Pollinators in Florida

Pollinators in Florida: Nature’s Essential Workers Take Center Stage at The Emerson Center

VERO BEACH FL (March 24 2026) – The Emerson Center welcomes Dennis Mayo Florida Master Naturalist for an engaging E-Series lecture Pollinators in Florida: Nature’s Essential Workers on Tuesday March 24 2026 at 7:00 p.m. Mayo will explore the vital role of pollinators—from bees and butterflies to bats and birds—in maintaining Florida’s ecosystems and food supply and share practical ways the public can help protect them.

Complementing the lecture Art at the Emerson Gallery will feature Buzz & Flutter: Art Inspired by Pollinators a special exhibition celebrating the creatures that make pollination possible. A reception will be held on Wednesday March 11 2026 from 5:30–7:00 p.m. offering guests a first look at the artwork before the main speaking event.

E-Series Lecture Details

·       Topic: Pollinators in Florida: Nature’s Essential Workers

·       Speaker: Dennis Mayo Florida Master Naturalist

·       Date: Tuesday March 24 2026

·       Time: 7:00 p.m.

·       Location: The Emerson Center 1590 27th Ave Vero Beach FL

Exhibition Details

·       Reception: Wednesday March 11 2026  | 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.

·       Exhibit Dates: March 6 – April 8 2026

·       Gallery Hours: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. | Weekdays | Closed Wednesdays

·       Location: Art at the Emerson Gallery The Emerson Center

Experience a unique combination of art and education as The Emerson Center celebrates Florida’s pollinators.

About Art at the Emerson Gallery:

Art at the Emerson Gallery located within The Emerson Center is dedicated to showcasing community-driven exhibitions and promoting local artists and cultural awareness. The gallery strives to inspire creativity and connection through visual arts. For more information visit ArtatTheEmerson.com.

About The Emerson Center

The Emerson Center's mission is to provide educational enlightening and thought-provoking programs alongside memorable musical events for our community. As Vero Beach’s premier performance venue The Emerson Center proudly presents its acclaimed E-Series lectures—a lineup designed to engage educate and entertain. Doors open one hour prior to each lecture. While admission is free a suggested donation of $10 is greatly appreciated.

The Emerson Center is located at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Vero Beach 1590 27th Ave Vero Beach Florida 32960. For more information visit TheEmersonCenter.com

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