Sculpture

**Mosaic Art Workshop Barcelona** is an immersive experience for art lovers that combines history, creativity, and hands-on learning next to one of Barcelona’s most magical art\*\*.\*\* Led by friendly **local artists**, this activity is designed for all levels-no previus experience required. In our **Mosaic Art Workshop Barcelona**, we explain the basic techniques, show you the tools and materials, and guide you step by step so you never feel lost. Our teachers are by your side the whole time—encouraging you to craft a mosaic that reflects your personal style. By the end, you’ll take home an **authentic handmade souvenir from Barcelona.** Available on starting times: 10am, 11am and 12am. This **mosaic workshop Barcelona** is the perfect complement to our [Gaudí Free Walking Tour](https://tourmeout.com/activity/gaudi-free-walking-tour/) or [Barcelona Tapas Tour](https://tourmeout.com/activity/barcelona-tapas-tour/), ideal for art and culture lovers who want to live the city beyond the usual. We will meet at “Carmela,” the statue of a girl located next to the entrance of the Palau de la Música Catalana. **How the experience flows** 1. **Hands-on class:** welcome drink (wine or water), technique demo, and creation of your own mosaic with individual guidance. 2. **Wrap-up:** photos and your finished mosaic to take home. This **mosaic workshop** **Barcelona** pairs perfectly with our architecture and culture activities—an inspiring way to live the city through ##### What is included in the activity? \- Mosaic art class with a specialized teacher \- Tools and materials for your Barcelona mosaic workshop \- Step\-by\-step guided explanation \- Breakfast\, coffee or Tea \- Your finished mosaic as a unique Barcelona souvenir

**Disfruta de dos horas dibujando en un ambiente relajado, enfocado y acogedor.** No se requiere experiencia previa — **todos los niveles son bienvenidos**. Este es un **espacio de práctica, no una clase**: ven a dibujar, observar y compartir la sala con otros artistas. 🧍‍♀️ **El modelo en vivo estará presente una vez alcanzado el mínimo de 4 participantes confirmados.** 🖊 El precio incluye: – Acceso al espacio – Materiales básicos de dibujo (lápices, goma, papel y tablas de madera) – Pausa de 15 minutos – Una acogedora comunidad de artistas 💰 **Confirmado — 10€** *(confirmación hasta **48h antes del inicio** de la sesión)* 💰 **Entrada libre — 15€** 👉 Una vez confirmes tu asistencia, revisa tus mensajes: recibirás allí la información para realizar el pago. 🔸 **Sesión con modelo en vivo:** Se realizará a partir de **4 participantes confirmados**. 🔸 **Si hay menos de 4 confirmaciones:** La sesión continúa como **práctica de dibujo compartida**, dibujando **entre participantes y los objetos del espacio**, utilizando observación directa, imaginación y ejercicios auto-posados. El encuentro sigue adelante en cualquier caso. **ENGLISH** Spend two hours drawing in a relaxed, focused, and welcoming environment. No previous experience is needed — all levels are welcome. **Beginner friendly.** This is a **practice space**, not a class: come **to draw, observe, and share the room with other artists.** 🧍‍♀️ **A live model** will be present once a **minimum of 4 participants are confirmed.** 🖊 Price includes: – Access to the space – Basic drawing materials (pencils, eraser, A3 paper and wooden board for support) – A 15-minute break – A friendly community of artists **💰 Confirmed — 10€** (confirmation up to **48 hours before the session** starts) **💰 Drop-in — 15€** 👉 Once you confirm your attendance, **please check your messages** — you will receive the payment details there. 🔸 **Live model session:** Takes place with **4 confirmed participants**. 🔸 **If there are fewer than 4 confirmations:** The session continues as **shared drawing practice**, drawing **each other and the objects in the space**, using direct observation, imagination, and self-posed exercises. The session will go ahead in any case. **Session format (2 hours)** • 5 × 3-minute poses • 5 × 5-minute poses • 2 × 10-minute poses — 15-minute break • 5 × 3-minute poses • 2 × 15-minute poses

