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Life Happens Here

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Tropical Paradise
Springtime Celebration
A New Passion
Life's Special Moments

Blooms & Butterflies

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On View Feb. 20 Through May 31

Graceful butterflies fly freely in the Pacific Island Water Garden, a tropical haven filled with colorful blooms.

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Columbus Blooms

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On View The Month Of April

A dazzling celebration of spring! More than 125,000 tulips, narcissus, crocus, hyacinth and other stars of the season fill the gardens.

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Take A Class

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Horticulture, Art & Culinary Classes Available

Whether you're learning something new or perfecting an old skill, the Conservatory is for you. Many classes are available in-personal or virtually.

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Now Booking

Weddings, social & corporate events and more. Prime dates available in 2021 and 2022!

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Today at the Conservatory

Sold Out: Create a Paper Succulent Garden
Classes (All Ages) Sold Out: Create a Paper Succulent Garden 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm | $100, $90 for members
Hot Shop Studio Class: Vessels
Classes (All Ages) Hot Shop Studio Class: Vessels 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm | $100, $90 for members
Chihuly Collection
Exhibition Chihuly Collection Jul 1–Dec 31 | During General Admission & Special Engagements
Bringing Reverence to Nature: An Exploration of Botanicals in Paper
Exhibition Bringing Reverence to Nature: An Exploration of Botanicals in Paper Jan 23–May 31 | DURING GENERAL ADMISSION & SPECIAL ENGAGEMENTS
Blooms & Butterflies
Exhibition Blooms & Butterflies Feb 20–May 31 | DURING GENERAL ADMISSION
Columbus Blooms
Exhibition Columbus Blooms Apr 1–Apr 30 | DURING GENERAL ADMISSION & SPECIAL ENGAGEMENTS
Glass Resurgence
Exhibition Glass Resurgence Apr 1–May 31 | 10am-5pm daily
Paul Busse Garden Railway
Exhibition Paul Busse Garden Railway Apr 2–Jan 9 | DURING GENERAL ADMISSION & SPECIAL ENGAGEMENTS
Spring at the Conservatory The Conservatory is one of the premier places to experience springtime in central Ohio. Find out how to spend the season here with our seasonal brochure. Read Now
Bonsai Collection A rotating selection of trees from the Conservatory’s Bonsai Collection will be on display in the Dorothy M. Davis Showhouse and the Bonsai Courtyard. Learn More
Chihuly Nights On select evenings from 7–10pm, all 19 installations will be professionally lit to create a breathtaking view within the backdrop of the interior Conservatory biomes. See Dates
Fine Arts & Crafts (All Ages) Sold Out: Create a Paper Succulent Garden Apr 17 | $100, $90 for members
Fine Arts & Crafts (All Ages) Hot Shop Studio Class: Vessels Apr 17 | $100, $90 for members
Gardening & Environmental (Kids) Nature School Explorers: Late Spring (Members Only) Apr 20 | $100 for members
Gardening & Environmental (All Ages) Soil Health 101 (4 weeks) Apr 20 | $80, $72 for members
Gardening & Environmental (Kids) Nature School Explorers: Late Spring (Members Only) Apr 21 | $100 for members
Culinary Arts (All Ages) The Sustainable Kitchen: Turkey Burgers and Sweet Potato Fries Apr 21 | In Person: $45, $40 for members
Virtual: $25, $20 for members
Events (All Ages) Vulnerable Population Hours Apr 22 | General Admission Rates
Fine Arts & Crafts (All Ages) Hot Shop Studio Class: Ornaments Apr 22 | $60, $54 for members
Fine Arts & Crafts (All Ages) Hot Shop Studio Class: Ornaments Apr 23 | $60, $54 for members
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