·Marjorie McNeely Conservatory's Celebration Plaza

Celebration Plaza is a place to remember special people, feelings and moments.

Proceeds from the purchase of Celebration Plaza bricks are placed in the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory's Endowment Fund. Endowment gifts last indefinitely as only the interest is used each year to maintain and enhance the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory - the jewel in the crown of Saint Paul's parks.

Bricks are located on the plaza and walkways surrounding the Conservatory's historic Veranda. Each cream colored brick is engraved with your personalized message.

The cost per brick ranges from $150 - $200 based on the amount of text:

Two lines of engraving, $150
Three lines of engraving, $200

Download a Celebration Plaza Brick order form.

Bricks ordered now will be placed in Section 5, just southeast of the front steps of the conservatory and across the street. (See map below.) Sections 1, 2, 3 and 4 are closed.

Installations

Bricks are installed twice a year, in the spring and in the fall. Exact installation dates cannot be predicted because they depend on weather, construction schedules in the park and other circumstances. You will be notified after your brick is installed.

Spring Installation: Bricks must be ordered by the previous December 31.
Fall Installation: Bricks must be ordered by June 30.

Celebration Plaza Inscriptions

Remember that the limit of 17 characters per line is the absolute maximum.
Each letter, space and punctuation mark counts as one character.
Only capital letters are used.
All lines are centered.
Some symbols (such as heart, cross) are available. Please inquire by calling 651-487-8229. Please note that symbols may require extra space, which will mean fewer spaces available for the rest of your inscription.
The most common reason for an unsatisfying inscription is trying to fit too many characters into the line. A clean, open, uncluttered look is the most effective.

You may wish to consider the following alternatives:

Use fewer words, for instance, first names only, last names only or initials instead of spelling out full names.
Punctuation marks (periods, commas, dashes, etc.) can be eliminated if the meaning remains clear.
We strongly recommend that you do not leave out spaces between words.
Use numerals instead of words in dates; for example, 9-12-91 (7 characters) instead of SEPTEMBER 12, 1991 (18 characters).
Use & or + instead of AND.
Consider upgrading from a 2-line inscription to a 3-line inscription.
Consider donating an additional brick. (we cannot guarantee that bricks will be placed together unless they are ordered together, but we will make very effort to place additional bricks with your original brick if you order before your confirmation deadline.)

Please check your inscription carefully!

When you receive your confirmation documents, if you find any errors in your inscription, please contact us immediately. Although we make every effort to be accurate and to set up the inscription according to your wishes, typographical errors are possible. If the inscription is correct but you are not satisfied with the look, we will be happy to work with you to modify the inscription. Changes can be accepted up to the date given on your confirmation card.

Groups of Bricks

Celebration Plaza bricks are arranged in staggered rows as shown below. If you are ordering two or more bricks, please let us know if there is a special arrangement you prefer.

Options for 2 bricks

Options for 3 bricks

Options for 4 bricks

Click here to download a Celebration Plaza brick order form or contact us at:

Como Friends
Phone: 651-487-8229
Fax: 651-487-8245
1225 Estabrook Drive
Saint Paul, MN 55103
como.membership@comofriends.org