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UNITED STATES BOTANIC GARDEN

Calendar of EventsJUNE – AUGUST 2018

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The United States Botanic GardenThe United States Botanic Garden (USBG) is a living plant museum. It is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., free of charge. Exhibits interpret the role of plants in supporting earth’s diverse and fragile ecosystems and in enriching human life. Established by Congress in 1820, the U.S. Botanic Garden is one of the oldest botanic gardens in North America. The Garden has been administered through the Architect of the Capitol since 1934. It is an accredited museum by the American Alliance of Museums.

The U.S. Botanic Garden Conservatory is located on the National Mall at the intersection of Maryland Avenue and First Street SW, adjacent to the U.S. Capitol. The address is 100 Maryland Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20001.

The Conservatory houses permanent collections of plants from subtropical, tropical, Mediterranean and arid regions, and showcases orchids, medicinal, economic, endangered, and Jurassic plants. From late May to mid-October, the Conservatory terrace and interior galleries feature thematic displays and exhibits.

The National Garden is adjacent to the Conservatory. It features the Regional Garden, Rose Garden, First Ladies Water Garden, Butterfly Garden, and Amphitheater.

A showcase of beautiful, sustainable, and accessible landscape design, Bartholdi Park was renovated in 2016 using the principles of the Sustainable Sites Initiative™. The accessible garden design features native plants, water-conserving rain gardens, wildlife habitat, greater accessibility, and Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi’s historic Fountain of Light and Water.

Parking is not available at the U.S. Botanic Garden on weekdays. It is accessible by public transportation. The Federal Center SW Station on the Orange, Blue, and Silver Lines of Metrorail is at Third and D Streets SW, four blocks from the USBG. Metrobuses 32, 34, and 36 stop at Independence Avenue and First Street SW, between the Conservatory and Bartholdi Park. The DC Circulator Bus (National Mall route) stops across the street from the Conservatory on 3rd Street.

Free 45-minute highlight tours of the U.S. Botanic Garden Conservatory may be available on the day of your visit. Check at the information desk. Groups of 10 to 25 adults may reserve a tour of the Conservatory Monday through Friday by calling 202-226-2055 at least four weeks in advance.

The USBG strives to make its facilities and programs accessible to all visitors to ensure an enjoyable Garden visit. Wheelchairs, visitor guides in braille and large print formats, sign language interpretation, and hearing-aid compatible assistive listening devices for tours are all available upon request.

Visit our website for more info and to register for programs: www.USBG.gov/Programs

For More InformationGeneral Information & Accessibility at the USBG: 202-225-8333Register for Programs: 202-225-1116Request Tours: 202-226-2055Plant Hotline: 202-226-4785Volunteer Opportunities: 202-226-8066Media Inquiries: 202-226-4145 National Fund for the USBG: 202-225-1281 (or see pg. 54)

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AT A GLANCE Programs are listed by type and date.

DATE TIME TITLE PAGE

CONCERTS

June

14 5:00 p.m. American Roots Music Concert Series: Hank, Pattie and The Current

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28 5:00 p.m. American Roots Music Concert Series: Davis Bradley 21

July

12 5:00 p.m. American Roots Music Concert Series: Justin Trawick & The Common Good

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26 5:00 p.m. American Roots Music Concert Series: Seth Kibel 31

August

9 5:00 p.m. American Roots Music Concert Series: Moonshine Society 40

23 5:00 p.m. American Roots Music Concert Series: Ruthie & The Wranglers

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Early September

8 11:00 a.m. Songs and Dances of the Pua (Flowers) of Hawai‘i 48

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS

June

7 10:30 a.m. Snugglers 17

22 11:00 a.m. Pollinator Party! 25


Early September

4 10:30 a.m. Seedlings 46

5 10:30 a.m. Sprouts 46

5 1:30 p.m. Sprouts 46



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DEMONSTRATIONS

June

7 12:00 p.m. Cooking: Summer Suppers 17


9 10:00 a.m. Lei-Making 18



20 11:00 a.m. Terrific Topiaries 23

July

12 12:00 p.m. Cooking: Summer Fruits 30

12 12:50 p.m. Cooking: Summer Fruits 30

26 12:00 p.m. Cooking: Corn-u-topia 35

26 12:50 p.m. Cooking: Corn-u-topia 35

August

9 12:00 p.m. Cooking: Late Summer Harvest 39




LECTURES

June

2 10:30 a.m. Soup’s On: The Cabbage Family in the Bartholdi Park Kitchen Garden

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3 1:30 p.m. Putting Botanical Art to Work: Native Plants of the Mid-Atlantic 14

9 10:30 a.m. Soup’s On: The Tomato Family in the Bartholdi Park Kitchen Garden

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9 2:00 p.m. Botanical Adventures: The Men Who Roamed the Planet To Find Our Everyday Foods

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10 2:00 p.m. Thoreau and the Language of Trees 19

15 12:00 p.m. Save the Pollinators: “Attractive” Landscapes for Pollinators and Homeowners!

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11 10:30 a.m. Plant to Preserve 41

18 10:30 a.m. Soup’s On: The Cucumber and Carrot Families in the Bartholdi Park Kitchen Garden

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25 10:30 a.m. Soup’s On: The Grass Family in the Bartholdi Park Kitchen Garden

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Early September

8 2:00 p.m. Wall Flowers Artist Talk: Nekisha Durrett 49

WORKSHOPS

July

14 10:30 a.m. Canning: Stonefruit Chutney 32

14 1:30 p.m. Canning: Crunchy Pickled Cucumbers Two Ways 32

21 10:30 a.m. Art: Upcycled Botanical Mini-Murals 34

28 10:30 a.m. Build Your Own Terrarium with Succulents 35

28 2:00 p.m. Build Your Own Terrarium with Succulents 35

August

4 9:00 a.m. Painting August’s Edible Bounty 37

19 9:00 a.m. Art: Botanical Illustration: Learn to Draw and Paint Carnivorous Plants!

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25 2:00 p.m. Rediscovering Lines: A Wire Sculpture Exploration 45

TOURS

Conservatory Highlights tours are offered throughout the week. Please see pages 12, 26, and 36 for specific dates and times.

June

4 1:00 p.m. Medicinal and Poisonous Plants at the USBG 15

4 3:00 p.m. The USBG Outdoor Gardens 15

5 10:30 a.m. Horticultural Backstage Pass: The USBG Production Facility 16

6 2:00 p.m. The Art and History of the USBG 16


13 10:30 a.m. Phenomenal Plants: The USBG Medicinal Plants Collection 20


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19 10:30 a.m. Exploring Bartholdi Park 23

21 10:30 a.m. Operational Behind-the-Scenes of the USBG Conservatory 24

21 11:00 a.m. Marvelous Morphology: Ferns and Their Friends! 24


27 2:00 p.m. The Art and History of the USBG 16

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11 10:45 a.m. The Art and History of the USBG 30






26 11:00 a.m. Marvelous Morphology: Flowers 34


August

7 10:30 a.m. Horticultural Backstage Pass: The USBG Production Facility 38






30 11:00 a.m. Marvelous Morphology: Plant Structure 45

FITNESS PROGRAMS

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1 6:00 p.m. Botanical Bliss: An Immersive Nature Walk 13

2 10:30 a.m. Yoga in the Garden 13




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August

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Early September

7 6:00 p.m. Nature in Motion: Evening Relaxation 47




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Conservatory


EXHIBITS

Wall FlowersTHROUGH OCTOBER 15 CONSERVATORY WEST GALLERY

Stop and take a look at the murals covering our city walls and you’ll notice plants are often featured. Plants in murals communicate the aesthetic, ecological, and historic importance of plants in the urban environment. This exhibit features large-scale art by local artists who specialize in public murals that beautify our cities. Their murals depict plants using bold colors and monumental scale. The exhibit fosters creative conversations about botanical art and new ways to communicate the important roles plants play in our lives.

