Peter Wyse Jackson Distinguished Lecture on Global Plant Conservation
5:15 p.m. | Networking Reception
6 p.m. | Lecture
Join us for the first annual Peter Wyse Jackson Distinguished Lecture on Global Plant Conservation. The inaugural speaker, Dr. Lucy Sutherland has been the Director of the National Botanic Garden of Wales since 2022. She previously served in several leadership roles for botanical institutions in Australia.
Hear from Dr. Sutherland and Garden President Emeritus Dr. Peter Wyse Jackson for a public discussion of the role of botanical gardens in global biodiversity conservation, the power of partnerships, and the importance of international collaboration.
Before the lecture, enjoy a networking reception with complimentary refreshments and an opportunity to meet Garden scientists working to protect plants in our region and across the globe.
This free event is open to the public. Registration is required.
REGISTER HERE>
The Missouri Botanical Garden is committed to providing an inclusive environment by ensuring that the Garden and our events are accessible to everyone.For accessibility accommodations such as American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation, assisted listening devices, braille or large print handouts, and audio description when applicable, please contact (314) 577-5100 or [email protected] at least two weeks prior to the event (if possible).
Manual wheelchairs, motorized scooters, and strollers are available upon request. Wheelchair rental is free. Learn more about accessibility at the Garden.
6 p.m. | Lecture
Join us for the first annual Peter Wyse Jackson Distinguished Lecture on Global Plant Conservation. The inaugural speaker, Dr. Lucy Sutherland has been the Director of the National Botanic Garden of Wales since 2022. She previously served in several leadership roles for botanical institutions in Australia.
Hear from Dr. Sutherland and Garden President Emeritus Dr. Peter Wyse Jackson for a public discussion of the role of botanical gardens in global biodiversity conservation, the power of partnerships, and the importance of international collaboration.
Before the lecture, enjoy a networking reception with complimentary refreshments and an opportunity to meet Garden scientists working to protect plants in our region and across the globe.
This free event is open to the public. Registration is required.
REGISTER HERE>
The Missouri Botanical Garden is committed to providing an inclusive environment by ensuring that the Garden and our events are accessible to everyone.For accessibility accommodations such as American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation, assisted listening devices, braille or large print handouts, and audio description when applicable, please contact (314) 577-5100 or [email protected] at least two weeks prior to the event (if possible).
Manual wheelchairs, motorized scooters, and strollers are available upon request. Wheelchair rental is free. Learn more about accessibility at the Garden.