Volunteer Park Conservatory
Seattle's historic greenhouse in Volunteer Park.
*Free with price of admission--Sogetsu Ikebana Show- March 29th and 30th- 10am to 3pm
*Free with price of admission--Sogetsu Ikebana Show- March 29th and 30th- 10am to 3pm
Share Volunteer Park Conservatory
and support Friends of the Conservatory
Your contributions help us connect people with horticulture at the Volunteer Park Conservatory, enhance the visitor experience, preserve the historic structures, and sustain the plant collections for future generations.
What can you do?
Purchase gifts in the Palm House Gift Shop
Bring friends and family for a visit
Upcoming Activities
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Enjoy free Conservatory admission from 10 am to 4 pm. This occurs each month on the first Thursday.
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10 am - 4 pm
Enjoy free admission for youth aged 12 and under to the Conservatory from 10 am to 4 pm with the purchase of paid adult admission. This occurs on the first Saturday of every month.
11 am - 12ish pm
Friends of the Conservatory hosts free family-friendly activities on the 1st Saturday monthly from 11 am - 12 pm (they often run later than noon). Activities will rotate and include activities such as coloring, origami, live music, and more! -
Come visit us on March 29th and 30th from 10am to 3pm for a special presentation on Ikebana flower arranging by the Sogetsu Society
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ECA Chrysanthemum Society will have there annual show and sale on April 12th. Come check out award winning chrysanthemums!
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Join us on April 19th from 12-1pm for a flute performance by Evelyn Frances, a local musician who was inspired by Bill McJohn, the classical harpist who performs during the holidays here at the Conservatory.
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Join us for the Gesneriad Society’s annual show and sale on April 26th from 10am-3pm. Come see unique and rare African Violets in all their glory!
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Come join us for our annual May Plant Sale on May 3rd and 4th! Become a member today and receive early access and discounts at the plant sale! It’s a great opportunity to purchase a Mother’s Day gift or a special plant to take home with you. You definitely don’t want to miss this!
Programming: Education + Cultural Arts Events
A glimpse into the lower greenhouse. Photo credit: Paige Smith.
Expanding understanding of our natural world through science and horticulture education and offering experiential cultural arts events is at the heart of everything we do. Enjoy our guided tours and information on our rare plant collection, unique workshops, and music-dance-visual arts events that connect community in our “living botany museum.” Check out our offerings and find a variety of enriching and inclusive events and activities that celebrate science, arts & culture, history, architecture, music, and more.
Advocating for Preservation
For more than 40 years, the Friends of the Conservatory has led the effort to preserve the Volunteer Park Conservatory raising more than $3million for restorations and improvements. We partner with Seattle Parks & Recreation in maintaining our Conservatory, welcoming community into our spaces, and engaging in public advocacy campaigns to improve this living landmark. Learn more about our Historic Preservation in the Get Involved section.
A Community of Volunteers
FOC Volunteer Keith (seated) and FOC Board Member John at the May Plant Sale. Photo credit: Christopher Miller.
The Conservatory needs people like you! Every year, community members donate over 3,500 hours to the Friends of the Conservatory. Share your ‘super powers,’ meet folks, and learn new skills while you contribute to education, arts programming, and conservation. There are many opportunities available - event support, social media, Plant Sales, Gift Shop sales, outreach, graphic art and lots more. We’re growing everyday with your active participation at the Volunteer Park Conservatory!