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Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens' programs for children offer the perfect mix of fun and educational activities that explore science-related topics pertaining to plants, animals and ecosystems.

Does the break in freezing temperatures have you thinking about spring? Check out our line-up of spring field trips, whe...
01/24/2024

Does the break in freezing temperatures have you thinking about spring? Check out our line-up of spring field trips, where you can explore the tropics, pollinators, carnivorous plants, and more!

We are offering an exciting lineup of in-person field trips for school, homeschool, scout and other education groups. While meeting Pennsylvania standards, these programs use botany and ecology to inspire learning. Field trips can be modified to meet the needs of individual groups, and each general...

Happy Solstice!
12/21/2023

Happy Solstice!

A resource of Biophilia: Pittsburgh, is a weekly blog and social media series that aims to encourage both children and adults to reconnect with nature and enjoy what each of our distinctive seasons has to offer. 

The fall flower show is in full bloom!
10/19/2023

The fall flower show is in full bloom!

Starting Sat., Oct. 7, Phipps’ Fall Flower Show: Hometown Harvest pays tribute to the bounty of the harvest season and the plants and animals that make it possible through fun and festive displays surrounded by marvelous chrysanthemums in an exciting variety of sizes, shapes and colors. Explore ...

Calling all ghouls and goblins! Mark your calendars for Halloween Happenings! 🎃
10/13/2023

Calling all ghouls and goblins! Mark your calendars for Halloween Happenings! 🎃

When you feel a chill in the air and see pumpkins everywhere, you know it's almost Halloween — and Phipps' spook-tacular gardens are the perfect place for your family to celebrate! Little ghosts and goblins can come to the conservatory in costume for a day of festive activities, all free with regu...

Delighted by all of the fall leaves? Here is a cool experiment to try at home!
10/09/2023

Delighted by all of the fall leaves? Here is a cool experiment to try at home!

By Dr. Maria Wheeler-Dubas, Research and Science Education Outreach Manager, and Adam Hass, Interpretive Programs Manager

Tomorrow is the first day of fall! What are you most excited about?🍂
09/22/2023

Tomorrow is the first day of fall! What are you most excited about?🍂

A resource of Biophilia: Pittsburgh, is a weekly blog and social media series that aims to encourage both children and adults to reconnect with nature and enjoy what each of our distinctive seasons has to offer. 

Looking for an exciting field trip that brings in the coziness of fall and some botanical sciences? Look no further than...
09/19/2023

Looking for an exciting field trip that brings in the coziness of fall and some botanical sciences? Look no further than 🍎Apples and Pumpkins🎃!

Phipps offers an exciting lineup of field trips and outreach programs for school, community and other education groups. While meeting Pennsylvania. standards, these programs use botany and ecology to inspire learning. Field trips can be modified to meet the needs of individual groups, and each gener...

It's a kids' night out — and fun is on the menu! Learners ages 5 – 10 will love our new series of evening adventures des...
09/15/2023

It's a kids' night out — and fun is on the menu! Learners ages 5 – 10 will love our new series of evening adventures designed just for them! 🍂

Explore our in-person, seasonal camps for children and let us immerse your young explorers in the incredible world of Phipps. Highlighting ecology, conservation, and fall-related concepts through hands-on activities, each session takes place in the Center for Sustainable Landscapes classroom. Regis...

🌸May 27th, come enjoy nature-inspired games, activities, crafts and more at the summer opening celebration of Phipps’ Di...
05/18/2023

🌸May 27th, come enjoy nature-inspired games, activities, crafts and more at the summer opening celebration of Phipps’ Discovery Garden!🌸

Families are invited to a special day of fun to mark the summer opening of Discovery Garden, the interactive sensory garden that delights children and adults of all ages. Kids will enjoy special activities throughout the day held in Discovery Garden, exploring the beauty and wonders of nature as they play. All activities are free with Conservatory admission.

Families are invited to a special day of fun to mark the summer opening of Discovery Garden, the interactive sensory garden that delights children and adults of all ages. Kids will enjoy special activities throughout the day held in Discovery Garden, exploring the beauty and wonders of nature as the...

This week on the blog...not all bird wings are created alike - what are some of the differences and how does that impa...
05/05/2023

This week on the blog...not all bird wings are created alike - what are some of the differences and how does that impact flight?

A resource of Biophilia: Pittsburgh, is a weekly blog and social media series that aims to encourage both children and adults to reconnect with nature and enjoy what each of our distinctive seasons has to offer. 

High school students! Have you heard about EcoLeader Academy? It's a paid opportunity to learn many facets of environmen...
05/04/2023

High school students! Have you heard about EcoLeader Academy? It's a paid opportunity to learn many facets of environmental science: ecosystems, human health, policy, climate change, food and agriculture, energy, pollution, environmental justice issues, local to global impacts, sustainability and green careers. Check details on our website and apply by May 15!

Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is pleased to announce our new EcoLeader Academy! This  seven-week course provides an invaluable opportunity for highly motivated high school students to gain knowledge of the many facets of environmental science: ecosystems, human health, policy, climate c...

We're getting close to...BioBlitz!!On Sun., June 4, our annual BioBlitz festival will bring together families, students,...
04/27/2023

We're getting close to...BioBlitz!!

On Sun., June 4, our annual BioBlitz festival will bring together families, students, local scientists and naturalists, teachers and community leaders to explore the biodiversity of Schenley Park, meet local scientists and naturalists, and engage with community organizations and agencies – all free and open to the public! Check out our activity line-up for the day, and come enjoy some time outdoors 💚

On Sun., June 4, our annual BioBlitz festival will bring together families, students, local scientists and naturalists, teachers and community leaders to explore the biodiversity of Schenley Park, meet local scientists and naturalists, and engage with community organizations and agencies – all ...

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