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Science in the Gardens

Learn more about pollinator-friendly plants, butterflies, and get hands-on with STEAM activities at the MSU Horticulture Gardens April 29!


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    Butterflies in the Garden

    Saturday, April 29, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM at MSU Horticulture Gardens Butterfly Flight House

    Appropriate for: Elementary school age, Middle school age, High school age, Over 21 years only

    See butterflies up close at the MSU Horticulture Gardens Indoor 4-H Children's Garden!

    Learn more about Butterflies in the Garden

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    • Tours and Open Houses 28


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    Getting to the Root of Botany: Behind the Scenes in the MSU Herbarium

    Saturday, April 29, 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM at Plant Biology Laboratories Room 166

    Appropriate for: Kindergarten and Pre-K, Middle school age, High school age, Over 21 years only

    Join us in the MSU Herbarium and Plant Biology Teaching Conservatory for behind-the-scenes tours and activities that bring the story of a museum specimen to life. This is a first-hand opportunity to experience how an Herbarium stewards knowledge about plant biodiversity. From a living plant to a preserved one, learn about what herbarium specimens are, where they come from, and some of the unique ways they’re used by researchers right here at MSU.

    Learn more about Getting to the Root of Botany: Behind the Scenes in the MSU Herbarium

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    • Tours and Open Houses 28


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    Plant Science Exploration!

    Saturday, April 29, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM at MSU Horticulture Gardens

    Appropriate for: Elementary school age, Middle school age, High school age, Over 21 years only

    Meet researchers in the plant sciences, plant a pollinator garden, and get hands-on at Science in the Gardens!

    Learn more about Plant Science Exploration!

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