**Do you want to learn how to draw a person? Express emotions in your art? Than this course is just right for you! Even with no previous experience!** We invite you to our figure drawing course. Learn the human anatomy and create realistic and detailed sketches and drawings. You will learn body proportions, draw portraits as well as improve your general drawing skills. This course is perfect for you whether you are experienced or starting from zero. **What's waiting for you:** * Friendly and inspiring Draw Planet atmosphere * With us you will learn quickly and make great progress * All top quality art supplies are always provided for free * Nice professional lecturers and effective programs What to bring with you? Nothing 🙂 All the materials and supplies are always provided to you for free at Draw Planet! 🎟 The price of the trial class is 29 €. This price includes all materials and a full 2 hours art class in the studio. **Register here:** https://drawplanet.es/en/curso/figure-drawing-portrait-course/ 📍 Classes take place in our studio in the Poblenou neighbourhood (el Poblenou, c/ Pere IV, 192). **Do not put it off any longer, sign up now and start creating with us in Barcelona!**

Haz **una pausa de las pantallas y únete a 2 horas de vida en el momento.** Durante dos horas, te invitamos a dejar de lado teléfonos, laptops y tablets, y **reconectar con placeres analógicos: leer, dibujar, escribir en un diario,** **jugar al ajedrez o simplemente disfrutar de una conversación tranquila.** Trae tu cuaderno o simplemente tu curiosidad. Este es un **encuentro sin pantallas**, pensado para desacelerar el tiempo, inspirar la creatividad y compartir un momento de la **vida en el momento** 🕕 Todos los Martes: 18:30–20:30h **Take a break from screens and join us for two hours of living in the moment.** For two hours, we invite you to put aside your phones, laptops and tablets, and **reconnect with analogue pleasures: reading, drawing, writing in a journal, playing chess or simply enjoying a quiet conversation.** Bring your notebook or simply your curiosity. This is a **screen-free gathering, designed to slow down time,** inspire creativity and share a moment of living in the moment Every Tuesday: 18:30 - 20:30

Este taller es un espacio de aprendizaje y búsqueda creativa. La idea es acompañar procesos personales e ir aprendiendo técnica. Vemos obras de artistas. Un espacio para indaga en nuestro estilo personal. Materiales incluidos. 20 euros la clase/ 60 el mes

*Tome una bebida, busca un sitio y ponte a dibujar ✍️* **Sala de Artistas** es un espacio abierto para sentarse, compartir y dibujar en compañía. No es una clase ni un taller: **no hay estructura ni expectativas**. Trae tus propios materiales, elige un lugar y dibuja lo que te apetezca: a otras personas, el espacio, objetos o simplemente ideas sueltas. Abierto a todos los niveles Ven un rato o quédate más tiempo. El espacio existe igual. *Grab a drink, find a spot, and draw ✍️* **Artists’ Room** is an open space to sit, share, and draw together. It’s not a class or a workshop — **no structure, no expectations**. Bring your own materials, choose a seat, and draw whatever you feel like: each other, the space, objects, or just loose ideas on paper. Open to all levels Come for a while or stay longer. The room exists either way.

☀️ Eros Art Space Comunidad artística en crecimiento. Ofrecemos formaciones abiertas, para todos los ritmos y todas las edades. 🎨 Técnicas disponibles · Dibujo: grafito, carboncillo, conté, sanguina · Pintura: acuarela, óleo, acrílico, pastel · Técnicas mixtas: collage, monotipia y otras · Taller de arte infantil · Taller de pintura experimental 📚 Programas de participación · Mensual / trimestral: 2h o 4h semanales con seguimiento continuo · Pack libre: elige tus clases sin límite mensual · Clase suelta: ideal para probar o venir puntualmente 🕒 Horarios · Turno mañana: 12:00 – 14:00 · Turno tarde 1: 16:00 – 18:00 · Turno tarde 2: 18:00 – 20:00 👥 Cupo máximo: 10 personas, atención cercana y acompañamiento personalizado. Si quieres, dime qué técnica te interesa y si te encaja alguna sesión o modalidad (mensual, pack libre o clase suelta), y te cuento con más detalle ✨ **Plazas limitadas.** Reserva tu plaza al **650 927 591**

