In partnership with the Vancouver Orchid Society, the Bloedel Conservatory presents its bi-annual Rare & Exotic Orchid Display beginning Thursday, January 26 through Monday, February 6, 2012!

Did you know that orchid blossoms can be found in every imaginable colour except true black? There will be a spectacular array of many of these vivid colours and exotic shapes to brighten your day at the Conservatory! Members of the VOS will be on hand from 11am to 3pm everyday to answer questions on growing, repotting, and identification of these amazing plants. They will also discuss Canada's native orchids - over 2 dozen of which grow right here in BC! FREE Tours will be conducted daily at 11am, 12 noon, and 2pm. Learn a little, see a lot, but don't miss this fantastic exhibit! Regular admission applies - a great deal for the whole family!

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We are still currently in the process of uniting with the VanDusen Botanical Garden Association to help manage and operate the Conservatory.

The synergy between Friends of the Bloedel (soon to be the VBGA Bloedel Committee), the VanDusen Botanical Garden, the Vancouver Park Board and the shared vision of horticultural and curatorial excellence needs to be nurtured and protected. This coming year will bring us many challenges as we continue to work to enhance and reinvigorate the Bloedel Conservatory. With continued support from citizens of Vancouver, British Columbia and beyond, the next phrase of our efforts are sure to succeed!

Our Goals will remain the same :

1. To fundraise in support of the Bloedel Conservatory.
2. To provide marketing and public relations.
3. To improve revenue streams.
4. To develop and provide public programming and education.
5. To protect the legal interests.
6. To provide similar or related services as recommended by our membership and executive.

Thank you all for your unwavering support!