Botanical Art Worldwide: America’s FloraTHROUGH OCTOBER 14 CONSERVATORY WEST GALLERY

The United States Botanic Garden in collaboration with the American Society of Botanical Artists (ASBA) presents a juried exhibition of artworks of United States native plants. The exhibition includes 46 original contemporary botanical artworks, juried from a field of over 200 entries. Plants from around the U.S., from cacti to woodland wildflowers to trees are featured in the exhibit. Similar exhibitions will be held in 25 other countries, each highlighting its own native plants.

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Artists in the Garden: Botanical Art in ActionInspired by Botanical Art Worldwide: America’s Flora? Want to learn more about botanical illustration? Come see botanical artists in action! Throughout the run of the exhibit, the Garden will have artists on-hand in the West Gallery showcasing their techniques and working on pieces inspired by plants in the USBG collection. Different artists and techniques will be featured. Check the website for more information, a schedule, and a digital gallery of the artists’ creations, which will be updated as the artists complete their work: www.USBG.gov/AmericasFlora

Botanical Art EncountersWant to try your hand at some botanical art? Pop into the West Gallery to see if a botanical art encounter is on the floor! Inspired by Wall Flowers and Botanical Art Worldwide: America’s Flora, these periodic hands-on activities will cultivate your inner artist and botanist! Activities are designed for all ages and abilities—come join the fun!

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PROGRAMSPrograms are listed by start date.

TOUR

Highlights from the Conservatory CollectionUSBG Volunteer Docent

Want to visit a desert, a tropical paradise, and the Mediterranean? Want to travel back to the U.S. Exploring Expedition and the Jurassic period? Take a tour with a knowledgeable guide who will connect the exotic plant world to everyday life. You might see bananas, cacao, and coffee ripening on the tree or learn about the next big breakthrough in medicinal plant research. Please note: This tour is offered throughout the month on various dates at various times.

MORNING TOUR TIME: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. DATES: Mondays, June 4, 11, 18, 25 Wednesdays, June 6, 13, 20, 27 Thursdays, June 7, 14, 21, 28 Fridays, June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

LUNCHTIME TOUR TIME: 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. DATES: Mondays, June 4, 11, 18, 25 Tuesdays, June 5, 12, 19, 26 Wednesdays, June 6, 13, 20, 27 Fridays, June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

AFTERNOON TOUR TIME: 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. DATES: Wednesdays, June 6, 13, 20, 27

LATE AFTERNOON TOUR TIME: 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. DATES: Tuesdays, June 5, 12, 19, 26

LOCATION: Tours meet in the Conservatory Garden Court FREE: No pre-registration required

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Botanical Bliss: An Immersive Nature Walk in the National Garden

Melanie Choukas Bradley, Author, Naturalist, Certified Forest Therapy Guide

Studies have shown that spending time in nature is good for both mental and physical health. This slow moving, immersive tour through the USBG National Garden aims to promote wellness and reflections

on nature. Join Melanie as she explores the beauty and wonder of the Garden through all five senses. Stop to periodically share experiences and observations with other participants and sip some pure maple sap “tea” at the conclusion of the journey.

DATE: Friday, June 1 TIME: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. LOCATION: Tour meets on the Lawn Terrace of the National Garden FREE: Pre-registration required, visit www.USBG.gov/Programs

FITNESS PROGRAM

Yoga in the GardenHeather Markowitz, Founder, WithLoveDC

Come flow at the Garden with this free yoga gathering, led by WithLoveDC. These classes aim to create an accessible space for all people to tune into their breath while enjoying the natural beauty in the Garden. Please note: This program is first-come, first-served with limited space available. Visitors are encouraged to bring their own mats. There is no class on Saturday, June 30.

DATE: Saturdays, June 2, 9, 16, 23 TIME: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. LOCATION: Lawn Terrace (Rain Location: Conservatory Gallery) FREE: No pre-registration required

The Complete Field Guide to the Trees of Washington, D.C.

Melanie Choukas-Bradley Illustrations by Polly Alexander

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THIRD EDITION


LECTURE

Soup’s On: The Cabbage Family in the Bartholdi Park Kitchen GardenTodd Brethauer, USBG Science Education Volunteer

Vegetables add flavor, color, texture, essential nutrients, and fiber to our diet. In this summer series of lectures, Todd will cover the major vegetable families highlighting those growing in the Bartholdi Park Kitchen Garden. Come learn about the evolution, domestication, breeding, cultivation, key nutrients, and challenges of growing collards, mustard, cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, kale, and yes … Brussels sprouts … and the many ways we consume them.

DATE: Saturday, June 2 TIME: 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. LOCATION: Conservatory Classroom FREE: Pre-registration required, visit www.USBG.gov/Programs

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Putting Botanical Art to Work: Native Plants of the Mid-AtlanticEileen B. Malone, President, Botanical Artists for Education & the Environment (BAEE)

Join Eileen for a presentation about the Botanical Artists for Education & the Environment’s recent project and book, American Botanical Paintings: Native Plants of the Mid Atlantic. Learn about how the book was created, how book sale proceeds were used to award grants to improve the use and conservation of native plants, and project lessons-learned. Please note: This program is being offered in conjunction with the Botanical Arts Society of the National Capital Region. Limited seating available. Doors will open at 1:15 p.m.

DATE: Sunday, June 3 TIME: 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. LOCATION: Conservatory Classroom FREE: Pre-registration required, visit www.USBG.gov/Programs

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Medicinal and Poisonous Plants at the USBGBeth Burrous, Biochemist and USBG Volunteer Docent

Many important medicines are derived from plants, but too much of a good thing can be dangerous. During a walking tour of the Conservatory, Beth will feature poisonous and medicinal plants growing at the USBG. She will talk about famous, interesting, and sometimes fatal cases of poisoning by plants. You will also see and learn about plants used to make lifesaving medicines.

