Blog
Sep 18
2023
This Week at Phipps: Sept. 18 – 24
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 otherwise.
Open Daily:
- EXTENDED THROUGH SEPT. 24! Flowers Meet Fashion: Inspired by Billy Porter
This spectacular new show will feature brilliant horticultural displays and breathtaking fashion designs inspired by Billy Porter's local roots and iconic array of accomplishments as an award-winning actor, singer, director, composer and playwright. - Top it Off: Area Schools Create Sustainable Fashions
Area middle and high school students were challenged to create their own fabulous, wearable hats made from repurposed materials as part of the Fairchild Challenge. They were encouraged to let their interests and aesthetics inspire them to create a hat that makes a statement. - Pittsburgh Botanic Garden's Native Plants
Currently on display at Phipps Garden Center in Mellon Park, plant lovers of all ages can enjoy stunning illustrations of plants growing at the Pittsburgh Botanic Garden. Pittsburgh Botanic Garden's Native Plants is part of the Flora Project, a collaboration between Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Garden's Botanical Art and Illustration Program and the Allegheny Highlands Botanical Art Society. - Tropical Forest Hawai‘i: Aloha ‘Aina
Tropical Forest Hawai‘i: Aloha ‘Aina invites guests to take an exciting, immersive journey through the rich history, nature and culture of the Hawaiian archipelago. - Planets Earth Virtual Exhibit
A dynamic exhibit at the Center for Sustainable Landscapes (and now online) addresses the pressing environmental issues of our time and proposes a new way of thinking about how to solve them.
Tues., Sept. 19:
- Bouquet Design Series Bundle: Traditional Bouquet | 6:30 – 8 p.m.
In this hands-on workshop, students will construct and arrange one of the most classic bouquet styles, a traditional tight bouquet, while becoming familiar with commonly used floral tools and flowers
Wed., Sept. 20:
- In-Person Story Time | 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Kids will love visiting Phipps to listen to our storyteller weave tales about gardens, fruits, vegetables, animals and other fun topics. Attend weekly sessions with a special child in your life! - Planting and Selecting High-Quality Bulbs | 7 – 9 p.m.
Join instructor Leslie Kaplan to learn all about getting the best bulbs in your area!
Thurs., Sept. 21:
- Papermaking and Fall Collage | 6:30 – 8 p.m.
Make sheets of paper by hand using cotton and other plants. Then, incorporate pressed and dried flowers, ferns, fibers, and vintage ephemera — creating one-of-a-kind collage!
Fri., Sept. 22:
- Candles at the Conservatory | 5:30 – 8 p.m.
- Candles at the Conservatory | 7:30 – 10 p.m.
Join us for a night of candle-making at Phipps Conservatory. You will learn how to make your very own candle, picking from several signature PGH Candle Fall scents.
Photo © Paul g. Wiegman