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Exploring Ethnobotany and our Relationships with Plants

Type: Presentation

Description:
Ethnobotany is the study of the relationship between plants and people and there is nowhere better to explore than in MSU’s own Botanical Garden! This tour is designed to get you thinking about your own relationship with plants from your chemical dependency on coffee every morning to hating the smell of boiled brussels sprouts!

Presented by:

  • Maeve Bassett, Education Program Director, Beal Botanical Garden, MSU

Ages: High school age, Over 21 years only

Scientific Disciplines:

  • Plant and Animal Sciences
  • Science Education
  • Social Science
  • Tours and Open Houses 29
  • STEAM Expo Days 120

For more information:

Read more about Exploring Ethnobotany and our Relationships with Plants (external site)

Times and Locations

  • Date/Time: 4/2/2023 1:00 - 1:45 PM

    Location: Beal Botanical Garden Beal Pond & Shed

    Preregistration required: Due to limited space, attendees must register in advance. Sign up for free at our partner site.

  • Date/Time: 4/2/2023 2:00 - 2:45 PM

    Location: Beal Botanical Garden Beal Pond & Shed

    Preregistration required: Due to limited space, attendees must register in advance. Sign up for free at our partner site.

  • Date/Time: 4/2/2023 3:00 - 3:45 PM

    Location: Beal Botanical Garden Beal Pond & Shed

    Preregistration required: Due to limited space, attendees must register in advance. Sign up for free at our partner site.

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