DATE: Monday, June 4 TIME: 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. LOCATION: Tour meets in the Conservatory Garden Court FREE: No pre-registration required

TOUR

The USBG Outdoor GardensNancy Ragsdale, USBG Volunteer Docent

Join Nancy for this informative and engaging tour of the USBG outdoor gardens. Learn about the history of the National Garden, plants that attract butterflies, native plants of the Mid-Atlantic, and roses that grow well in the Washington environment. Then wander over to Bartholdi Park to explore the history of the fountain and the recent renovations that upgraded the Park’s accessibility, safety, and sustainability. Please note: This tour is held outdoors. We suggest bringing sunscreen, protective clothing, and water. The tour is canceled if it rains or during times of extreme heat (heat index of 95 degrees or higher/Code Red weather alert).

DATES: Mondays, June 4, 11, 18, 25 TIME: 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. LOCATION: Tour will meet in the Lobby of the Conservatory FREE: No pre-registration required


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Horticultural Backstage Pass: The U.S. Botanic Garden Production FacilityUSBG Staff

Go behind-the-scenes on this guided horticultural highlights tour of the U.S. Botanic Garden Production Facility. Featuring almost two acres of greenhouses, this facility is the largest support facility for a public garden in the U.S. Explore unique and unusual plants from the USBG collection and witness gardeners and horticulturists in action. Please note: This is a working greenhouse facility. Some rooms may not be available for viewing due to horticultural need. Please wear comfortable shoes, bring water, and dress in layers, as greenhouse bays may become quite warm. Directions to the facility can be found with the online listing.

DATE: Tuesday, June 5 TIME: 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. LOCATION: Tour will meet at the entrance to the Production Facility FREE: Pre-registration required, visit www.USBG.gov/Programs

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The Art and History of the U.S. Botanic GardenSusan Klusman, USBG Volunteer Docent

Ever wonder why the U.S. Botanic Garden Conservatory is located on its present site? What the architectural style of the building is? How Bartholdi Fountain became part of the USBG? Where many of the first plants in the Conservatory originated? This walking tour will explore how historical currents, architecture, sculpture, and landscape architecture came together to create this grand garden. Please note: The program is canceled if it rains.

DATES: Wednesdays, June 6 and 27 TIME: 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. LOCATION: Tour meets by the entrance to the Conservatory on the Terrace FREE: No pre-registration required

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PARENT & CHILD PROGRAM

SnugglersMarjorie Abbot, USBG Volunteer Docent

Do you have a tiny treasure in a snuggly? Looking for ways to get out of the house and learn? Join us each Thursday for a 45-minute guided tour of the Conservatory. Each week will be a different exploration. This program is designed for parents and care providers who have a tiny one in a snuggly. Please note: You are welcome to arrive with a stroller, however due to our narrow paths and the nature of this program, we cannot support strollers or older siblings during the actual program.

DATE (choose either or both of the following): Thursdays, June 7, 14 TIME: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. LOCATION: Conservatory Classroom FREE: Pre-registration required, visit www.USBG.gov/Programs

COOKING DEMONSTRATION

Summer SuppersAdrienne Cook, Gardening and Cooking Writer, and Danielle Cook, MS, Nutritionist and Cooking Instructor

Take advantage of the full bounty of summer from farmer’s markets, local stores, and your own or your neighbor’s garden. The Cook Sisters will showcase how to use optimal ingredients to produce hot-weather dinners with minimal fuss and maximum flavor. Please note: The 12:50 p.m. program is a repeat of the 12 p.m. program.

DATES: Thursdays, June 7 and 28 TIMES: 12 p.m. to 12:45 p.m. and 12:50 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. LOCATION: Conservatory Garden Court FREE: No pre-registration required


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DEMONSTRATION

Lei-MakingHawai‘i State Society of Washington, D.C.

In celebration of Kamehameha Day, which occurs each June, the local Hawaiian community will prepare lei using many local mid-Atlantic plant materials. The lei are solemnly presented and draped on the statues of Saint Damien and Kamehameha in a private ceremony in Statuary Hall of the U.S. Capitol, where, following the ceremony, visitors to the Capitol can enjoy them. Come learn about Hawaiian traditions and culture as you watch the Hawai‘i State Society and other members of the local Hawaiian community make the lei for this year’s lei-draping ceremony.

DATE: Saturday, June 9 TIME: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. LOCATION: National Garden Amphitheater (Rain Location: Conservatory Garden Court) FREE: No pre-registration required

LECTURE

Soup’s On: The Tomato Family in the Bartholdi Park Kitchen GardenTodd Brethauer, USBG Science Education Volunteer

Vegetables add flavor, color, texture, essential nutrients, and fiber to our diet. In this summer series of lectures, Todd will cover the major vegetable families highlighting those growing in the Bartholdi Park Kitchen Garden. Come learn about the evolution, domestication, breeding, cultivation, key nutrients, and challenges of growing tomato, potato, and pepper plants and the many ways we consume them.

DATE: Saturday, June 9 TIME: 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. LOCATION: Conservatory Classroom FREE: Pre-registration required, visit www.USBG.gov/Programs

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Botanical Adventurers: The Men Who Roamed the Planet To Find Our Everyday FoodsDaniel Stone, Writer, National Geographic

American supermarkets were not always abundant and diverse as they are today. At the turn of the 20th century, David Fairchild and his team of USDA botanists circled the world in search of novel plants—and in turn, they transformed the American diet. Join their adventures with National Geographic writer Daniel Stone, author of The Food Explorer: The True Adventures of the Globe-Trotting Botanist Who Transformed What America Eats.

DATE: Saturday, June 9 TIME: 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. LOCATION: Conservatory Classroom FREE: Pre-registration required, visit www.USBG.gov/Programs

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Thoreau and the Language of TreesRichard Higgins, Journalist and Author

Trees were central to Henry David Thoreau’s creativity as a writer, his work as a naturalist, his thought, and his inner life. He admired their beauty, studied how they grew, took them as spiritual companions, and wrote about them as few have. When he said the poet loves the pine tree as his own “shadow in the air,” he was speaking about himself. In short, he spoke their language. This original illustrated talk explores Thoreau’s deep connections to trees. Using Thoreau’s words, photographs of historic trees, and his own black-and-white photographs of trees today, Richard looks at Thoreau’s keen perception of trees, the poetry he saw in them, and how they fed his soul. He presents trees as a central thread connecting all parts of Thoreau’s being—heart, mind, and spirit.

DATE: Sunday, June 10 TIME: 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. LOCATION: Conservatory Classroom FREE: Pre-registration required, visit www.USBG.gov/Programs


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Phenomenal Plants: The USBG Medicinal Plants CollectionChelsea McKinley, USBG Gardener

Join Chelsea, Gardener of the Medicinal Plants house, on a tour of this fascinating collection. Learn about a variety of different species used for medicinal purposes that are currently on display at the USBG Conservatory. Topics to be discussed include plant-derived compounds used in pharmaceuticals, species that have been used for hundreds of years in traditional medicine, and plants that can be found in the ingredients of over-the-counter products.

DATE: Wednesday, June 13 TIME: 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. LOCATION: Tour will meet in the Medicinal Plants house FREE: Pre-registration required, visit www.USBG.gov/Programs

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CONCERT SERIES

American Roots MusicVarious Artists

Come enjoy the Garden as you listen to the sounds of American roots music! Please note: Limited seating available on a first come, first served basis.

