Expert Is In: Rain Gardens (On-site Drop-in Program)

Schedule

Fri May 01 2026 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

U.S. Botanic Garden | Washington, DC

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Interested in learning how plants can prevent flooding? Drop by the Terrace in front of the Conservatory to talk with Reshmina. You'll learn how rain gardens can make neighborhoods safer and watersheds cleaner, and dive into how you could plan your own rain garden. Bring your questions and connect with plant science professionals in this Expert Is In program.
Presenter: Dr. Reshmina William, Water Resources Engineer
This program is offered as part of a partnership with the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) Science and Technology Policy Fellowship Alumni Program.
Friday, May 1, 2026
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Eastern
Location: Conservatory Terrace (Rain Location: Garden Court)
FREE: This is a drop-in program. No registration needed.
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U.S. Botanic Garden, 100 Maryland Ave SW,Washington D.C., Washington, United States

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