^{Activities, events and times subject to change.}

Get ready as we dive headfirst into Earth Day festivities, brimming with fun nature-inspired projects, inspiring demonstrations, and experiments.

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WHATS HAPPENING

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Tree Sapling Giveaway donated by Trees for Houston: Celebrate Earth Day by planting a tree of your own at the Live Tree Giveaway by Trees for Houston, where you can take home a tree to help grow a greener, healthier community!

When: From 9 am until supplies last at the Museum Entrance

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Seed Starters: Get your hands messy as you craft your own little wildflower seed bomb to help brighten up the world with nature’s beauty!

When: From 10 am to 2 pm in EcoStation

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Recycled Bracelets: Learn how to make a meaningful accessory using repurposed materials that support sustainability!

When: From 10 am to 2 pm in EcoStation

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Clay Pots and Tissue Paper Flowers by KidCreate Studios: Craft colorful clay pots and vibrant tissue paper flowers with KidCreate Studios in celebration of Earth Day!

^{30 minute sessions. Limit 10 per workshop ages 4+. Sign up outside Maker Lab one hour before each workshop.}

When: At Noon, 12:45, 1:30 & 2:15 pm in Chevron Maker Annex

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Ant Talks: Join Scott Solomon, a biosciences professor at Rice University, for fascinating ant talks and explore the microscopic world of fungus-farming ants where you’ll learn about the unique relationship between ants and fungi—an ancient agricultural practice that dates back 66 million years!

When: 11 am & 1 pm in Brown Auditorium

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HAPPENING ALL DAY

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Wooden Planter Boxes: Build your own unique planter box, perfect for growing plants and cultivating your green thumbs!

When: From 9 to 11 am and 3 to 5 pm in Maker Annex