Calendar
September 2024
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Summer Flower Show: Under the Sea
OPEN NOW THROUGH Sun., Sept. 22
This summer, dive into the magical underworld of the ocean with whimsical displays of an array of sea creatures, unique plant foliage and fantastic flora. -
Tropical Forest Hawai‘i
Now Open
Say aloha to the spectacular intertwining of nature and culture of Hawai‘i, one of the most ecologically diverse places on Earth, in our immersive new Tropical Forest Conservatory exhibit. -
Make the Switch at Phipps! Green Power Drive
Daily, noon – 5 p.m. with occasional evening hours
Switch your home electricity to 100% green power while visiting our Tropical Forest Conservatory and you can receive a free Phipps membership! -
Adult Education at Phipps
See description for dates and times
Peruse our offerings for an exciting variety of fun and enriching programs on gardening, culinary arts and more to let your inspiration grow this season. -
Gifts and Greens Market
PRE-ORDER NOW THROUGH OCT. 13; PICKUP DEC. 5 – 7
From the glasshouse to your house, we're offering a large selection of fresh holiday greens for loved ones at Phipps Garden Center in Mellon Park. This event is free and open to the public! -
Story Time
WEDNESDAYS; 10:30 A.M. AND 1 P.M.
Kids will love visiting Phipps to listen to our storyteller weave tales about gardens, animals and other fun topics. Open to the first 40 ticketed participants (whether children or guardians) and must be booked in advance using our online ticketing system.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED -
Botanical Boutique
Sept. 6 – 8 | Friday, 1 – 7 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Phipps’ Garden Center Transforms into a Botanical Boutique for Houseplants, Artwork and Many More Natural Treasures! -
Sea Creature Creations: A Youth Art Exhibit
NOW OPEN
In this annual exhibit in our Welcome Center, view sea creature creations from The Fairchild Challenge student participants. -
Designing with Plants with Tom de Witte
Thurs., Sept. 12; 6 – 8 p.m.
Learn about designing and maintaining naturalistic gardens! -
Peek Behind the Petals
Sun., Sept. 22; 10 a.m.
Join us for a member-exclusive, in-person presentation of our behind-the-scenes series, Peek Behind the Petals! -
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Tropical Forest Hawai‘i Festival
Sun., Sept. 22; 11 A.M. – 3 P.M.
Join us for a celebration of the culture and plants of Hawai‘i! Enjoy children's activities and live entertainment, learn about plants native to Hawai‘i and more, free with Phipps admission. -
Ikebana International Exhibit
Opens Fri., Sept. 27
In this recurring exhibit in our Welcome Center Gallery, view gorgeous floral displays courtesy of the Ikebana International Pittsburgh Chapter. -
Yoga in the Garden
Sat., Aug. 24 and Sept. 28 | 9 – 10 a.m.
SOLD OUT. Join us for a one-hour yoga session in our beautiful outdoor garden! -
Youth Climate Advocacy Committee Sustainable Art and Fashion Gallery
NOW OPEN
Phipps Youth Climate Advocacy Committee Presents Sustainable Art and Fashion Gallery in The Center for Sustainable Landscapes! -
Highlands Flora Project: Foraged Plants of Southwestern Pennsylvania
NOW OPEN IN PHIPPS GARDEN CENTER
Enjoy beautiful illustrations of the foraged flora of southwestern Pennsylvania! -
Planets Earth
Now Open
A dynamic exhibit at the Center for Sustainable Landscapes addresses the pressing environmental issues of our time and proposes a new way of thinking about how to solve them.