✨EL VERMUTEO DE MEDUSA - LIFE SCULPTING ✨ Espai Medusa and Divines Créatures are teaming up once again for this new edition of the Vermuteo, which has already become a classic of the studio. 🗿 What is it? A life-drawing sculpture session with a live model: 2 hours to enjoy art, a great atmosphere, and a vermouth with friends. Jeanine @guerreromeral will be our model, featuring 3 poses 🔥: 🕐 1 one-hour pose ⏱️ 2 poses of 30 minutes each 🎶 All set in a creative environment, with good music, materials included, and the perfect Sunday plan. 👩‍🎨 Open to all levels — no prior experience needed, just the desire to enjoy and create. 📍 Espai Medusa · Topazi 31 (Gràcia) 📅 Sunday, May 17 🕦 Starts at 11:30 a.m. 🎟️ Limited spots. Book now via @espaimedusa, @divines_creatures or @guerreromeral, and don’t miss out! ——————————————————- ✨ EL VERMUTEO DE MEDUSA - ESCULTURA DEL NATURAL ✨ Espai Medusa y Divines Créatures vuelven a unir fuerzas en esta nueva cita del Vermuteo que ya se ha convertido en un clásico del taller. 🗿 ¿Qué es?
Una sesión de escultura del natural con modelo en vivo: 2 horas para disfrutar del arte, el buen ambiente y un vermut entre amigxs. La Jeanine @guerreromeral será nuestro modelo, con 3 poses 🔥: 
🕐 1 de una hora 
⏱️ 2 de 30 minutos cada una 🎶 Todo en un entorno creativo, con buena música, materiales incluidos y un planazo de domingo. 👩‍🎨 Abierto a todos los niveles — no hace falta experiencia previa, solo ganas de disfrutar y crear. 📍 Espai Medusa · Topazi 31 (Gràcia)
 📅 Domingo 17 de mayo
 🕦 Empieza a las 11:30 h 🎟️ Plazas limitadas. Reserva ya a través de @espaimedusa, @divines_creatures o @guerreromeral, y no te quedes afuera!

**Mosaic Art Workshop Barcelona** is an immersive experience for art lovers that combines history, creativity, and hands-on learning next to one of Barcelona’s most magical art\*\*.\*\* Led by friendly **local artists**, this activity is designed for all levels-no previus experience required. In our **Mosaic Art Workshop Barcelona**, we explain the basic techniques, show you the tools and materials, and guide you step by step so you never feel lost. Our teachers are by your side the whole time—encouraging you to craft a mosaic that reflects your personal style. By the end, you’ll take home an **authentic handmade souvenir from Barcelona.** Available on starting times: 10am, 11am and 12am. This **mosaic workshop Barcelona** is the perfect complement to our [Gaudí Free Walking Tour](https://tourmeout.com/activity/gaudi-free-walking-tour/) or [Barcelona Tapas Tour](https://tourmeout.com/activity/barcelona-tapas-tour/), ideal for art and culture lovers who want to live the city beyond the usual. We will meet at “Carmela,” the statue of a girl located next to the entrance of the Palau de la Música Catalana. **How the experience flows** 1. **Hands-on class:** welcome drink (wine or water), technique demo, and creation of your own mosaic with individual guidance. 2. **Wrap-up:** photos and your finished mosaic to take home. This **mosaic workshop** **Barcelona** pairs perfectly with our architecture and culture activities—an inspiring way to live the city through ##### What is included in the activity? \- Mosaic art class with a specialized teacher \- Tools and materials for your Barcelona mosaic workshop \- Step\-by\-step guided explanation \- Breakfast\, coffee or Tea \- Your finished mosaic as a unique Barcelona souvenir

