This Week at Phipps: Aug. 24 – 30

By Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens

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: 

• Summer Flower Show: Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland
  Summer Flower Show: Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland invites you to journey down the rabbit hole for an unforgettable adventure! With beloved story book scenes brought to life in each room, Phipps provides a wonderful experience for all. This fantastic show bursts with colorful interactive elements, topiary creatures, unique foliage and so much more. Prepared to be wowed by this extraordinary experience all summer long!  
• Tropical Forest Panama: Bridge to Biodiversity
  Embark on a spectacular journey through the lush vegetation and vibrant culture of Panama, the incredibly biodiverse land bridge connecting North and South America, in our immersive new Tropical Forest Conservatory exhibit
• Pennsylvania Fungi and Their Natural Habitat
  Now open at Phipps' Garden Center in Mellon Park, nature lovers of all ages can enjoy stunning illustrations of fungi species in diverse habitats. Pennsylvania is home to thousands of fungi species, thriving in diverse habitats ranging from mature hardwood forests to urban mulch, particularly in spring and fall. Fungi are a distinct kingdom of eukaryotic organisms—separate from plants and animals—that are essential for breaking down organic matter and recycling nutrients in ecosystems.
• Youth Eco-Action Showcase: A Youth Sustainable Art and Fashion Exhibit
  Explore Stunning Sustainable Artwork and Fashion by Young Environmentalists! Sustainable art and fashion are forms of creative expression intentionally constructed in ways that do not harm the environment. They often address topics like climate change, environmental concerns and social justice. Materials are recycled, salvaged, repurposed or sustainably produced, coming from local or nearby sources. Sustainable art and fashion aim to protect both the environment and the people who produce art materials or clothing.
• 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.

Wed., Aug. 26: 

• 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.

Thurs., Aug. 27

• Jazz in the Garden | 6:30 – 9 p.m.
  Phipps is offering Jazz in the Garden performances from July through September in our Outdoor Garden! Enjoy nights of smooth music set against a gorgeous botanical backdrop with some of Pittsburgh's most talented Jazz ensembles. In this performance, guests can enjoy cool tunes, full blooms and light refreshments as lifelong Pittsburgh musician Tony Campbell shares the joy of jazz music for all to enjoy!

Sun., Aug. 30 :

• Dancing with Alice in Wonderland | 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.
  On Sun., Aug. 30, Phipps and PBT invite children to learn ballet basics and act out scenes from PBT's upcoming production of "Alice in Wonderland" with Alice herself. After the class, kiddos can smile like the Cheshire Cat as they pose for a photo with the ballerina, before exploring our stunning Summer Flower Show: Alice's Adventures in Wonderland!
• Sensory Inclusive Time | 5:30 – 7 p.m.
   Guests are invited to explore the wild and whimsical world of Wonderland, where light and sound features are minimized to ensure a peaceful walk through. Participants will also receive a social story via email detailing the experience prior to arrival.
   

Photos  © Paul g. Wiegman