.
Please note that we are unable to provide individual attendees with photographs and/or recordings from the event.
If you have concerns about being photographed or recorded, please contact us before the event.
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