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FRANKLIN
PARK
CONSERVATORY
COME VISIT!
Adults
Students with valid ID
Seniors with valid ID
Children 3-17
Under age 2
Group Rates Available
Free Parking
$11
$9
$9
$6
FREE
Daily 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Wednesdays 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Franklin Park Conservatory
1777 East Broad Street
Columbus, Ohio 43203
614.645.8733
www.fpconservatory.org
Built in 1895, Franklin Park Conservatory is
a botanical landmark two miles east of down-
town Columbus. It is a premier horticultural
and educational institution showcasing exot-
ic plant collections, special exhibitions, and
a signature collection of work by glass artist
Dale Chihuly.
Set within the 88 acres of Franklin Park,
the Conservatory houses 400 species of
plants from a variety of global climate zones
and features a Victorian Palm House with
more than 40 species of palms. It is surround-
ed by botanical gardens and floral displays.
Annual exhibitions include The Orchid
Forest, Blooms and Butterflies, and Holidays
at the Conservatory. The Conservatory has
developed a program of world-class exhibi-
tions by national and international artists.
In addition to a wide range of education-
al classes and workshops for school groups,
families, and individuals, Franklin Park Con-
servatory also provides a valuable resource
through its Growing to Green program for
community gardeners.
With its natural surroundings, both in-
doors and out, the Conservatory serves as a
premier venue for special events and corpo-
rate gatherings.
A dynamic and multi-faceted institution,
Franklin Park Conservatory is a unique and
popular destination for visitors of all ages.
Blooms and
Butterflies
Chihuly
ColleCtion Group tours
Amidst a showcase of tropical flowers and foli-
age, the annual Blooms & Butterflies transforms
the Conservatory into an enchanting butterfly ha-
ven that’s fascinating for all ages.
Hundreds of chrysalis of more than 100 spe-
cies from around the world are displayed in the
emergence center, where, every day, dozens
complete the metamorphosis into butterflies
right before your eyes. Newly emerged butter-
flies are released into the Pacific Island Water
Garden at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. with a short pre-
sentation by a Conservatory staff member.
Ohio native Painted Lady caterpillars
are available in Botanica, the Conserva-
tory’s gift shop and greenhouse, for visi-
tors to experience the metamorphosis
at home. Painted Lady butterflies can
be released into yards, gardens,
and parks to continue their life
cycle.
In October 2003, an exhibition of Dale Chihuly’s
glass artwork opened. The combination of Chi-
huly’s vibrant colors and forms with the natural
light provided by a glass house and the colors
and forms of the Conservatory’s plant collections
brought record crowds and made a lasting im-
pression on all who viewed it. When the exhibi-
tion closed in the summer of 2004, The Friends
of the Conservatory – a private, nonprofit group
– purchased most of the pieces included in that
exhibition as a permanent collection for Frank-
lin Park Conservatory. It is the largest collection
owned by a conservatory or botanical garden
and is very popular.
Visitors can expect to find Chandeliers over
the main entrance, in the John F. Wolfe Palm
House, the Himalayan Mountain Biome, and
Grand Atrium. Neodymium Reeds and
the Sunset Tower in the Pacific Island
Water Garden along with Persian
Ceiling, Persian Wall, and
much more throughout
the Conservatory.
Franklin Park Conservatory is a popular des-
tination for groups interested in the world of
plants, the Conservatory’s art exhibitions, and
historic Franklin Park. Groups may choose a
guided tour, an interactive experiential tour, or
a self-guided exploration of the many facets of
Franklin Park Conservatory.
Discounted rates apply for parties of 10 or
more who have made a reservation at least 24
hours in advance. Group admission is made
with one payment, using Visa, MasterCard,
Amex, cash or check. Parking for cars, vans,
and buses is available at no charge. All areas
of the Conservatory are stroller and wheelchair
accessible. A limited number of wheelchairs
are available on a first-come, first-served basis,
no rental fees apply.
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