Friends of the Domes Announces Fall Events at the Mitchell Park Domes

Milwaukee, Wis., August 10, 2023 – Friends of the Domes is pleased to announce an exciting lineup of fall events at the Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory (The Domes).

Annual Educational Symposium: The Friends of the Domes’ Second Annual Symposium will focus on safe water challenges facing the State of Wisconsin. Speakers include media personality and gardening expert, Melinda Myers, along with thought leaders from Midwest Environmental Advocates, Sweet Water and Milwaukee Riverkeeper. Multiple educational sessions along with a reception are included with admissions.

• When: Thursday, September 14, 2023, 3:00-6:30 P.M.

• Where: Mitchell Park Domes and Greenhouse

• Tickets: $18-$22 (scholarships available)

• Learn More and Register: Friends Educational Symposium Registration

Wisconsin Orchid Society Show and Sale: Now in its 42nd year, the Wisconsin Orchid Society Show, Fall in Love with Orchids, will return to the lobby of The Domes. In addition to the many orchids on display, the event includes educational demonstrations about the conservation and care of orchids.

• When: Saturday, September 16, 2023, 9:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M. and Sunday, September 17, 2023, 9:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.

• Where: Mitchell Park Domes

• Tickets: Included with Domes admission; Free to Friends of the Domes members

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Grooving Under Glass: Grooving Under Glass is an event for adults 21 and older featuring The BriTins, a Beatles tribute band, as well as cocktails and other local musicians. Food available for purchase courtesy of Uncle Wolfie’s Breakfast Tavern. Tickets include access to all three domes and one drink ticket.

• When: Thursday, September 28, 2023, 6:00-9:00 P.M.

• Where: Mitchell Park Domes

• Tickets: $25-$30

• Learn More and Register: Grooving Under Glass Registration

Día De Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Celebration: The Domes will once again host a community celebration in honor of the Día de los Muertos holiday. The event includes local food vendors, artists, music and dance performances.

• When: Friday, October 27, 2023, 6:00-9:00 P.M.

• Where: Mitchell Park Domes and Greenhouse

• Tickets: $13-$16

• Learn More and Register: Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Celebration

About Friends of the Domes: The Friends of the Domes’ mission is to promote and support the Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory (The Domes) and surrounding park by creating and enhancing the visitor experience of this globally significant urban destination. Incorporated in 1989, Friends of the Domes provides educational and membership programming, retail services, funds for facility and plant enhancements, and volunteer recruitment and management in support of the Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory. Learn more: www.MilwaukeeDomes.org

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