Tour with John Trager: Inside the Desert Conservatory (November 12, 2026)

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Member-Exclusive Event: Thursday, November 12, 5:00-6:00 PM
Tour with John Trager: Inside the Desert Conservatory

Tour Highlights
Join John Trager, curator of the Desert Garden & Collections, for a SCHS members-only tour of The Huntington’s newly renovated Desert Conservatory. Take a look at the succulents now growing there and hear what went into bringing portions of the Desert Collections back into this space.

John has worked at The Huntington since 1983. This small-group tour is a chance to hear his stories, ask questions, and learn about the collection from someone who has helped care for it for more than four decades.

Bring a picnic and stay for the evening talk!
After the tour, enjoy a brown bag picnic outdoors at Banta Hall from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m., before John’s presentation, “Horticultural Happenings in the Huntington’s Desert Garden,” which is open to all.

Date: Thursday, November 12, 2026, from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Location: 1151 Oxford Rd, San Marino, CA 91108
Meeting Point: The Huntington’s main visitor entrance
Parking: West Lot. Mention the SCHS event when arriving for parking and entry. Map will be shared in confirmation email.
Tour Duration: One hour
Group Size: Limited to 15 SCHS members (first come, first served)
Suggested Donation: $30 will help us offset the costs associated with holding our meeting at the Huntington.
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Tour registration is required and is exclusive to SCHS members.
Inquiries, please contact caronson.schs@gmail.com or Carol at 818-746-7866

Photo Credits: Headshot photo courtesy of John Trager. Plant photos courtesy of Carol Aronson and Marie Astrid Gonzalez.

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Tour with John Trager: Inside the Desert Conservatory (November 12, 2026)