HUMAN IMPACT
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens

Located just across the street from Carnegie Mellon University and Flagstaff Hill is a botanical oasis. Phipps Conservatory, a historic landmark, features 2-1/2 acres of horticulture, art, education and fun.

First opened in 1893, Phipps Conservatory is one of the nation's oldest and largest Victorian glasshouses, home to:

• tropical plants such as palms, orchids and a miniature orchid collection
• ferns and succulent plants
• seasonal flower shows and butterflies

Outdoor gardens and collections include:

• the Discovery Garden
• Japanese Courtyard Garden
• Outdoor Garden
• bonsai
• perennials
• herbs
• aquatic gardens.

Admission for adults is less than a evening movie ($6.00). Students with ID get in for just $4.00. A few of the outdoor gardens are even free to the public.

Hours:

Tuesday - Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., closed Mondays.

For more information, contact:

Phipps Conservatory
One Schenley Park
Pittsburgh, PA 15213-3830
phone: (412)622-6914
email: phipps@phipps.pgh.pa.us
Web: www.phipps.conservatory.org