JUNE 14TH CONCERT:Hank, Pattie and The Current, progressive bluegrassCome and enjoy this group of progressive bluegrass musicians from Raleigh, NC. In the spirit of Nickel Creek, The Punch Brothers, and Infamous Stringdusters, this band is quickly moving up the bluegrass scene. Not to be missed!

JUNE 28TH CONCERT:Davis Bradley, Appalachia/AmericanaKathy Davis & Bradley Bishop have teamed up to present a one of a kind musical experience which is exciting, entertaining, and offers something for everyone! The

innovative duo has drawn from their individual bluegrass, old time, and swing influences, to create something magical, while remaining true to the roots of the music they love. Fans can expect to hear fresh renditions of the classics as well as several original compositions. This dynamic song mix has helped to extend their combined reach, holding the door wide open to welcome those in search of something new and unique.

DATES: Thursday, June 14, 28 TIME: 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. LOCATION: National Garden Amphitheater (Rain Location: Conservatory Garden Court) FREE: No pre-registration required


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LECTURE

Save the Pollinators: “Attractive” Landscapes for Pollinators and Homeowners!Kerry Ann Mendez, Award-Winning Speaker, Author, and Garden Designer

What could be more heavenly than a beautiful, low-maintenance garden filled with “moving art:” birds, butterflies and other pollinators? Discover eye-catching perennials and flowering shrubs—mostly native—that benefit BOTH homeowners and pollinators. The focus will also be on sustainable care—creating landscapes that require less water, fertilizer, and pesticides.

DATE: Friday, June 15 TIME: 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. LOCATION: Conservatory Classroom FREE: Pre-registration required, visit www.USBG.gov/Programs

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Exploring Bartholdi ParkThomas Crawley, USBG Gardener, and Ray Mims, USBG Conservation and Sustainability Horticulturist

This Bartholdi Park walking tour will highlight the park’s history, gardens, plantings, and recent renovation to upgrade accessibility, safety, and sustainability. Tour participants will also hear about the Sustainable SITES Initiative—a comprehensive rating system for sustainable, professional landscapes, meant to encourage the design and development of healthy, productive landscapes—and the Landscape for Life program that highlights these principles for home gardeners. Come join Thomas and Ray, rain or shine! Please note: This tour is held outdoors. We suggest bringing sunscreen, protective clothing, and water. The tour is canceled in the event of extreme weather conditions.

DATE: Tuesday, June 19 TIME: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. LOCATION: Tour meets by the Bartholdi Park fountain FREE: Pre-registration required, visit www.USBG.gov/Programs

DEMONSTRATION

Terrific TopiariesCleophas Calloway, USBG Gardener

Ever wondered how to create your own totally amazing topiary? Drop by and let Cleo show you how during this easy to follow instructional demonstration. Please note: This is an ongoing presentation and chairs will not be provided.

DATE: Wednesday, June 20 TIME: 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. LOCATION: Conservatory Tropics FREE: No pre-registration required


TOUR

Operational Behind-the-Scenes of the U.S. Botanic Garden ConservatoryIan Donegan, USBG Facility Manager

Join Ian and see what it takes to keep the USBG Conservatory functioning properly, from the various types of water used and ventilation needs of the Garden to the intricate steam systems and controls of the different environmental zones. Take a peek behind-the-scenes during this lively tour and experience the life of USBG Operations personnel.

DATE: Thursday, June 21 TIME: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. LOCATION: Tour meets in the Conservatory Garden Court FREE: Pre-registration required, visit www.USBG.gov/Programs

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Marvelous Morphology: Ferns and Their Friends!Dr. Susan Pell, USBG Deputy Executive Director

Ever wonder what the spots on the underside of your fern’s fronds are? Join Susan on a tour of the Conservatory and discover vegetative and reproductive structures of ferns and the so-called fern allies (e.g., horsetails, club mosses, and spike mosses). Topics such as spore dispersal, frond structure, and alternation of generations will be explored and explained.

DATE: Thursday, June 21 TIME: 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. LOCATION: Tour meets in the Conservatory Garden Court FREE: Pre-registration required, visit www.USBG.gov/Programs

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Pollinator Party!Jim Willmott, USBG Plant Health Care Specialist, and Eric Leavitt, USBG Gardener

Does your garden flutter? Is it abuzz with flighty friends? Whether you are invested in insect garden visitors or just want to learn more, come celebrate pollinators at the USBG during this special event. Join Jim and Eric as they share the wonders of what butterflies, bumblebees, and honeybees bring to the environment, and then help them release select butterflies into our Butterfly Garden! Please note: This program is held outdoors. We suggest bringing sunscreen, protective clothing, and water. The program is canceled if it rains or during times of extreme heat (heat index of 95 degrees or higher/Code Red weather alert).

DATE: Friday, June 22 TIME: 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. LOCATION: National Garden Butterfly Garden FREE: No pre-registration required

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DATE: Monday, July 2 TIME: 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. LOCATION: Tour meets in the Conservatory Garden Court FREE: No pre-registration required


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MORNING TOUR TIME: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. DATES: Mondays, July 9, 16, 23, 30 Wednesdays, July 11, 18, 25 Thursdays, July 12, 19, 26 Fridays, July 13, 20, 27

LUNCHTIME TOUR TIME: 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. DATES: Mondays, July 9, 16, 23, 30 Tuesdays, July 10, 17, 24, 31 Wednesdays, July 11, 18, 25 Fridays, July 13, 20, 27

AFTERNOON TOUR TIME: 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. DATES: Wednesdays, July 11, 18, 25

LATE AFTERNOON TOUR TIME: 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. DATES: Tuesdays, July 10, 17, 24, 31


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Come flow at the Garden with this free yoga gathering, led by WithLoveDC. These classes aim to create an accessible space for all people to tune into their breath while enjoying the natural beauty in the Garden. Please note: This program is first-come, first-served with limited space available. Visitors are encouraged to bring their own mats.

DATES: Saturdays, July 7, 14, 21, 28 TIME: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. LOCATION: Lawn Terrace (Rain Location: Conservatory Gallery) FREE: No pre-registration required

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The USBG Outdoor GardensNancy Ragsdale, USBG Volunteer Docent

Join Nancy for this informative and engaging tour of the USBG outdoor gardens. Learn about the history of the National Garden, plants that attract butterflies, native plants of the Mid-Atlantic, and roses that grow well in the Washington environment. Then wander over to Bartholdi Park to explore the history of the fountain and the recent renovations that upgraded the Park’s accessibility, safety, and sustainability. Please note: This tour is held outdoors. We suggest bringing sunscreen, protective clothing, and water. The tour is canceled if it rains or during times of extreme heat (heat index of 95 degrees or higher/Code Red weather alert).

DATES: Mondays, July 9, 16, 23, 30 TIME: 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. LOCATION: Tour will meet in the Lobby of the Conservatory FREE: No pre-registration required

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U.S. Botanic Garden volunteers have a common sense of purpose and identify with the Garden’s mission of demonstrating the aesthetic, cultural, ecological, economic and therapeutic importance of plants to humankind.

