Gardens of the Future: 2023 HGF Symposium

Sustainability. Accessibility. Staffing. Energy Efficiency. Collections. Climate Change.  Whether you’re a small garden or large garden, these are just some of the popular topics of conversation as we consider the role of public gardens in a changing world. How do public gardens move forward as well-rounded organizations that demonstrate best practices and innovative ideas with a grounding in science? Join us at the Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens on September 27-28 for a fun-filled, engaging, and thought-provoking symposium. Meet old friends and new as we work together to create the Gardens of the Future!   

General registration includes:
Breakfast and lunch on Wednesday and Thursday
Dinner on Wednesday
Morning tours (please select tours during registration)
 
When
9/27/2023 - 9/28/2023

Program

Tuesday, 26 September 2023

Description
Public Gardens As Sentinels Against Invasive Plants Workshop
Time
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
2:00 PM

Wednesday, 27 September 2023

Description
Wednesday Facilities Tour
Join us for a behind the scenes tour of the facilities department at Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Garden! This optional tour is included in your registration and will be the same on both days, but we ask attendees to choose which day to attend each tour.
Wednesday Horticulture Tour
Join us for a behind the scenes tour of the horticulture department at Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Garden. This optional tour is included in your registration and will be the same on both days, but we ask attendees to choose which day to attend each tour.

Thursday, 28 September 2023

Description
Thursday Facilities Tour
Join us for a behind the scenes tour of the facilities department at Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Garden. This optional tour is included in your registration and will be the same on both days, but we ask attendees to choose which day to attend each tour.
Thursday Horticulture Tour
Join us for a behind the scenes tour of the horticulture department at Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Garden. This optional tour is included in your registration and will be the same on both days, but we ask attendees to choose which day to attend each tour.

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