As the centerpiece of the Myriad Botanical Gardens, the Conservatory has remained largely unchanged since its opening in 1988. Over the last several years, we have worked on design plans to update aging infrastructure and enhance the visitor experience and educational impact of the Conservatory. Home to thousands of tropical and desert plants within its 13,000 sq ft, space is divided into two distinct climates: wet and dry giving visitors the experience of being in a rainforest and a desert. Plans call for a complete renovation of the space which will include all new flooring, exhibits, planting plans, lighting, interpretation, water features, interactive exhibits and a new classroom and gift shop. The project will cost nearly $11 million. The balance of funds are being raised by Myriad Gardens Foundation, the 501(c)(3) nonprofit that manages the Gardens. The Foundation still needs to raise $1.7 million to complete the campaign.
