October 1st, 2014 - June 30th, 2016 | PROJECT
John J. Tyler Arboretum will develop visitor programming that will provide educational opportunities in its Edible Garden Center focused on the benefits of growing and eating fresh fruits and vegetables. The center will include a food gardening exhibit that addresses urban gardening issues such as raised beds, container gardens, rooftop gardening, holistic sustainable gardening practices and technologies, and traditional vegetable gardening techniques. Cooking demonstrations, healthy eating programs, and dedicated gardening activities will allow for hands-on learning about health and sustainability. The garden will also include a play space for children, art performances and art installations to create a visitor experience that is dynamic, educational and forward-thinking.
Project Website(s)
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Team Members
Amy Mawby, Principal Investigator, John J. Tyler ArboretumFunders
Funding Source: IMLS
Funding Program: Museums for America
Award Number: MA-10-14-0328-14
Funding Amount: $146,609
Tags
Audience: Elementary School Children (6-10) | General Public | Museum | ISE Professionals
Discipline: Ecology | forestry | agriculture | Health and medicine | Life science
Resource Type: Project Descriptions
Environment Type: Exhibitions | Park | Outdoor | Garden Programs | Parks | Outdoor | Garden Exhibits | Public Programs