(US) (Institute for Applied Ecology)The 2026 National Native Seed Conference is dedicated to the science, practice, and policy of producing and effectively using native seed. Join us for this two-day virtual conference designed to: Provide opportunities for attendees to explore new ideas Share success stories and lessons learned Connect and collaborate with colleagues across the country
(DC) (Smithsonian Natural History Museum) Celebrate the vast and varied insect world through the pages of early natural history books from the Smithsonian Libraries and Archives. Dazzling Diversity provides a glimpse into the wealth of recorded scientific knowledge in these books, and the continuing relevance of historical science to contemporary biodiversity research. It offers a snapshot of different classes of ...
(DC) (Smithsonian Natural History Museum) Artificial lights have become such common nighttime fixtures that we take them for granted. But what do brighter nights mean for people and wildlife? The effects of light pollution go beyond our diminishing view of the stars, but the solutions can have an immediate impact. Through over 100 photographs, nearly 250 objects, interactive experiences, tactile ...
(DC) (US Botanic Garden) Join us at the U.S. Botanic Garden Conservatory for the 19th annual D.C. Teachers' Night. Connect with D.C. area environmental education organizations and find ways to get your students learning about the natural world and how to bring the environment into the classroom! Learn from an amazing community about field trip experiences, professional development opportunities, and resources. ...
