What’s Happening at the Botanical Conservatory in November

Fort Wayne, Ind. –The Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory at 1100 South Calhoun Street presents the following events and programs this month.

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 Timeless Tradition

November 18, 2023-January 7, 2024

Holidays at the Botanical Conservatory have delighted the community as a family favorite over the last 40 years. Its gardens in light and scenes of merriment contribute to a warm holiday spirit in the heart of downtown Fort Wayne. Fresh cut evergreens, a lush poinsettia tree and deep ruby undertones are the backdrop to this year’s memories. Join us in celebrating an oasis of growth and tradition. Sponsored by the English Bonter Mitchell Foundation, Waterfield Foundation, Wilson Foundation, PBS Fort Wayne and Majic 95.1.

What’s Happening at the Botanical Conservatory in October 

Fort Wayne, Ind. –The Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory at 1100 South Calhoun Street presents the following events and programs this month.

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Botanical Brew

Friday, October 6, 4:00 – 9:00p.m.

Meet your friends downtown at the Botanical Conservatory for a sampling of all things brewed. Your taste buds are sure to relish local favorites as you sample coffee, tea, cider, craft beer, and wine. Wander the gardens and enjoy featured food truck fare and entertainers busking throughout. Packaged beverages will also be available for purchase. No outside food or beverage is permitted. Sponsored by: 89.1 WBO1, WANE 15, and Fort Wayne Metals. All ages are welcome! Admission is $10 per person. 

August 1, 2023

Fort Wayne, Ind. –The Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory at 1100 South Calhoun Street presents the following events and programs this month. 

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Botanical Roots Music Fest

Friday, August 4, 5:00 – 11:00 p.m.

Saturday, August 5, 12 – 11 p.m.

Be refreshed at the Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory with a two-day eclectic musical festival. ROOTS Music Fest features music from a wide diversity of regional heritages and cultural backgrounds, combining exciting local musicians and regional touring acts. Friday features Zydeco and Reggae sounds with CJ Chenier and the Red Hot Louisiana Band, Lazo & Exodus with URB and Pete Dio and the Old & Dirty. Saturday features Blues, Americana and Folk styles with Mississippi Heat, Debutants, Grace Theisen & the Rebel Eves with G-Money Band, Rosalind & the Way, Phil’s Family Lizard and A Picker & A Grinner. Tickets are available online at www.bit.ly/rootsfest for Friday ($15), for Saturday ($20) or as a two-day pass ($30). Conservatory members are admitted free. Botanical Roots Music Fest is sponsored by Mad Anthony Brewing Company, 96.3 XKE and Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation.  

July 1, 2023

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What’s Happening at the Botanical Conservatory in July 

Fort Wayne, Ind. –The Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory at 1100 South Calhoun Street presents the following events and programs this month. The Conservatory will be open on Tuesday, July 4, for normal operations.

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An Herban Garden Showcase Exhibit

July 1 – November 12, 2023, public hours

Digest the community impact of urban gardening and see herbs that flourish, mushrooms that thrive and rooftops that grow. Forage some more to discover dynamic graffiti art and container gardens accompanying uptown views from your local stoop. It’s a beautiful season in the neighborhood at the Botanical Conservatory’s own herban garden. Sponsored by: the English Bonter Mitchell Foundation, Waterfield Foundation and WANE 15.