The Missouri Botanical Garden (also called "Shaw's Garden") is always
worth a visit with 2 rose gardens, a Japanese and a Chinese garden,
demonstration gardens and more, but this summer they are having a special
exhibit of glass by artist Dale Chihuly. You can see the part of the
exhibit which is outside with the regular garden admission, but to see the
works in the climatron and desert house, you will need a timed ticket, so
plan ahead.http://www.mobot.org/chihuly/
Glass in the Garden brings the work of renowned artist Dale Chihuly to St.
Louis in a custom-designed exhibition dramatically installed within the
natural landscapes of the Missouri Botanical Garden. Please note:
Climatron and Temperate House available during the exhibition by ticket
only.
tips!
Record-breaking crowds are expected for Glass in the Garden, so follow
these handy tips when planning your visit to best enjoy the exhibition.
Speed through admissions by purchasing tickets online. Garden members get
a discount. Join today!
To avoid the crowds, visit in the morning and choose a Monday, Tuesday, or
Thursday.
Dress for the weather. Tickets are good rain or shine and will not be
refunded or exchanged.
Allow a minimum of one hour prior to your ticket time to park, be
admitted, and approach the exhibit.
Free parking is available on site and 1½ blocks west of the Garden in lots
at the corner of Shaw and Vandeventer.
Chihuly nights
Every Thursday from 6 to 10 p.m. ?Glass in the Garden? glows every
Thursday evening during Chihuly Nights, beginning May 4. Enjoy the
serenity and beauty of the Garden from 6 to 10 p.m. Live glass-blowing
demonstrations, music, cash bar, hors d?oeuvres, and desserts for
purchase. Admission is $15 (Garden members $10) and includes Garden
admission. No reservations required. Purchase tickets online or at the
Garden. For information about Chihuly Nights, (314) 577-5101 or email.
Watch local artists from Third Degree Glass Factory create objects out of
molten glass during Chihuly Nights on Thursday evenings and on Saturdays
10 a.m. to noon. Demonstrations will be held at our hotshop near the
Linnean House. Included with admission.
Chris Tighe
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