Volunteers are professionals, hobbyists, retirees, or students. Volunteers must be 18 years of age. Through their time at the Garden, volunteers develop new skills, explore their personal interests, and make significant contributions that enable the Garden to fulfill its mission. Volunteering is a great way to meet others and connect with the community.

Have questions or want more information? Please contact the USBG Volunteer Coordinator at 202-226-8066.

BECOME A U.S. BOTANIC GARDEN VOLUNTEER!

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DATES: Wednesdays, July 11 and 25 TIME: 10:45 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. LOCATION: Tour meets by the entrance to the Conservatory on the Terrace FREE: No pre-registration required


Summer FruitsAdrienne Cook, Gardening and Cooking Writer, and Danielle Cook, MS, Nutritionist and Cooking Instructor

From juicy berries to the sweet smell of peaches, there’s nothing quite like the amazing assortment of glorious summer fruits. Join the Cook Sisters for two great new recipes featuring the season’s sweetest bounty. Please note: The 12:50 p.m. program is a repeat of the 12 p.m. program.

DATE: Thursday, July 12 TIMES: 12 p.m. to 12:45 p.m. and 12:50 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. LOCATION: Conservatory Garden Court FREE: No pre-registration required


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JULY 12TH CONCERT:Justin Trawick & The Common Good, Americana/bluegrassWith instrumentation consisting of acoustic guitar, upright bass, fiddle, mandolin, and pedal steel, Justin Trawick & The Common Good’s live performance plays fast and loose with the “Americana” genre, performing heartfelt ballads followed by raucous bluegrass melodies and even moments of hip hop verses.

JULY 26TH CONCERT:Seth Kibel, jazzSeth Kibel is one of the Mid-Atlantic’s premier woodwind specialists. Working with some of the best bands in jazz, swing, and world music, and wowing audiences on saxophone, clarinet, and flute, Seth has made a name for himself in the Washington/Baltimore region, and beyond. Join Seth for an evening of classic American ragtime and Dixieland jazz.

DATES: Thursday, July 12, 26 TIME: 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. LOCATION: National Garden Amphitheater (Rain Location: Conservatory Garden Court) FREE: No pre-registration required

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Stonefruit ChutneyMarisa McClellan, Author, Food in Jars

Tired of the same jams and jellies you make every year? Learn how to safely and deliciously can homemade stonefruit chutney with cookbook author and Food in Jars blogger Marisa McClellan. In this session, participants will collaboratively make a large

batch of chutney. Marisa will also make sure that everyone knows how to properly employ the boiling water bath method for safe, shelf-stable preservation. All students will go home with the recipe and canning details, as well as a jar of the preserves they made in class that day. Please note: Registration will be limited to 20 participants.

DATE: Saturday, July 14 TIME: 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. LOCATION: Conservatory Classroom FREE: Pre-registration required, visit www.USBG.gov/Programs

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Crunchy Pickled Cucumbers Two WaysMarisa McClellan, Author, Food in Jars

Do you love a crunchy, snappy pickle? Learn how to make crisp, homemade pickles with cookbook author and Food in Jars blogger Marisa McClellan. Marisa will show you tricks and tips for retaining as much crunch as is possible in home preserved pickles. In the workshop, participants will make two jars of pickles.

One will be processed using the low temperature pasteurization process and the other will be designed to be kept in the fridge. All students will go home with the recipe and canning details, as well as a jar of the preserves they made in class that day. Please note: Registration will be limited to 20 participants.

DATE: Saturday, July 14 TIME: 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. LOCATION: Conservatory Classroom FREE: Pre-registration required, visit www.USBG.gov/Programs

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This Bartholdi Park walking tour will highlight the park’s history, gardens, plantings, and recent renovation to upgrade accessibility, safety, and sustainability. Tour participants will also hear about the Sustainable SITES Initiative—a comprehensive rating system for sustainable landscapes, meant to encourage the design and development of healthy, productive landscapes—and the Landscape for Life program that highlights these principles for home gardeners. Come join Thomas and Ray, rain or shine! Please note: This tour is held outdoors. We suggest bringing sunscreen, protective clothing, and water. The tour is canceled in the event of extreme weather conditions.

DATE: Tuesday, July 17 TIME: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. LOCATION: Tour meets by the Bartholdi Park fountain FREE: Pre-registration required, visit www.USBG.gov/Programs

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DATE: Wednesday, July 18 TIME: 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. LOCATION: Tour will meet in the Medicinal Plants house FREE: Pre-registration required, visit www.USBG.gov/Programs

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Upcycled Botanical Mini-MuralsKellie Cox, Artist

Botanical murals and public art play an important role in communities as they enhance a city’s quality of life by taking the places where we live, work, and love by creating a more welcoming and beautiful place. It also creates a deeper interaction between the community and its natural environment by adding dimension to civic spaces. Lastly, it allows the community to express its identity and values. Botanical murals come in all shapes and sizes, and are painted on a variety of surfaces. During this unique course, students will discover and learn

about botanical murals by creating their own mini-botanical murals on up-cycled materials. Students will advance in their painting techniques, compositional skills with a variety of botanical subjects, and their unique artistic expression. Please note: This course is designed for beginner to advanced student interested in botanical art and modern art creation. Supplies will be provided.

DATE: Saturday, July 21 TIME: 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. LOCATION: Conservatory Classroom FREE: Pre-registration required, visit www.USBG.gov/Programs

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Marvelous Morphology: FlowersDr. Susan Pell, USBG Deputy Executive Director

Ever wonder what the spots on flower petals are for or what part of the flower forms a fruit? Join Susan on a tour of the Garden and discover flower structures and their various functions. Learn the parts of typical flowers and some unusual exceptions. Topics such as flower structure, identifying plants by their flowers, and floral diversity will be explored and explained. Please note: This tour may go outdoors. Please dress accordingly.

DATE: Thursday, July 26 TIME: 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. LOCATION: Tour meets in the center of the Garden Court FREE: Pre-registration required, visit www.USBG.gov/Programs


Corn-u-topiaAdrienne Cook, Gardening and Cooking Writer, and Danielle Cook, MS, Nutritionist and Cooking Instructor

What’s better than fresh-picked ears of sweet corn on a hot summer day? Two great new recipes using fresh sweet corn! The Cook Sisters are here to show you what to do with one of summer’s best-loved harvests. Please note: The 12:50 p.m. program is a repeat of the 12 p.m. program.

DATE: Thursday, July 26 TIMES: 12 p.m. to 12:45 p.m. and 12:50 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. LOCATION: Conservatory Garden Court FREE: No pre-registration required

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Build Your Own Terrarium with SucculentsHolley Simmons, Founder, Sill Life

Join Holley for this 45 minute class and learn about the history of terrariums and how to make your own using succulents. Please note: All materials will be included; registrants will leave with a terrarium. The 2 p.m. workshop is a repeat of the 10:30 a.m. workshop.

