Creatures of the Night series

Creatures of the Night is back this October!

Join us every Wednesday in October as we get up close and personal with the natural world with activities and crafts for all ages. our featured animal experts bring in animals for kids and families to meet and learn about while our nature education teachers provide activities and crafts for all levels.

Week 1-Dia de Los Muertos community altar

• • • Marigolds and copal incense, markets overflow with pan de muerto and sugar skulls, and families prepare intricate altars to guide the spirits of loved ones home. As a way to honor your loved ones during your visit this month we welcome you to write a favorite moment of those who are no longer with us to be added unto our marigold of memories. As the marigold grows, we uplift those who are forever with us in spirit, a warm, open invitation to remember together, as we create a beautiful collective tribute. Find our ofrenda in Horticulture Hall.

Week 2- Insect asylum visit

• • • Meet the creepy crawlies of the insect asylum, a unique museum celebrating the amazing world of insects and their vital role in our ecosystem. 

Week 3- no programming (FLEUROTICA) 

Week 4- Incredible bats visit

• • • Sharon and Dan have been promoting bat education in the Midwest since 1996. Our goal as bat educators is to inform people about the many benefits of bats.

Week 5-  Natural Naturalist visit

• • • What goes bump in the night, isn’t scary, but fascinating. Learn about some of the animals that start to roam after you are tucked in bed.

Wind Down Wednesday series for adults: FREE drop in programming that’s offered Wednesday evenings!

• • • included in wind down Wednesday:
      • music al fresco
      • wind down with art
      • cooking and greening demos

This special event is included in all reservations to visit the Conservatory, book your reservation ahead of time here: here (link opens in a new tab)

Family programs are supported in part by Peoples Gas Community Fund, The Dr. Scholl Foundation and PNC.