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Patrick Thomas

Patrick Thomas stands amid large-leafed plants, surrounded by a dense garden, with trees and city buildings behind him.

Patrick Thomas is the manager of grounds, Facilities and Logistics, at the Art Institute of Chicago.

How the Lions Get Their Wreaths

Our grounds manager takes you step-by-step through the process of creating the bespoke evergreen wreaths that herald the arrival of the holidays in Chicago.

Patrick Thomas
Patrick Thomas, Landscaping and Grounds Foreperson

It’s the perfect time to get to know Patrick and his green thumb.

Elizabeth Dudgeon and Patrick Thomas

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