Botanical conservatories inspire awe and appreciation for the natural world through immersive living plant displays. They are a feast for the senses—where visitors can experience the sound of cascading waterfalls amid lush, fragrant exotic plants from around the world, all housed within soaring glass and steel architecture. Throughout history, conservatories have sparked fascination and wonder, captivating everyone from gardeners and academics to royal patrons of plant exploration. The Caine Conservatory at High Point University carries this botanical legacy forward, creating a new tropical oasis for campus and the surrounding Triad community.
As part of the Wanek School of Natural Sciences, the Caine Conservatory serves as a hub for interdisciplinary, experiential learning while offering a tranquil retreat for the campus community. As the crown jewel of the Mariana H. Qubein Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, this Georgian-inspired structure encompasses 15,000 square feet beneath a stunning 60-foot glass roof. It has expanded plant diversity on campus with hundreds of new specimens from tropical, subtropical, and arid environments. The Conservatory features a main tropical display house, a working production greenhouse, an arid plants greenhouse, a classroom, and The Butterfly Café.
This remarkable space was made possible by the generosity of Donald R. and Teresa B. Caine. Their support ensures that High Point University’s campus landscape and academic programs will continue to flourish for years to come.
Dr. Jason D. Lattier | Director of the Caine Conservatory
One University Parkway, High Point, NC 27268
Office: WSNS 351