DATE: Saturday, July 28 TIMES: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. or 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. LOCATION: Conservatory Classroom FREE: Pre-registration required, visit www.USBG.gov/Programs

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MORNING TOUR TIME: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. DATES: Mondays, August 6, 13, 20, 27 Wednesdays, August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Thursdays, August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Fridays, August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31

LUNCHTIME TOUR TIME: 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. DATES: Mondays, August 6, 13, 20, 27 Tuesdays, August 7, 14, 21, 28 Wednesdays, August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Fridays, August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31

AFTERNOON TOUR TIME: 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. DATES: Wednesdays, August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

LATE AFTERNOON TOUR TIME: 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. DATES: Tuesdays, August 7, 14, 21, 28


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FITNESS PROGRAM

Nature in Motion: Evening RelaxationAlexandra Torres, USBG Education Specialist, and Claire Alrich, Staff, National Fund for the U.S. Botanic Garden

Taking time to enjoy nature and plants has been shown to reduce stress, increase productivity, and improve overall wellness. Come for a relaxing evening experience in the indoor Conservatory. Throughout the tour Alexandra and Claire will intermittently stop for guided stretching and calming exercises. Close out your day re-connecting to nature and your body. Please note: Doors open at 5:45 p.m.

DATE: Friday, August 3 TIME: 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. LOCATION: Conservatory FREE: Pre-registration required, visit www.USBG.gov/Programs

This program sponsored in part by the National Fund for the U.S. Botanic Garden.

ART WORKSHOP

Painting August’s Edible BountyCarol Woodin, Botanical Artist

August brings a delightful harvest of fruits and vegetables that we anticipate all year long. Fresh picked plums, peaches, and tomatoes also make enticing subjects for paintings, with their nuanced colors, imperfections, and roundish form. Through drybrush layering, capture the bloom, fuzz, or glossy surfaces of these fresh fruits.

Through demonstration and individual attention, participants will learn to use vellum’s special surface and warm color to its greatest advantage in creating focused portraits, including bits of leaf and stem. Please note: This is a two-day workshop. Doors will open at 8:45 a.m. each morning. A materials list can be found with the online listing. Please bring a lunch. Fee includes vellum.

DATE: Saturday and Sunday, August 4 and 5 TIME: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. LOCATION: Conservatory Classroom FRIENDS: $185 NON-MEMBERS: $210 Pre-registration required, visit www.USBG.gov/Programs

This program sponsored by the National Fund for the U.S. Botanic Garden

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Come flow at the Garden with this free yoga gathering, led by WithLoveDC. These classes aim to create an accessible space for all people to tune into their breath while enjoying the natural beauty in the Garden. Please note: This program is first-come, first-served with limited space available. Visitors are encouraged to bring their own mats.

DATES: Saturdays, August 4, 11, 18, 25 TIME: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. LOCATION: Lawn Terrace (Rain Location: Conservatory Gallery) FREE: No pre-registration required

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Horticultural Backstage Pass: The U.S. Botanic Garden Production FacilityUSBG Staff

Go behind-the-scenes on this guided horticultural highlights tour of the U.S. Botanic Garden Production Facility. Featuring almost two acres of greenhouses, this facility is the largest support facility for a public garden in the U.S. Explore unique and unusual plants from the USBG collection and witness gardeners and horticulturists in action. Please note: This is a working greenhouse facility. Some rooms may not be available for viewing due to horticultural need. Please wear comfortable shoes, bring water, and dress in layers, as greenhouse bays may become quite warm. Directions to the facility can be found with the online listing.

DATE: Tuesday, August 7 TIME: 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. LOCATION: Tour will meet at the entrance to the Production Facility FREE: Pre-registration required, visit www.USBG.gov/Programs

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DATES: Wednesdays, August 8 and 22 TIME: 10:45 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. LOCATION: Tour meets by the entrance to the Conservatory on the Terrace FREE: No pre-registration required


Late Summer HarvestAdrienne Cook, Gardening and Cooking Writer, and Danielle Cook, MS, Nutritionist and Cooking Instructor

The peak of the summer cooking season comes in August as tomatoes mature, peppers color up, fruits ripen and everything just gets more flavorful. Enjoy the plethora of choice and flavor with two new recipes. Please note: The 12:50 p.m. program is a repeat of the 12 p.m. program.

DATES: Thursdays, August 9 and 23 TIMES: 12 p.m. to 12:45 p.m. and 12:50 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. LOCATION: Conservatory Garden Court FREE: No pre-registration required

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AUGUST 9TH CONCERT:Moonshine Society, blues/rockA young acclaimed band redefining the blues genre for a new generation, Moonshine Society delivers high energy roots rock, blues, and old school R&B in a style guaranteed to keep audiences dancing and toes tapping. An international sensation often compared to Susan Tedeschi, Bonnie Raitt, and Teena Marie, the band is comprised of A-List players including members of the Blues Hall of Fame and Berklee College of Music alumni.

AUGUST 23RD CONCERT:Ruthie & The Wranglers, countryRuthie and the Wranglers are a mainstay and staple of the D.C. music scene and they are nationally known for their clever songwriting, tight harmonies and high energy performances. Their fast paced deliveries yet traditional influences bring to mind Loretta Lynn meets the Ramones at a Dick Dale party. If you’re not having fun at a Ruthie and the Wranglers show, you better check your pulse!

DATES: Thursday, August 9, 23 TIME: 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. LOCATION: National Garden Amphitheater (Rain Location: Conservatory Garden Court) FREE: No pre-registration required

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Plant to PreserveBarbara Pleasant, Author, Food Preservationist, and Speaker

Join Barbara for a fresh look at preserving the season’s bounty of vegetables and fruits. Learn dozens of ways to match simple preservation

methods with the contents of your market basket to create delicious stored foods to enjoy year round. Tastings will include salt-fermented snap peas, luscious beet raisins, and low-sugar French onion jam.

DATE: Saturday, August 11 TIME: 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. LOCATION: Conservatory Classroom FREE: Pre-registration required, visit www.USBG.gov/Programs

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Soup’s On! The Cucumber and Carrot Families in the Bartholdi Park Kitchen GardenTodd Brethauer, USBG Science Education Volunteer

Vegetables add flavor, color, texture, essential nutrients and fiber to our diet. In this summer series of lectures, Todd will cover the major vegetable families highlighting those growing in the Bartholdi Park Kitchen Garden. Come learn about the evolution, domestication, breeding, cultivation, key nutrients and challenges of growing cucumbers, squash, pumpkins, carrots and parsnips and the many ways we consume them.


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Botanical Illustration: Learn to Draw and Paint Carnivorous Plants!Mary Ellen Carsley, Professional Artist/Illustrator and Visual Arts Coordinator at Severn School

This course is designed for the beginning and intermediate student interested in developing their drawing and painting skills with botanical subjects. In this course, we will be focusing on one of the most curious botanical groups: carnivorous plants. Our study will include: careful study of line, light, shade and shadow, as well as basic color theory; study of basic compositional principles, both Eastern and Western traditions; exploration of dry and wet media and its various techniques including pencil, ink, colored pencil and basic watercolor; and study of botanical anatomy and forms. We will also explore how to make various media from botanical sources, creating stained papers and using the media in a field sketching environment. Please note: This is a one-day workshop. Doors will open at 8:45 a.m. A materials list can be found with the online listing. Please bring a lunch.

