Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory

Always in Season: Surround yourself with nature at the Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory ~ an oasis in the heart of downtown Fort Wayne Indiana. Visit the Showcase Garden with its lush seasonal displays, wander through the Tropical Garden where orchids and palms thrive in the shadows of a cascading waterfall, or retreat to the quiet beauty of the Desert Garden.

Butterflies with an African Beat

Showcase Garden

NOW-July 7 

The Conservatory's annual live butterfly exhibit returns, bringing with it the music of Africa! Showy butterfly specimens from the Old and New World join species imported from tropical Africa to mesmerize visitors as they get a close look in our display tent. Read more...

Butterflies with an African Beat is sponsored by:

Upcoming Events & Notices

City Safari Summer Day Camp
June 17-August 2

Sign up today for camp!  Check out the City Safari Summer Day Camp  
for more information!

Volunteers

The Botanical Conservatory will be hosting their live butterfly exhibit April 13 through July 7, and they need extra volunteers to make it happen. If you’ve ever wanted to become a Conservatory volunteer, the butterfly exhibit is one way to start. Call 260/427-6442 or e-mail:  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  for more information. Join us! 

Classes/Workshops

Check out the Classes link for information on a variety of classes being offered this season including: The Ease of Seeds, Pests on Plants, Spring into Succulents! and more!

Enjoy both our Gift Shop and our new retail Sales Garden offering fresh plants.  No admission is required to shop at the Conservatory, but to visit the gardens regular admission applies. For more information, call (260) 427-6440.

Announcing the 2013 exhibiting artists:

• Sharon Gerig
• Jennifer Renner
• Fort Wayne Photography Club
• Greg Becker