Cheyenne Botanic Gardens annual Glass Art Show

What is there to do in Cheyenne during the cold winter months?

Currently, a rainbow of glass artwork is displayed on the second floor of the Cheyenne Botanic Gardens. This year marks the 39th anniversary of the event. According to the Wyoming Tribune Eagle newspaper, this is Wyoming's largest glass show.

Each year, my sister and I go on an annual pilgrimage downtown to visit the dazzling display of stained glass. Life is quieter this time of year; and viewing the beautiful items breaks up the routine until Spring arrives with warmer weather and outdoor activities.

Of course, it's stunning to see the show in person. If you can make it over to the Cheyenne Botanic Gardens, 710 S. Lions Park Drive, to view the display, it's well worth it. Attendance is free and the show runs until April 2, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

What keeps you occupied during the winter months? 

Of course, we took a spin through the Shane Smith Grand Conservatory, too. The plants are amazing, and we love those colorful goldfish swimming in their pond. 

Fish, fairies and the Cheyenne Botanic Gardens

 

At the Cheyenne Botanic Gardens the other day, my sister Shauna and I managed to arrive in time to feed the fish! 

We were given tiny pellets of food by one of the workers and were told to toss them into the pond for the fish, and also on the bare rocks for the turtles. The turtles were hiding right then, but the fish were definitely hungry and they scooped up the pellets with their fishy lips.

What is your favorite part of visiting the botanic gardens? 

We also found some fairies hiding amongst the flora and fauna, 

see if you can find them in the photos below. 

The elephants aren't difficult to find--they are standing by the banana trees, reaching for a treat. 

Last but not least, are the lovely water features that can be found beneath the dome.