HPU Invites Community to Enjoy “The Splendor of Orchids: Mother Nature’s Palette”
HIGH POINT, N.C., May 5, 2026 – High Point University invites community members to celebrate Mother’s Day weekend surrounded by the beauty of “The Splendor of Orchids: Mother Nature’s Palette” in the lobby of the Wanek School of Natural Sciences. This free event provides the public with a rare opportunity to see award-winning orchids up close.
HPU will host this nationally accredited and judged show by the Triad Orchid Society for a third consecutive year on Friday, May 8 through Sunday, May 10. Experience the incredible diversity, color and form of one of the world’s most fascinating plants. This vibrant exhibition will feature stunning displays from East Coast orchid societies to showcase the dazzling diversity of one of the largest plant families on Earth — with more than 25,000 species.
Hours for “The Splendor of Orchids” are 1-5 p.m. on May 8; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on May 9; and 1-4 p.m. on May 10.
“Orchids have long captivated even casual plant enthusiasts with their remarkable adaptations, intricate relationships with insects and, of course, their out-of-this-world blooms,” said Dr. Jason Lattier, director of the Caine Conservatory. “We’re excited to invite the public into the Wanek School of Natural Sciences — the heart of our campus STEM community — to experience the splendor of orchids.”
This show is perfect for orchid enthusiasts, casual admirers or community members looking for a fun and educational outing over Mother’s Day Weekend. In addition to elaborate orchid displays and stunning arrangements from orchid societies, the event will include:
- Educational opportunities to learn about tropical plants
- Orchid workshops for enthusiasts and beginners
- A kid-friendly coloring corner to design your own orchid masterpiece
The complimentary event is presented by The Triad Orchid Society, the Caine Conservatory, the Mariana H. Qubein Arboretum and Botanical Gardens at HPU, and the Wanek School of Natural Sciences.