Phipps Blog
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Oct 152025Volunteer Spotlight: Odie Cowden
Phipps is well-known for our beautiful gardens, seasonal flower shows, pioneering sustainability initiatives, informative educational programs and community outreach. None of our work, however, would be possible without the...
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Oct 132025This Week at Phipps: Oct. 13 – 19
There's always something new to see and do at Phipps! This weekly blog post provides a run-down of the latest happenings so you can plan your visit. Events listed below require no advance registration unless noted...
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Oct 102025Grown in Japanese Culture
The star of our Fall Flower Show: Visions of Japan, the chrysanthemum, is not only the quintessential fall flower, but also a prominent symbol in Japanese culture. The growing techniques used to display an array of mum varieties...
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Oct 062025This Week at Phipps: Oct. 6 – 12
There's always something new to see and do at Phipps! This weekly blog post provides a run-down of the latest happenings so you can plan your visit. Events listed below require no advance registration unless noted...
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Sep 292025This Week at Phipps: Sept. 29 – Oct. 5
There's always something new to see and do at Phipps! This weekly blog post provides a run-down of the latest happenings so you can plan your visit. Events listed below require no advance registration unless noted...
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Sep 222025Folk Magic and Witchcraft in Western PA
As the air cools and the leaves begin to change we know that fall is quickly approaching! To celebrate the season, author and archivist Thomas White is joining our biophilia series to explore the history and traditions of...
