Host: LSU Hilltop Arboretum

Location: LSU Hilltop Arboretum, 11855 Highland Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70810

Fall Flower Pressing: A Two-Part Botanical Workshop

With botanical artist Connie McLeod

Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 p.m.
Saturday, November 7, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 p.m.

Celebrate the beauty and color of fall through the art of botanical pressing. During the first session, participants will forage for flowers and foliage in Hilltop’s meadow, which will be blooming with swamp sunflowers, goldenrod, blue mistflower, and ironweed—a lovely palette of yellows, blues, and purples.

Connie will demonstrate how to select plant material and assemble a traditional flower press so participants can preserve their collected specimens. During the second session, participants will return with their dried materials and learn how to arrange and mount them to create a finished botanical artwork suitable for framing or gifting.

All materials will be provided, and no prior experience is necessary. Registration includes both sessions; participants should plan to attend both dates.

Cost: $60 Hilltop Members / $75 General Public

Space is limited, and advance registration is required.