"The flower is the poetry of reproduction. It is an example of the eternal seductiveness of life."-Jean Giraudoux
This past Tuesday, I visited a special exhibit at the Conservatory Of Flowers, in Golden Gate Park, called, Color: A Winter Carnival. Any visit to the conservatory will probably leave you in a better mood then when you walked in, but this visit was something special. It is a lovely, gentle, beautiful place all on it's own, but this special exhibit was nothing short of spectatular! It is truly one of their very best of recent years.
The special events room, which is located to the far left inside the conservatory, was transformed into a scene reminescent of a Victorian carnival of flowers, complete with a working "Wheel of Fortune" that children can spin, to learn more about plants and flowers featured in the exhibit. As you walk among the fabulous assortment of plants, flowers and citus fruits, you are treated to some old fashioned carnival music! "Let Me Call You Sweetheart, I'm In Love With You."
Beautiful. A truly perfect day for the amateur photographer who is currently winter logged. LOL. Orchids of every color combination you can think of from, creamy white to vivid red! Citrus trees, potted plants, and large silk lanterns make a splash of vibrant color at every turn. Among the natural plants are whimsical touches such as the silk lanturns, colored crystal teardrop trees that refract the ample lighting that comes through the conservatories many windows, and the special feature of some amazing carousel animals, crafted by a local artist.
I can easily see both small children and adults enjoying this special exhibit. The entry into the conservatory is a mere $5.00, which includes the carnival exhibit. The Conservatory Of Flowers is one of San Francisco's great buys for your spending dollar. If it's a sunny day, consider bringing a picnic lunch like Alan and I always do. You can't beat the grounds around the conservatory as a place to eat a leisurely lunch. while enjoying the natural beauty of the park!
Here are a few photos from my visit. But I have to admit, I really didn't do it's beauty justice...
Wheel Of Fortune
Pincushion Plant (Coffee family)
The special exhibits section of the conservatory
-OndineMonet
"Color: A Winter Carnival"
Conservatory Of Flowers
Golden Gate Park
San Francisco, California
Tuesday, January 15th, 2007
Afternoon
3 comments:
These photos remind me of Longwood Gardens near Philadelphia. I love these places. Thanks for sharing your beautiful photos.
WOW! beautiful pictures Carly!!!
I once worked a jigsaw puzzle of this building. I didn't know what it was until you blogged about it. Thanks for clearing that one up.
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