Tropical Forest Panama
March 2025 – early 2028
Tropical Forest Panama invited guests to take an exciting, immersive journey to discover the nature, culture and interconnectedness of the forest system. Gorgeous greenery and flowers, engaging new interpretation stations and new live animal features were inspired by our Phipps staff members' journey to Darién National Park and subsequent research.
Panama is a relatively small nation — about the size of South Carolina — with an outsized impact on the world. About 40% of all U.S. freight containers move through its famous canal. But Panama’s global importance dates back to long before the canal was built — and it's home to more species of birds, amphibians, reptiles and insects than the U.S. and Canada combined. Join us as we explore this one-of-a-kind place where people, plants and animals comprise a thriving ecosystem that constitutes one of the wildest places on Earth.
Watch the Spring Flower Show: A Bloom for Every Room Virtual Tour Video (featuring Tropical Forest Panama)
Spring Flower Show: A Bloom for Every Room’s eye-catching displays highlight all the quintessential spring blooms you love to see during this time of year. In a unique twist this year, each room is dedicated to a different stunning seasonal bloom — from tulips to pansies, lilies and more — allowing you to appreciate the beauty and unique details of each flower, and each room is documented in our virtual tour down to the last colorful detail. Plus, you’ll also get a look at our new Tropical Forest Panama exhibit. Viewers receive two versions of the guided tour: one with relaxing music and one with a guided narration from Director of Horticulture, Ben Dunigan.
Photos © Paul Vladuchick and Paul g. Wiegman
