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Science of Plants | Stockmen’s Park
May 21, 2022 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
The Science of Plants features an amazing collection of activities, partner organizations, and rare plants that will blow your mind.
Have you ever heard of plants making music?
Have you seen plants that pretend to be rocks, eat insects, or play dead?
Want to meet a plant scientist or master gardener?
Want to start your personal vegetable garden at the event?
Yup, we will have all the above and more! This is your chance to see and explore the world of plants in person! Meet expert botanists and gardeners. Explore tree rings, strange seeds, and art with plants. Learn about plant anatomy, plant cells, and photosynthesis. With a range of activities and concepts, there will be something for everyone.
Activities (Scheduled)*
| Plant Breakdown What Do We Eat? What Seed is This? Observing Plant Cells Sound of Plants Chlorophyll Painting Tree Ring Age Estimate Leaf Rubbing with Crayons (ages 7 & under) |
Measuring Photosynthesis (ages 12 & over) Start a Bush Bean Plant Explore Carnivorous Plants Home Garden Resources Climate Change and Plants Finding Pollinators Plants at the Library |
Special Presentation (12:30-1 pm)*
Amazing Plant Adaptations