DATE: Sunday, August 19 TIME: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. LOCATION: Conservatory Classroom FRIENDS: $75 NON-MEMBERS: $90 Pre-registration required, visit www.USBG.gov/Programs

This program sponsored by the National Fund for the U.S. Botanic Garden

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DATE: Monday, August 20 TIME: 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. LOCATION: Tour meets in the Conservatory Garden Court FREE: No pre-registration required

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This Bartholdi Park walking tour will highlight the park’s history, gardens, plantings, and recent renovation to upgrade accessibility, safety, and sustainability. Tour participants will also hear about the Sustainable SITES Initiative—a comprehensive rating system for sustainable landscapes, meant to encourage the design and development of healthy, productive landscapes—and the Landscape for Life program that highlights these principles for home gardeners. Come join Thomas and Ray, rain or shine! Please note: This tour is held outdoors. We suggest bringing sunscreen, protective clothing, and water. The tour is canceled in the event of extreme weather conditions.

DATE: Tuesday, August 21 TIME: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. LOCATION: Tour meets by the Bartholdi Park fountain FREE: Pre-registration required, visit www.USBG.gov/Programs

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DATE: Wednesday, August 22 TIME: 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. LOCATION: Tour will meet in the Medicinal Plants house FREE: Pre-registration required, visit www.USBG.gov/Programs

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Soup’s On! The Grass Family in the Bartholdi Park Kitchen GardenTodd Brethauer, USBG Science Education Volunteer

Vegetables add flavor, color, texture, essential nutrients and fiber to our diet. In this summer series of lectures, Todd will cover the major vegetable families highlighting those growing in the Bartholdi Park Kitchen Garden. Come learn about the evolution, domestication, breeding, cultivation, key nutrients and challenges of growing sweet corn, sorghum and rice and the many ways we consume them.


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Rediscovering Lines: A Wire Sculpture ExplorationReed Bmore, Artist

Join Reed Bmore for a lively discussion, demonstration, and hands-on experience about his wire sculpture, street art, and it’s relation to the community and culture. Explore techniques that will turn 3-D wire into drawings or 3-D forms. Come get lost in the process of creating!

DATE: Saturday, August 25 TIME: 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. LOCATION: Conservatory Classroom FREE: Pre-registration required, visit www.USBG.gov/Programs

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Marvelous Morphology: Plant StructureDr. Susan Pell, USBG Deputy Executive Director

Ever wonder what the difference is between a tree and a shrub or a vine and a liana? Join Susan as she discusses plant structure and habit. Topics such as growth patterns, terminal vs. lateral buds, and how horticulture can change a plant’s habit from one type to another will be explored and explained. Please note: This tour may go outdoors. Please dress accordingly.

DATE: Thursday, August 30 TIME: 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. LOCATION: Tour meets in the center of the Garden Court FREE: Pre-registration required, visit www.USBG.gov/Programs

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CHILDREN’S PROGRAM

SeedlingsUSBG Education Specialists

Join us for four weeks of hands-on plant science for our Seedlings class (ages 6–10). Each week we will explore the amazing world of plants through science, art, and scientific inquiry. Please note: Seedlings is designed for a more advanced level of plant science education. For the benefit of all participants, we request that only children ages 6 and up attend and participate in class activities.

DATES: Tuesdays, September 4, 11, 18, 25 TIME: 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. LOCATION: Conservatory Classroom FREE: Pre-registration required*, visit www.USBG.gov/Programs *Please note: Registration opens on August 1 at 10 a.m.

CHILDREN’S PROGRAM

SproutsUSBG Education Specialists

Dig in to plants with your preschooler (ages 3-5). Join us for four weeks of art, science, and a walking adventure in our gardens as we explore the fascinating world of plants. Please note: Children must be accompanied by an adult. Participating children must be at least 3 years of age. The 1:30 p.m. program is a repeat of the 10:30 a.m. program.

DATES: Wednesdays, September 5, 12, 19, 26 TIMES: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. LOCATION: Conservatory Classroom FREE: Pre-registration required*, visit www.USBG.gov/Programs *Please note: Registration opens on August 1 at 10 a.m.

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PARENT & CHILD PROGRAM

SnugglersMarjorie Abbot, USBG Volunteer Docent

Do you have a tiny treasure in a snuggly? Looking for ways to get out of the house and learn? Join us each Thursday for a 45-minute guided tour of the Conservatory. Each week will be a different exploration. This program is designed for parents and care providers who have a tiny one in a snuggly. Please note: You are welcome to arrive with a stroller, however due to our narrow paths and the nature of this program, we cannot support strollers or older siblings during the actual program.

DATE (choose any or all of the following): Thursdays, September 6, 13, 20, 27 TIME: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. LOCATION: Conservatory Classroom FREE: Pre-registration required, visit www.USBG.gov/Programs

FITNESS PROGRAM

Nature in Motion: Evening RelaxationAlexandra Torres, USBG Education Specialist, and Claire Alrich, Staff, National Fund for the U.S. Botanic Garden

Taking time to enjoy nature and plants has been shown to reduce stress, increase productivity, and improve overall wellness. Come for a relaxing evening experience in the outdoor National Garden. Throughout the tour Alexandra and Claire will intermittently stop for guided stretching and calming exercises. Close out your day re-connecting to nature and your body. Please note: Tour will be held indoors if it rains or in the case of inclement weather.

DATE: Friday, September 7 TIME: 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. LOCATION: Tour meets in front of the Conservatory on the Terrace FREE: Pre-registration required, visit www.USBG.gov/Programs

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Come flow at the Garden with this free yoga gathering, led by WithLoveDC. These classes aim to create an accessible space for all people to tune into their breath while enjoying the natural beauty in the Garden. Please note: This program is first-come, first-served with limited space available. Visitors are encouraged to bring their own mats. There is no class on Saturday, September 1.

DATES: Saturdays, September 8, 15, 22, 29 TIME: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. LOCATION: Lawn Terrace (Rain Location: Conservatory Gallery) FREE: No pre-registration required

CONCERT

Songs and Dances of the Pua (Flowers) of Hawai‘iHawai‘i State Society of Washington, D.C., `Ukulele Hui

Join the Hawai‘i State Society of Washington, D.C., `Ukulele Hui as they depict in song and dance the beautiful flowers of Hawai‘i, such as the yellow ginger, pikake, hibiscus, carnation, green rose, lehua, gardenia, bird-of-paradise, and more. Celebrate the pua, or flower, which serves as a metaphor for a child or someone very cherished. They will also sing about other foliage which is vital to Hawaiians, such as taro, pandanus, and coconut.