Looking for a cozy, creative space in Barcelona where you can slow down, make something with your hands, and meet kind, curious people? HUMAN Art Cafe is a warm, playful space created for people who want to reconnect with creativity, without pressure, without experience, without performance. This is not a traditional class. It’s guided free play. You’ll find: • Watercolors, acrylics, pastels, collage materials, charcoal • Gentle prompts if you need inspiration • A beautifully curated, calm atmosphere • Tea, coffee, music, and good conversation Come alone or bring a friend. You don’t need to “be artistic.” Just bring curiosity. What to expect: 1. Choose from our Art Menu 2. Get inspired 3. Create at your own pace Art Menu experiences are €15 or €20 (depending on the piece you choose). All materials are included. See you at the table

This is a FREE and chill event for those creatives looking for dedicated time to be creative and to form connections with others. From professionals to beginners, there are no requirements.. just good vibes and a wicked environment. The event will be held in my private flat/studio. We will meet at ARTiSA Cafe at 7:30p to get to know each other first.. then go to my studio to create together around 8pm. Please bring your own canvas/paper, brushes, and painting materials. I will have areas setup for you to work! Join my Whatsapp group to stay up to date with the latest: https://chat.whatsapp.com/H3oNhlbDjEGCCyccPGGgLX So far, I only speak English but all languages are welcome!

**Mosaic Art Workshop Barcelona** is an immersive experience for art lovers that combines history, creativity, and hands-on learning next to one of Barcelona’s most magical art\*\*.\*\* Led by friendly **local artists**, this activity is designed for all levels-no previus experience required. In our **Mosaic Art Workshop Barcelona**, we explain the basic techniques, show you the tools and materials, and guide you step by step so you never feel lost. Our teachers are by your side the whole time—encouraging you to craft a mosaic that reflects your personal style. By the end, you’ll take home an **authentic handmade souvenir from Barcelona.** Available on starting times: 10am, 11am and 12am. This **mosaic workshop Barcelona** is the perfect complement to our [Gaudí Free Walking Tour](https://tourmeout.com/activity/gaudi-free-walking-tour/) or [Barcelona Tapas Tour](https://tourmeout.com/activity/barcelona-tapas-tour/), ideal for art and culture lovers who want to live the city beyond the usual. We will meet at “Carmela,” the statue of a girl located next to the entrance of the Palau de la Música Catalana. **How the experience flows** 1. **Hands-on class:** welcome drink (wine or water), technique demo, and creation of your own mosaic with individual guidance. 2. **Wrap-up:** photos and your finished mosaic to take home. This **mosaic workshop** **Barcelona** pairs perfectly with our architecture and culture activities—an inspiring way to live the city through ##### What is included in the activity? \- Mosaic art class with a specialized teacher \- Tools and materials for your Barcelona mosaic workshop \- Step\-by\-step guided explanation \- Breakfast\, coffee or Tea \- Your finished mosaic as a unique Barcelona souvenir

**Mosaic Art Workshop Barcelona** is an immersive experience for art lovers that combines history, creativity, and hands-on learning next to one of Barcelona’s most magical art\*\*.\*\* Led by friendly **local artists**, this activity is designed for all levels-no previus experience required. In our **Mosaic Art Workshop Barcelona**, we explain the basic techniques, show you the tools and materials, and guide you step by step so you never feel lost. Our teachers are by your side the whole time—encouraging you to craft a mosaic that reflects your personal style. By the end, you’ll take home an **authentic handmade souvenir from Barcelona.** Available on starting times: 10am, 11am and 12am. This **mosaic workshop Barcelona** is the perfect complement to our [Gaudí Free Walking Tour](https://tourmeout.com/activity/gaudi-free-walking-tour/) or [Barcelona Tapas Tour](https://tourmeout.com/activity/barcelona-tapas-tour/), ideal for art and culture lovers who want to live the city beyond the usual. We will meet at “Carmela,” the statue of a girl located next to the entrance of the Palau de la Música Catalana. **How the experience flows** 1. **Hands-on class:** welcome drink (wine or water), technique demo, and creation of your own mosaic with individual guidance. 2. **Wrap-up:** photos and your finished mosaic to take home. This **mosaic workshop** **Barcelona** pairs perfectly with our architecture and culture activities—an inspiring way to live the city through ##### What is included in the activity? \- Mosaic art class with a specialized teacher \- Tools and materials for your Barcelona mosaic workshop \- Step\-by\-step guided explanation \- Breakfast\, coffee or Tea \- Your finished mosaic as a unique Barcelona souvenir

