Rinard Orchid Greenhouse 2018 Event Schedule
Saturdays - Second Saturday of each month, 1-2 p.m.unless otherwise noted
Ball State University Welcome Week
Saturday, August 18, general tours from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Succulents: What's Not to Love?
Saturday, September 8
Succulent growing and propagation. Learn how to re-pot and keep your plant health. Limited to 15 people.
Family Weekend
Saturday, September 22, general tours from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Community Artists Invitation Day
Saturday, October 13, 10 a.m.-noon and 1-2 p.m.
Sketch and "plein air" in the Rinard Orchid Greenhouse.
Tropical Edibles
Saturday, November 10, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Have you ever wondered where bananas really come from? Join us for an introduction to tropical food plants. Food will be served! For families, children ages 5+ (chaperone required for ages 8-10).
Evening Holiday Open House
Saturday, December 1, 6-9 p.m.
Experience the Rinard Orchid Greenhouse at night, decorated for the holidays.
Concurrent: Glass demos/sales at the Marilyn K. Glick Center for Glass, Charles Brown Planetarium shows and the Minnetrista Luminaria (with MITS Trolley shuttle available).
- Greenhouse programs are free of charge and open to the public. Most programs are suitable for ages 5+.
- For location and parking information, click here.
- For general questions about the greenhouse and greenhouse events, contact Cheryl LeBlanc.