STEAM Saturday: Native Plants & Pollinators

Name: STEAM Saturday: Native Plants & Pollinators
Start: 2025-10-04T10:00:00-04:00
End: 2025-10-04T12:00:00-04:00
Location: 795 Manchester St, Lexington, KY 40508-2489, United States

Schedule

Sat Oct 04 2025 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

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

Explore the benefits of native plants and the richness of biodiversity at Gatton Park through hands-on, participatory activities!
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
Enjoy interactive activities from partners Lexington Children’s Museum and Seedleaf, discovering how native species support healthy ecosystems, wildlife, and vibrant communities while connecting science, nature, and fun in a memorable morning of learning on the Rec Lawn.
10:00 am–10:30 am – Guided Tactile Experience with Dr. King
Learn to identify plants native to central Kentucky, found along Town Branch Creek and in our bioswales, by joining Dr. Brian King, PhD for a 30-minute guided tactile experience. Meet at the Gatton Park tent to start!
11:00 am–11:30 am – Guided Tactile Experience with Dr. King (repeat of first session)
Learn to identify plants native to central Kentucky, found along Town Branch Creek and in our bioswales, by joining Dr. Brian King, PhD for a 30-minute guided tactile experience. Meet at the Gatton Park tent to start!
Thank you to our community partners: Lexington Children’s Museum and Seedleaf.