### Taller de Arte 3D (Anamórfico) Después de explorar distintas formas de intervenir el espacio, abrimos este taller como una introducción práctica al arte 3D anamórfico: una forma de pintura que transforma superficies planas en ilusiones ópticas tridimensionales. Un espacio para entender, paso a paso, cómo se construyen estos efectos y cómo hacer que una imagen cobre volumen desde un punto de vista preciso. *** ### ¿Qué aprenderás? * Fundamentos del arte 3D anamórfico * Perspectiva y construcción del punto de vista * Encaje y deformación de la imagen * Volumen, luz y color * Cómo leer y optimizar el efecto desde cámara *** ### 🛠 Cómo se trabaja El taller combina explicación, práctica y acompañamiento continuo: * Introducción teórica + demostración * Ejercicios guiados paso a paso * Aplicación sobre muro o soporte * Corrección directa durante el proceso *** ### 🧱 Estructura * **Duración:** 2 días (3 horas cada día) **Día 1** Base, perspectiva y diseño **Día 2** Aplicación, volumen y acabado *** ### 👥 Dirigido a Personas con o sin experiencia, así como creativos que quieran comprender cómo construir este tipo de efectos visuales desde la práctica. *** ### 📅 Información práctica 📍 La Clandestina 🗓 15 de mayo (17:00–20:00) y 16 de mayo (10:00–13:00) de 2026 👥 Grupo reducido 🎨 Materiales incluidos 🗣 Idioma: español (posibilidad en inglés bajo solicitud) *** ### 💸 Precio * 150 € * **Early bird:** 130 € (primeras 4 plazas) Reserva tu plaza completando el formulario. La inscripción queda confirmada una vez realizado el pago. *** ### 🔗 Inscripción * Más información: [https://juandresvera.com/colaboraciones](https://juandresvera.com/colaboraciones) * Formulario: [https://juandresvera.com/formulario-taller](https://juandresvera.com/formulario-taller) *** ### ⚠ Política de cancelación * Cancelación gratuita hasta 5 días antes del inicio del taller * Después no hay devolución, pero puedes cambiar tu plaza a otra fecha (según disponibilidad) *** ### Imparte [Juandrés Vera](https://juandresvera.com/colaboraciones) – Artista visual urbano internacional reconocido como uno de los referentes en el arte 3D anamórfico y la pintura mural 3D. Su obra combina el realismo técnico con narrativas simbólicas que exploran tensiones entre religión, poder, economía, naturaleza y memoria. Autodidacta en el dibujo desde la infancia, estudió Artes Visuales con especialización en Artes Audiovisuales en la UANL (Monterrey). Sus primeras series se inspiraron en el transporte urbano, la filosofía y la religión, revelando desde el inicio su interés por lo cotidiano como metáfora de lo histórico. A lo largo de su trayectoria ha pintado sobre muros, pavimentos y soportes no convencionales como vinil antiderrapante o paneles de concreto. Estas superficies se convierten en parte de su discurso, reforzando la idea de un arte urbano que dialoga con el espacio y con el público. Sus obras transforman objetos simples —un huevo, un billete, un barco de papel, un muro roto— en símbolos de significado universal: migración, fragilidad, renacimiento o corrupción. Con una trayectoria internacional en más de veinte países, ha participado en festivales y exposiciones en México, España, Alemania, Reino Unido, Tailandia, Dubái y Estados Unidos, entre otros. En 2013 dirigió en los Países Bajos una pintura anamórfica de 140 metros que obtuvo un Guinness World Record. En sus proyectos recientes, Vera entrelaza lo personal y lo colectivo: la memoria del exilio, la experiencia de la pérdida de un ser querido y el nacimiento de otro, y la constante tensión entre naturaleza y ciudad. Su serie *Road to Nowhere* imagina un mundo donde la naturaleza recupera lentamente lo urbano, mientras que obras como *Memoria Viva* o *The Shipment* plantean el mural como un espacio donde lo efímero y lo monumental se encuentran. Para Juandrés Vera, la pintura es un espejo de contradicciones: un arte que provoca reflexión y contemplación, nacido del caos vital y organizado en imágenes cargadas de sentido.

