Expert Is In: Growing Orchids at Home

Join us for an engaging session with an orchid expert from the Smithsonian Gardens or the United States Botanic Garden! 🌿✨ This week, Melanie Pyle, a Horticulturist from Smithsonian Gardens, will provide valuable tips on how to grow orchids at home. Feel free to drop in anytime during the program and bring your orchid questions!

This event aligns with the exhibition More than a Flower: The Connective Power of Orchids at the National Museum of African American History and Culture, which remains open during museum hours until April 26, 2026.

Important Note: Free timed-entry passes are required for entry into the National Museum of African American History and Culture for this program. Reserve your entry pass here.

Timely reminders: Advance passes are released 30 days in advance on a rolling basis, and same-day passes are available daily at the entrance. Don't hesitate to ask NMAAHC staff for assistance! 🌸