DATE: Saturday, September 8 TIME: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. LOCATION: National Garden Amphitheater (Rain Location: Conservatory Garden Court) FREE: No pre-registration required

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Wall Flowers Artist Talk: Nekisha DurrettNekisha Durrett, Artist

Join Nekisha Durrett as she speaks on her installation “Then I Wished I Could Come Back as a Flower” that uses cotton plants and other plant based materials to explore the layered meanings that objects and text communicate. Durrett will also discuss her artistic practice to date and explore how themes of her work have evolved over time.

DATE: Saturday, September 8 TIME: 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. LOCATION: Conservatory Classroom FREE: Pre-registration required

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GARDEN TOURS ON YOUR MOBILE PHONE

Use your mobile phone to have a private tour of the Garden and plants at the United States Botanic Garden.

PHONE CALL OPTION1. Dial the tour number: 202-730-9303.2. Enter the stop number on the sign.

SMARTPHONE OPTION1. Dial the tour number: 202-730-9303.2. You will be sent a text message with instructions for streaming audio.

QR CODE OPTIONScan the QR codes on the signs with your smart phone or tablet.

CONSERVATORY NATIONAL GARDEN 1 USBG Brief History 700 National Garden Overview 10 Garden Court 705 Regional Garden 30 Rare & Endangered Plants 710 Butterfly Garden 50 Orchids 715 Rose Garden 60 Medicinal Plants 720 Piedmont vs. Coastal Plain 70 World Deserts 725 Stream 80 Hawaii 730 Cycle of Fire 90 Garden Primeval 735 Sustainability 100 Plant Adaptation 740 Amphitheater 120 Children’s Garden 745 First Ladies Water Garden 130 The Tropics 750 Lawn Terrace 140 Southern Exposure

You may hang up and redial the tour at any time. During the tour, you can control the audio by pressing 1 to rewind the recording, 2 to pause/play the recording, or press # to skip the recording.

Normal fees apply to your call.

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BECOME A JUNIOR BOTANIST!

Visit the U.S. Botanic Garden and check out a Junior Botanist Adventure Kit. Your adventure will begin in the Garden Court and continue throughout the Conservatory. You will be challenged to use all of your senses to discover just how amazing plants really are. It often takes multiple visits to the Garden to complete all of the activities. Backpacks may be checked out by an adult with a picture ID. After your adventures, stop at our Visitor Desk to return the backpack and receive your Apprentice Junior Botanist badge. You will continue your botanic adventures at home with a trip to the grocery store and a walk around your neighborhood. Once all activities are completed, you will mail your booklet to our botanist for review. Upon successful completion of the activities, Junior Botanists will receive a certificate signed by our botanist, a field journal, an explorer’s lens, and an invitation for a behind-the-scenes tour of our greenhouses with our botanist. The program is free. Please note: Schools may complete all activities in one visit by assigning small groups to different rooms. Schools must reserve Junior Botanist kits in advance by contacting our Children’s Education Specialist at [email protected].

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EVERYONE IS WELCOME

The U.S. Botanic Garden strives to make its collection, programming, and facilities accessible to ensure a successful museum visit for all visitors. For additional information, please contact Maura Nelson, [email protected] or 202-226-1047.

Assisted Listening DevicesAssisted Listening Devices (headsets and receivers) are available upon request for all guided tours and public programs. The headsets are compatible with hearing aids.

Sensory-Friendly ProgramsQuarterly early openings provide access to individuals with cognitive and sensory processing disabilities by providing pre-visit materials, early entrance for registered participants, and a “Take a Break” space. Please contact [email protected] for more information.

Sign Language InterpretationIn cooperation with the Office of Congressional Accessibility Services, the U.S. Botanic Garden offers sign language interpretation upon request. If possible, please allow at least 5 business days advanced notice to schedule an interpreter.

Learn more at www.USBG.gov/Accessibility

Visitor GuidesThe U.S. Botanic Garden’s map and visitor guide are available in Braille and large print guides and may be picked up at the front desk upon request. The map and visitor guide is also available in Arabic, Chinese, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Russian, and Spanish.

WheelchairsThe Garden loans wheelchairs to our visitors as a courtesy on a first-come, first-served basis. A valid driver’s license or government-issued picture identification card is needed to borrow a wheelchair. Your ID will be returned to you when you return the wheelchair. Wheelchairs are to remain on U.S. Botanic Garden property.

Service AnimalsService dogs that are trained to work or perform tasks for an individual with a disability are welcome in all areas of the garden unless the dog poses a direct threat, is not housebroken, or is not under the control. Pets are not allowed on USBG grounds.


The National Fund for the United States Botanic Garden was initially established as a 501(c)3 in 1989 to fund and build the National Garden. The National Fund now supports the educational activities of the USBG, including the Hands On Plant Science (HOPS) summer program, the National Garden Internship, Landscape for Life, and D.C. Teachers Night.

Partners in EducationThe U.S. Botanic Garden and the National Fund for the United States Botanic Garden jointly sponsor public programs. Registration fees for programs are administered by the Fund. These fees allow the Garden to provide a range of educational programs, led by outstanding instructors and lecturers. Please consider becoming a Friend of the National Fund to help support the U.S. Botanic Garden’s many on-site educational programs and events.

Contributions are tax-deductible. Membership benefits are listed below:

FRIEND ($75 per year)• Complimentary admission for you

and your family to the Holiday Show Preview event

• Discounted registration fees for programs sponsored by the USBG

• National Fund Newsletter• Quarterly USBG Calendar of Events JUNIOR FRIEND (for First Friends under 40; $150 per year)All benefits listed previously plus:• Two complimentary admissions

to the spring Cocktails in the Garden event

FIRST FRIEND ($250 per year)All benefits listed previously

NATIONAL FRIEND ($500 per year)All benefits listed previously plus:• Two additional admissions (4 total)


CAPITOL FRIEND ($1,000 per year)All benefits listed previously plus:• Two additional admissions (6 total)


To learn more visit www.nfusbg.org

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About Registration • Class sizes are limited.

Early registration is recommended.• To register online for programs, go to

the U.S. Botanic Garden website at www.USBG.gov/Programs.

• To register by mail, complete the form and send to:

Registrar, U.S. Botanic Garden 245 First St SW

Washington, DC 20515

• To register by telephone with a credit card, call 202-225-1116.

• Registration fees must be paid in advance. Payment cannot be accepted at the door.

• The U.S. Botanic Garden reserves the right to substitute instructors or cancel programs when necessary.

• Registration fees will be refunded only in the case of program cancellation by the U.S. Botanic Garden.

USBG Program Registration Form Please print

Name: Mr. & Mrs./Mr./Ms./Dr.

Street Address

City State ZIP

Phone (Required) Daytime Evening

E-mail Address

Please indicate (X) I am a current FRIEND. I would like to become a FRIEND: $75 I would like to become a JUNIOR FRIEND: For First Friends under 40; $150 per year I would like to become a FIRST FRIEND: $250 I would like to become a NATIONAL FRIEND: $500 I would like to become a CAPITOL FRIEND: $1,000 I am not interested in membership at this time

Program Title # of Participants Fees FRIEND membership _____________________ Total Fees _____________________

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