### Goblin Mayhem in May \| One Free Goblin Mini Event Embrace the chaos this May with **Goblin Mayhem** at The Arcane Foundry. Join us for a paint and sip experience where you’ll receive a free goblin miniature and dive into one of the most unpredictable and mischievous factions in Warhammer Fantasy and The Old World. Whether you’re new to painting or a seasoned hobbyist, this event is all about fun, creativity, and a little bit of madness. Learn how to paint vibrant greens, tattered clothing, and grimy details while exploring the lore and playstyle of goblins. From sneaky ambushers to reckless hordes, you’ll discover what makes these creatures both hilarious and dangerous on the battlefield. All supplies are provided, space is limited, and things are bound to get a little out of control.

Want to see your work shine and put your pride on display? Then come to July's Creativity Circle! We will be making simple Suncatchers with tissue paper! Seats and supplies limited! Come while you can for as long as you like! Westerville Public Library in Meeting Room D.

### **June Necromancer’s Awakening \| Free Undead Mini Event** Step into the grave this June with Necromancer’s Awakening at The Arcane Foundry. Join us for a paint and sip experience where you’ll receive a free undead miniature and explore the dark forces of necromancy in Warhammer Fantasy and The Old World. Whether you’re new to the hobby or a seasoned painter, this event invites you to raise something from the dead and make it your own. Learn techniques for painting bone, decay, ghostly effects, and weathered armor while diving into the lore and battlefield role of undead factions. From shambling skeletons to cursed revenants, you’ll bring a lifeless model to unholy existence. All supplies are provided, space is limited, and the dead are waiting to rise.

Main Library, Meeting Room 2B Join us for a welcoming evening of reflection, gentle music, and meaningful conversation. We’ll begin with a short grounding moment, followed by a brief reading from spiritual or philosophical traditions, and an open reflection circle where participants can share (or simply listen). Libera Animae is an interfaith community focused on inner growth, creativity, and authentic connection. All backgrounds are welcome.

NFT's are here to stay folks! This is a group for like minded people interested in understanding, leveraging, using, creating for, profiting from, trading too i suppose, NFT's.. everything around them, complexity, fear and exploits, best practices and more. **PLUS** This group will talk AI ART tools, techniques, artists, video, audio, prototypes and more in the AI assisted production space- ART specifically, but we can get into any aspect of some of the cooler things happening in AI in general.

