Regina Floral Conservatory uses concert series to bring in new visitors

(Mick Favel/CTV News)

The Regina Floral Conservatory was filled to capacity as two local musicians performed for those in attendance.

Concerts at the Conservatory is a new program intended to add music to the unique scenery, as well as bring in new visitors to the conservatory.

Ron Sharpe is the president of the Regina Garden Associates. He said the concert program is a way to let people know about the conservatory and what it has to offer.

“We are known as the hidden gem, and we don’t want to be not so hidden anymore. That’s why we would like the public to come in and see what we are all about,” said Sharpe.

The Regina Floral Conservatory has operated as a volunteer-based non-profit organization for more than 35 years.

The space is home to Regina’s premier indoor garden display and is open seven days a week, from September to June.

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In November, the conservatory shared on its social media that it may be impacted by City of Regina budget cuts.

“The Regina Floral Conservatory provides a great service to the city,” the post said.

Mariana Hinojosa Centella is the vice-president of the Regina Garden Associates. She said since the announcement, there has been a strong support from the Regina community, as well as different levels of government.

“This is a true gem I hope we can preserve. We have a lot of gratitude to everybody that helped us to continue being here,” said Hinojosa Centella.

Ed Rodger and Doug Thorseth were the performers for the concert series, playing duet guitars.

Rodger said supporting local places and people is important.

“It gives musicians a chance to get some exposure, and to play in public and to have people hear them. Watch for the Sunday announcements and who is [performing],” said Rodger.

The next concert at the conservatory is scheduled for Jan 25, 2026.