Some "Dangerous Beauties" in our upcoming Chomp! exhibit

We're getting into the Springtime swing of things planning our new special exhibit, Chomp! They Came from the Swamp, and we have not one but TWO upcoming galas to announce! 

This Thursday, February 20, join us for the Pacific Orchid Exposition's annual benefit preview gala, Orchids and All That Jazz. POE is generously donating a portion of all ticket sales to the Conservatory. 

Only a few weeks left to experience Butterflies & Blooms; be sure to stop by and see our beautiful winged creatures before this celebrated special exhibit closes on March 16. As always, we thank you for supporting the Conservatory of Flowers. 

 

Eric Andersen, Director

 

On Thursday, February 20, put on your finest and head to Fort Mason's flower-filled Festival Pavilion for the Pacific Orchid Exposition's 2014 Gala: Orchids and All That Jazz. 

 

A portion of each Gala ticket sold will be donated to the Conservatory of Flowers. 

 

As always, our horticulturalists will have a fun and creative booth at POE, bursting with rare and beautiful orchids flowering in a tropical island setting.

 

Don't miss this fun and "jazzy" evening!

 

Arbor Day celebrates the role of trees in our lives and promotes tree planting and care. In California, Arbor Day is observed from March 7th-14th.

The Conservatory of Flowers encourages parents and teachers to observe Arbor Day by teaching elementary school students about the importance of rainforest trees, and by encouraging them to participate in our Arbor Day drawing contest, Tropical Trees Are Terrific!

The contest winner will receive a Family Membership to the Conservatory of Flowers, and the winning artwork will be published in the Conservatory's March enewsletter.

Submit your drawings by Wednesday, March 12. Click HERE for more information and submission instructions.

"Will you walk into my parlour? said the spider to the fly..."  -Mary Howitt

On April 10, indulge your senses with exotic food and cocktails, live music and dancing, and a VIP sneak preview of our murky and mysterious new carnivorous plants exhibit, CHOMP! They Came From the Swamp on the night before it opens to the public.

Dance the night away to music by the fabulous Dick Bright Orchestra, bid in our dazzling silent auction, and enjoy open bar and tantalizing bites all night long!

Laelia/Cattleya hybrid orchid

 

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Chomp! They Came from the Swamp is coming!!

Photo by Damon Collingsworth

 

Hours: Tuesday - Sunday: 10am - 4:30pm (last entry is at 4:00pm)

Please note that on Sundays and holidays,
Golden Gate Park closes many of its roads to all vehicle traffic.

Admission: $8.00 for Adults; $5.00 for Youth; 12-17, Seniors age 65 & over, and College Students with ID; $2.00 for Children 5-11; Free for Children 4 and under

Discounts available to SF City and County residents with proof of residency. 

The Conservatory is free to all visitors on the first Tuesday of every month.

Accessibility: The Conservatory of Flowers is wheelchair accessible for both motorized and non motorized chairs. Handicap permit parking is located at the east side of the building and also on JFK Drive in front of the Conservatory. 

Strollers are not allowed in the Conservatory.

Information line: 415-831-2090