**History** The [Franklin Park Conservatory](https://www.fpconservatory.org/)’s roots trace back to 1852 when the Franklin County Agricultural Society purchased 88 acres of land to host the Ohio State Fair. After the fair moved to its permanent home, the city of Columbus transformed the grounds into Franklin Park in 1884. This transition shifted the space from a temporary event site to a dedicated public green space for the growing community. The park became a central hub for outdoor recreation and early civic gatherings in the neighborhood. In 1895, the landmark Victorian-style Palm House opened its doors, drawing heavy inspiration from the Glass Palace of the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago. This iron and glass structure became an immediate icon, housing exotic plants that residents would otherwise never see in the Midwest. It remains the oldest part of the facility and serves as a primary link to the conservatory’s 19th-century origins. For decades, it stood as a singular testament to grand horticultural architecture in Central Ohio. A major turning point arrived in 1992 when Columbus hosted AmeriFlora '92, an international horticultural exhibition. This massive event prompted a $16 million renovation and expansion, adding significantly more greenhouse space and the Dorothy M. Davis Showhouse. The festival put the conservatory on the international map and fundamentally changed its scale and ambition. Following the event, the facility transitioned from a city-run park to a private, non-profit organization. In 2003, the conservatory’s identity was further defined through a long-term partnership with world-renowned glass artist Dale Chihuly. After a successful exhibition, the Friends of the Conservatory purchased most of the glass installations, creating the largest permanent collection of Chihuly’s work in a botanical setting. These vibrant glass sculptures are now woven throughout the biomes, blending art with nature. This addition helped cement the conservatory as a premier cultural destination rather than just a botanical garden. Recent years have seen the site expand beyond the glass walls to emphasize community engagement and outdoor education. The 2018 opening of the Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation Children’s Garden added two acres of interactive landscape designed for hands-on learning. The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company Community Garden Campus also provides local residents with space to grow their own food and learn sustainable practices. Today, the conservatory balances its historic Victorian charm with modern commitments to local ecology and the Columbus community. **Maps of the Conservatory** Here is the [main map](https://www.fpconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/franklin-park-zones-scaled.jpg) of the Conservatory grounds. Here's a [map of the areas](https://www.fpconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/ConstructionMap-2026.jpg) in which the Conservatory has ongoing construction (see below). **Summary** For this event, we'll explore Columbus's highly-rated and very popular Conservatory. As mentioned above, the Conservatory is doing renovations on parts of the facility. These renovations are scheduled to be ongoing until the Fall of next year. Basically, no matter when you go to the Conservatory over the next 18 months, you're going to see some metaphorical orange barrels. So let's just go now. **Tickets and pricing** On the first Sunday of every month, the Conservatory is free for residents of Franklin County and the city of Columbus. You must bring an ID to receive this discount. (Yes, they do check.) Otherwise, tickets are $25.20. Members of the Columbus Zoo (of which I am one) do get a discount on tickets, though I have never actually bought a ticket to the Conservatory (I've always gone on free days). I believe the discount is $4. Parking is always free. If you have additional questions about pricing or whether and for what you qualify, you can reach the Conservatory at 614-715-8000. **Where we'll meet** We will meet just outside the main entrance. I guarantee there's going to be a line. The Conservatory is always popular on free days, and especially in nice weather. **Your GPS is stupid!** Be careful simply typing "Franklin Park Conservatory" in your GPS and going where it tells you. The only way to access the parking lot to the Conservatory is off of Broad Street. Unfortunately, since Google Maps is unable to find its way out of a wet paper bag, it has a tendency to want to take people to a mythical, non-existent Conservatory entrance on Nelson Road. If your GPS does this, just drive to the north side of the Conservatory along Broad Street. Your GPS should then redirect you to the main Conservatory entrance. If your GPS doesn't, then throw your phone away\* and look for the big Conservatory sign on the south side of Broad Street between Nelson Road and Franklin Park West. You also should be able to use the map pin I've provided, below, and it should properly direct you to where you need to drive. \* Don't really do this. **After the event** After stopping to smell the roses, for those that are interested, we'll head to the nearby [Columbus Brewing Company Beer Hall](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/) for [drinks](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/#draft-list) and [lunch](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/#food-menu). The Beer Hall's actual address is [200 Kelton Ave, Columbus, OH 43205](https://www.google.com/maps/place/200+Kelton+Ave,+Columbus,+OH+43205/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x883889a94ac4acad:0xadb2e60240dbc38b?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111) (it's literally just on the south side of the Conservatory). Be sure this is where your GPS is taking you when you use it, as the Brewing Company has a taproom on Harrison Avenue that is *not* what you want for this event. We should be at the Beer Hall by 1 if you can't make the Conservatory and just want to join us for drinks.