About the Event
Visit the Lucile Halsell Conservatory for our 5th annual Orchid exhibit as we discover this year’s theme: Exploration. Step into a lush, tropical world where exquisite displays await. The exhibition blends natural elements with historical charm and explores the evolving tale of plant conservation. This is more than a visit; it’s a mid-winter voyage to tropical wonder.
Orchids Collecting in the Modern Age
Lecture with Brandom Tam
Thursday, February 1, 2024
Reception and Exhibition Viewing 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. | Lecture at 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
In the 1800s, orchids symbolized status among royalty. Orchids were exclusive to the wealthy, who sponsored botanists and orchid hunters on expeditions to obtain them from the wild. Explore how the evolving needs of our audience, and the current events and issues will shape the strategies for orchid collection in today’s world.
Celebrate Orchids!
Saturday, February 3, 2024 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.