Discovery Station: Orchids

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Saturday, April 11, 2026, 10 am – 4 pm Stop by the Smithsonian Gardens Discovery Station and explore the connective power of orchids! Take a closer look at the amazing traits that orchids share, uncover the history of vanilla, and get inspired by the Smithsonian Gardens' orchid collection.Our knowledgeable volunteers are happy to answer your orchid care questions. Find the Discovery Station in the exhibition during the following times through April 26, 2026. Mondays: 14 p.m. TuesdaysSundays: 10 a.m. 4p.m. Programs are subject to volunteer availability; last-minute cancellations may occur. Notes: Free timed-entry passes are required to enter the National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) for this program. Be sure to reserve your entry pass here: https://tickets.si.edu/nmaahc/events/4561cfa0-226f-6a98-2228-1b72ec70494f Advance timed-entry passes are released 30 days in advance on a rolling basis.Same-day timed-entry passes are available daily at the entrance. See NMAAHC staff for assistance. Sponsor: Smithsonian Gardens Venue: African American History and Culture Museum Event Location: L2 in the More than a Flower: The Connective Power of Orchids Exhibition Cost: Free Categories: Gallery Talks & Tours, Kids & Families Related Exhibition: More than a Flower: The Connective Power of Orchids Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible