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Celebrate National Orchid Day with this family program! Join us for Orchid Family Day at our 30th annual joint orchid exhibition, “More Than a Flower: The Connective Power of Orchids,” in collaboration with Smithsonian Gardens and the National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC). Whether you’re a curious individual or a family seeking hands-on fun, Orchid Family Day welcomes visitors of all ages to explore, learn, and celebrate together. Enjoy a variety of activities designed for all ages exploring this captivating plant family and discover the many ways orchids connect us with nature and each other.
Activity Highlights:
* Connect with the sights, sounds, and smells of the exhibition through a morning meditation
* Create a flower collage and contribute to a blossoming community art wall with NMAAHC Kids
* Take part in a hands-on art activity with Smithsonian Gardens and learn about orchid care at the Discovery Station
Design your own flower crown inspired by Lucille Caines’ Orchid Hat
* Explore the exhibition with an orchid-themed scavenger hunt
* Stop by our activity stations to learn about the important work done by the experts from the United States Botanic Garden and the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center
Please note: This program is offered in partnership with Smithsonian Gardens and the “More than a Flower: The Connective Power of Orchids” exhibition on display at the National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC).
Free timed-entry passes are required to enter the National Museum of African American History and Culture for this program. Registering for this program functions as your timed-entry pass.
Intended Audience: Families
Saturday, April 18, 2026
11:00 AM to 3:00 PM Eastern
Location: National Museum of African American History and Culture 2nd Floor + 4th Floor Panoramic Overlook
FREE: Pre-registration required. Register at https://tickets.si.edu/nmaahc/events/019d4f83-cae2-b530-8677-63133dd2e557
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Event Venue
Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture, 1400 Constitution Ave NW,Washington D.C., Washington, United States
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