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Sat., May 23; 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
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. 

More Events You’ll Enjoy

  • May Market

    May 8 – 9; Friday, 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

    Phipps' celebrated open-air market returns! Stock up on unique plants, landscaping materials to botanical art, natural body care products and more.
  • Yoga in the Garden

    Select Saturdays; May 23, June 13, 27, July 25, Aug. 8, 22, 29 and Sept. 12 | 9 – 10 a.m.

    Join us for a one-hour yoga session in our beautiful outdoor garden!
  • Summer Flower Show: Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland

    May 16 – Sept. 27

    This summer at Phipps, fall down the rabbit hole! Explore a whimsical wonderland of iconic characters, fascinating features and bizarre botanicals.