Discovery Garden Day
Enjoy nature-inspired activities, crafts and more at the summer opening celebration of Phipps’ Discovery Garden.
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Families are invited to a special day marking the summer opening of Phipps' Discovery Garden! Bursting with fun for all ages this garden features nature play areas, an interactive water fountain, a giant tree stump for climbing, a playhouse, percussion instruments, an insect hotel and more. Special activities being held in our Discovery Garden, to celebrate nature and the Summer Flower Show: Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, will include games, pot-a-plant, a maker’s station and more! All activities are free with Conservatory admission.
View our upcoming activities below:
- Welcome table | Welcome Center | 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Pick up your scavenger hunt card and begin your journey through our lush gardens.
- Pot-A-Plant | Discovery Garden | 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Take home a plant fit for a tea party.
- PGH Party Creations | Discovery Garden | 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Transform with wonderful whimsy at the face sparkle station.
- Game Station | Gallery Room | 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Enjoy a wonderland-themed game along with our Play Farmer's Market.
- Pittsburgh Center for Creative Reuse | Discovery Garden Pavilion | 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Learn how to turn trash into treasure at a fun Mad Hatter maker's station.
This event is included in regular Conservatory admission. Members and children under two years old are free.
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A Toast to Wonderland: The Premiere Party
Fri., May 15; 6:30 p.m.
Join us for an unforgettable evening as Phipps Conservatory kicks off the summer season in grand style with the debut of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland!