Mid Atlantic Gardens - Yours, Ours and Theirs forum: Phipps Conservatory, Pittsburgh, PA
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While Pittsburgh isn't exactly considered "Mid-Atlantic", I think enough of our members, including myself, have visited this jewel of a conservatory, that we could have a thread with photos from our visits. Please feel free to add your own pictures here any time! And to those who haven't been there yet, we hope this piques your interest as a great spot to visit if you're in that area. In addition to the spectacular conservatory and outdoor gardens, it's got a lovely gift shop and a cafe which focuses on eco-friendly and sustainable fare. Having enjoyed lunch there a number of times, I can say this only adds to the time spent there.  Here's a link to their web site: http://phipps.conservatory.org/  Breathe in, Breathe out...Move on - Jimmy Buffett |
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| As soon as you enter the conservatory, your eye will be drawn to the the amazing "chandelier" piece, by noted glass artist, Dale Chihuly, hanging from the top of the atrium. The Phipps hosted a show of his works from May 2007 to February 2008. That show was absolutely amazing. Fortunately, for those who couldn't make it, there are a number of his pieces from that exhibit now permanently on display in the conservatory. These photos were taken on a visit in February 2009.         Breathe in, Breathe out...Move on - Jimmy Buffett |
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They happened to be having their annual Orchid Show when I visited.        Breathe in, Breathe out...Move on - Jimmy Buffett |
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In addition to the orchids on display, there were lots of other plants and flowers to enjoy on a cold winter day!      Breathe in, Breathe out...Move on - Jimmy Buffett |
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They also have lovely sculptures situated around the conservatory.      Breathe in, Breathe out...Move on - Jimmy Buffett |
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There are many other "rooms" to visit in the Conservatory.    Breathe in, Breathe out...Move on - Jimmy Buffett |
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Finally, from the February 2009 visit, a charming miniature railroad set up in the South Conservatory.    Breathe in, Breathe out...Move on - Jimmy Buffett |
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Here are some photos from a recent holiday visit to Phipps with Holly and grandson JR, courtesy of Ric/eric4home    Breathe in, Breathe out...Move on - Jimmy Buffett |
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All photos courtesy of Ric/eric4home    Breathe in, Breathe out...Move on - Jimmy Buffett |
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All photos courtesy of Ric/eric4home      Breathe in, Breathe out...Move on - Jimmy Buffett |
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All photos and comments courtesy of Ric/eric4home  The Christmas theme was The Nutcracker, which was carried through many of the displays. After dark there was a candle light view which added a whole new dimension and a bit of mystery.     Breathe in, Breathe out...Move on - Jimmy Buffett |
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All photos and comments courtesy of Ric/eric4home   We had a special day to be sure and we have never visited Phipps at Christmas, but since we live half way between Phipps and Longwood Gardens, 3-4 hours and about the same tolls, I would say I prefer Longwood's displays the best. I'm thinking Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden next year with maybe a stop at the The United States Botanic Gardens in Washington DC.  RicBreathe in, Breathe out...Move on - Jimmy Buffett |
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| Beautiful photos! The glass pieces are very inspiring and you've captured a lot of nice textures. I never heard of the Phipps Conservatory before Ric's post. |
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| Loretta, I think I only heard of it when I saw the publicity for the Chihuly show. Now, I try to stop there any time we're in the area. DH's company has an office in Pittsburgh, so I've tagged along to meetings, though that hasn't happened in quite a few years now, BUT... he has an annual Kentucky Rifle meeting just north of Pittsburgh every year in June, so a stop on the way home is always on the agenda. Don't know how far it would be for you, but it's worth a trip. There's also a nice zoo/aquarium in the area to round out the visit. Breathe in, Breathe out...Move on - Jimmy Buffett |
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| Great photos! I grew up with Phipp's conservatory... we lived fairly far out in the 'burbs but made it in I'd guess at least once a year. I was lucky enough to see the Chihuly show there, and being familiar with the standing exhibits made the transformation with the glass pieces all the more magical. I'm perpetually trying to catch up on organizing photos, but I'll be back when I come across some Phipps files! :-) Circles of Support for Breast Cancer I'm learning to dance in the rain! Thank you, Sally & Chris & Sharon. |
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