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Colors Of Summer
Local Art
A New Passion
Life's Special Moments

Seasonal Horticulture

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On View Through Mid September

Colorful blooms and whimsical topiaries make for a lovely time in the gardens this summer.

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Resilience in Nature: We Are the Roses that Grew from the Concrete

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On View Through Nov. 28

A brand new gallery exhibition featuring local Black artists exploring the natural world through their work. Visit to vote on the People's Choice Award.

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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

Community Days
(All Ages) Community Days 10:00 am - 5:00 pm | Free with Columbus or Franklin County ID
Mural Painting Program
Events (All Ages) Mural Painting Program 10:00 am - 5:00 pm | FREE, NO RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
Chihuly Collection
Exhibition Chihuly Collection Jul 1–Dec 31 | During General Admission & Special Engagements
Paul Busse Garden Railway
Exhibition Paul Busse Garden Railway Apr 2–Jan 9 | DURING GENERAL ADMISSION & SPECIAL ENGAGEMENTS
In The Gardens: Color To Discover
Exhibition In The Gardens: Color To Discover May 29–Sep 12 | DURING GENERAL ADMISSION & SPECIAL ENGAGEMENTS
Resilience in Nature: We Are the Roses that Grew from the Concrete
Exhibition Resilience in Nature: We Are the Roses that Grew from the Concrete Jun 12–Nov 28 | DURING GENERAL ADMISSION & SPECIAL ENGAGEMENTS

LEAD SPONSOR CARDINAL HEALTH. ADDITIONAL SUPPORT FROM GREATER COLUMBUS ARTS COLUMBUS AND OHIO ARTS COUNCIL
Sister Cities: Horticultural Sites, Events, and Developments
Exhibition Sister Cities: Horticultural Sites, Events, and Developments Jul 3–Oct 31 | DURING GENERAL ADMISSION & SPECIAL ENGAGEMENTS
Summer at the Conservatory Make summer plans at the Conservatory with the summer brochure! Read Now
Chihuly Nights Experience the Conservatory in the evening and see the Chihuly Collection professionally illuminated against the backdrop of the interior gardens. See Dates
Growing to Green Awards The Growing to Green Awards honors community gardens and gardeners around central Ohio. Nominations are open now! Nominations
(All Ages) Community Days Aug 1 | Free with Columbus or Franklin County ID
Events (All Ages) Mural Painting Program Aug 1 | FREE, NO RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
Health & Wellness (All Ages) Wellness Wednesdays in Franklin Park Aug 4 | Free
Events (All Ages) Farmers’ Market Aug 4 | Free
Fine Arts & Crafts (Adults) Sold Out: Hot Shop Studio Class: Pumpkins Aug 5 | $70, $65 for members
Fine Arts & Crafts (Adults) Sold Out: Hot Shop Studio Class: Pumpkins Aug 6 | $70, $65 for members
Fine Arts & Crafts (Adults) Sold Out: Hot Shop Studio Class: Vessels Aug 7 | $100, $90 FOR MEMBERS
Health & Wellness (All Ages) Wellness Wednesdays in Franklin Park Aug 11 | Free
Events (All Ages) Farmers’ Market Aug 11 | Free
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