Myriad Botanical Gardens is filling the Crystal Bridge Conservatory with color, fragrance and romance this winter. Love Takes Root: An Orchid Engagement opens Friday, Jan. 16, and runs through March 1, featuring more than 800 orchids arranged throughout the tropical conservatory.
Set against the lush greenery of the Crystal Bridge, the exhibition celebrates orchids as enduring symbols of love, beauty and elegance. Long associated with romance across cultures, orchids are known for their intricate shapes, vivid colors and exotic appeal — all on full display in this seasonal show.
New this year are several romantic photo backdrops, giving visitors plenty of opportunities to capture the moment among the blooms.
Exhibit Details
Dates: Friday, Jan. 16 – Sunday, March 1, 2026
Location: Inasmuch Foundation Crystal Bridge Conservatory, Myriad Botanical Gardens
Conservatory Hours
- Monday–Saturday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
- Sunday: 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Admission
- Adults: $10.50
- Seniors (62+): $9
- Military/Veterans: $9
- Students: $7
- Youth (ages 5–17): $5.50
- Children 4 and under: Free
- Myriad Gardens members: Free
Several orchid- and Valentine-themed classes will be offered during the run of the exhibition, including orchid care, floral crafts and art workshops:
- All About Orchids
Thursday, Jan. 22 | 6–7 p.m.
Members $18; Nonmembers $20 - Embroidered Floral Heart Sachets
Saturday, Feb. 7 | 10 a.m.–noon
Members $20; Nonmembers $25 - Beaded Valentine Loom Bracelets
Saturday, Feb. 7 | 1–5 p.m.
Members $35; Nonmembers $40 - Valentine Bouquet Watercolor
Saturday, Feb. 14 | 10 a.m.–noon
Members $50; Nonmembers $55 - Valentine Floral Arranging
Saturday, Feb. 14 | 2–4 p.m.
Members $50; Nonmembers $55
For full details and class registration, visit myriadgardens.org/calendar.