
Orchid Mounting Workshop
Franklin Park ZooFebruary 22, 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Orchid Adventure
Explore the stunning beauty of orchids amidst the wild wonders of the Zoo, February 8 - March 9.

Eric Kilby
Sunday, Feb. 9: Due to the forecasted snowstorm, both Franklin Park Zoo and Stone Zoo will be closed. We hope you can join us on another day, and please travel safely!
February 22, 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Location: Tropical Forest Hippo Theater (indoors)
Create your own living masterpiece!
Discover how to grow and display orchids just as they thrive in nature—clinging to tree bark! In this 30-minute workshop, you’ll receive a flowering-size orchid, along with all the materials and step-by-step guidance needed to mount it on a unique piece of wood. The result? A one-of-a-kind living masterpiece that mimics the orchid’s natural habitat. Our expert horticulturists will be there to help you create and care for your new botanical artwork, setting you up for success.
After you've completed your floral masterpiece, take time to visit with some of the incredible animals in the tropical forest, including pygmy hippos, cotton-top tamarins, and more!
Ticketholders are encouraged to arrive between 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. to complete this workshop.
Explore the stunning beauty of orchids amidst the wild wonders of the Zoo, February 8 - March 9.
Eric Kilby