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The Orchid Society of Western Pennsylvania was organized in 1954 and formed to advance the propagation, horticulture and preservation of orchid species and hybrids. We are a member of the American Orchid Society, the Orchid Digest Corporation and the National Capital Judging Center.
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Phipps Orchid Volunteer Sign-up
Good news! Phipps got another AOS award at the Paph Forum in DC!
Meeting Schedule 2026
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January 18, 2026 – Spartan Center
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February 15, 2026 – Spartan Center
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March 15, 2026 – Spartan Center
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April 11 & 12, 2026 – Spring Show, Crown Plaza Suites
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May 17, 2026 – Spartan Center
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June 14, 2026 – Spartan Center (2nd Sunday due to Father's Day)
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August 2, 2026 – OSWP Summer Picnic, Ohio Township Nature Center
The Barbara Tisherman Slipper Orchid Collection at Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens in Pittsburgh, PA, established in 2012 is continually growing to be a Living Museum of Slipper Orchids.









