STEAM Saturday: From Roots to Canopy

Name: STEAM Saturday: From Roots to Canopy
Start: 2025-10-18T10:00:00-04:00
End: 2025-10-18T12:00:00-04:00
Location: 795 Manchester St, Lexington, KY 40508-2489, United States

Schedule

Sat Oct 18 2025 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

795 Manchester St, Lexington, KY 40508-2489, United States | Lexington, KY

Why wait for Arbor Day? Come explore the trees that live in and around Gatton Park! Families can dive into the hidden world of trees with hands-on activities from our partners. This interactive morning invites families to connect with nature, learn together, and see trees in a whole new way.
EVENT SCHEDULE
10:00 am–12:00 pm – Hands-on Workshops & Crafts on the Rec Lawn
10:00 am–10:30 am – Guided Tactile Experience with Dr. King
11:00 am–11:30 am – Guided Tactile Experience with Dr. King (repeat of first session)
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
10:00 am–12:00 pm – Hands-on Workshops & Crafts on the Rec Lawn
Seedleaf will share the wonders of seeds, germination, and how trees support wildlife and communities. Enjoy additional crafts and activities provided by Gatton Park.
10:00 am–10:30 am – Guided Tactile Experience with Dr. King
Join Dr. Brian King, PhD for a 30-minute guided tactile experience to learn about the parts of a tree from underground roots to leafy canopy and learning why trees are essential to a healthy environment. Meet at the Gatton Park tent to start.
11:00 am–11:30 am – Guided Tactile Experience with Dr. King (repeat of first session)
Join Dr. Brian King, PhD for a 30-minute guided tactile experience to learn about the parts of a tree from underground roots to leafy canopy and learning why trees are essential to a healthy environment. Meet at the Gatton Park tent to start.
Thank you to our partners: Bluegrass Greensource, Seedleaf, and Fayette Co. Conservation District.