HOLIDAYS AT THE CONSERVATORY
NOVEMBER 25, 2009 – JANUARY 3, 2010
The spirit of the holidays returns to Franklin Park Conservatory. Hundreds of poinsettias, the traditional15-foot poinsettia tree, the delightful model garden railway by designer Paul Busse, the third annual Gingerbread House Competition and display, Candelight Nights, family activities, and special performances all taking place while Chihuly Reimagined remains on view.
Holidays at the Conservatory begins at 5 p.m. on Wednesday evening, November 25 with the first of five Wednesday Candlelight Nights. and the seasonal celebration continues through January 3 with activities for adults, families, and children; Breakfast with Santa; Palm House Candlelight Buffets; and live glassblowing demonstrations daily at the Hot Shop
GINGERBREAD HOUSE COMPETITION
Entries in the third annual GINGERBREAD HOUSE COMPETITION will be displayed in the Palm House Gallery from November 30 through January 3. Entries from five categories – Youth, Teen, Family, Adult, and Professional – and themes — Inspired by Chihuly, A Gingerbread Garden, or Your Favorite Book, Movie or Game – will delight with their creativity. The contest is open to everyone. Prizes are awarded to winners. Details, deadlines and entry forms are available online HERE or at the Conservatory’s Visitors Center.
MODEL GARDEN RAILWAY
Paul Busse’s enchanting model railroad is back on track once again in the Conservatory’s lower atrium. Trains wind around whimsical, miniature buildings and landscapes rendered from natural materials on multi level tracks. Find little surprises at each turn.
SHOP BOTANICA
Unique offerings including seasonal plants, gardening books, and gifts for all ages can be found at Botanica, the Conservatory’s gift shop and greenhouse. Books and DVD’s about Dale Chihuly and his work, Limited Edition Prints, and Chihuly Studio Editions are available. Popular holiday items include mini poinsettias, bulbs for forcing, bonsai, orchids, and children’s items. Vases, bowls, wine goblets, paperweights, ornaments made in the Conservatory’s glass blowing HOT SHOP – or the very piece you watched the gaffers create– are available for purchase in BOTANICA. There will be a special members-only shopping morning Saturday, November 21, at 9 a.m.
Please visit Holidays at the Conservatory for a full list of activities and events.
