Bubbling Cauldrons Soiree
Dress to impress – but not to kill – and join us at the Garden for an unforgettable Halloween event discovering the world of poisonous plants! BRIT botanist and messenger of death, Barney Lipscomb, will deliver a dramatic and engaging presentation on the cultural, historical, and mythological aspects of poisonous plants past and present. You’ll also get to explore curated poison paraphernalia including a mid-19th century English Apothecary Chest, a “poison cabinet” (a 16th-century book turned into a secret hideaway for poisonous plants), related collections from our herbarium and library, and the ongoing exhibition, Perilous Poisonous Plants. Enjoy killer drinks and food to die for amid the thematic decor. Peek inside the cauldron for an evening of fun and learning about the dangerous beauty of plants. Registration includes Garden admission for the day—we encourage you to explore the Garden before the event!
*Must be at least 21 years old. Don your spookiest Halloween costume and don’t forget your valid photo-ID (yes, it is required).
Friday, October 25, 2024 (6:00-8:00pm)
Registration closes October 20.
$65/Adult or $50/Member Adult
Materials: All materials provided. Don’t forget your valid photo-ID!
Location: Check-in at Botanical Research Institute of Texas building / Park in main lot
Instructor: Barney L. Lipscomb is an editor, writer, public speaker and researcher with over 30 scientific publications who is passionate about sharing his enthusiasm and expert knowledge about plants with countless nonscientists and scientists alike. For more information about Barney in his roles as the Director of BRIT Press and Library and the Leonhardt Chair of Texas Botany, click here.
Inclement Weather: N/A
**An email with class details will be sent to all registered guests the day after the registration deadline. To be sure our emails always make it to your inbox, please add the FWBG.org domain to your email whitelist. (Click here for a quick how-to)
Bubbling Cauldrons Soiree
Dress to impress – but not to kill – and join us at the Garden for an unforgettable Halloween event discovering the world of poisonous plants! BRIT botanist and messenger of death, Barney Lipscomb, will deliver a dramatic and engaging presentation on the cultural, historical, and mythological aspects of poisonous plants past and present. You’ll also get to explore curated poison paraphernalia including a mid-19th century English Apothecary Chest, a “poison cabinet” (a 16th-century book turned into a secret hideaway for poisonous plants), related collections from our herbarium and library, and the ongoing exhibition, Perilous Poisonous Plants. Enjoy killer drinks and food to die for amid the thematic decor. Peek inside the cauldron for an evening of fun and learning about the dangerous beauty of plants. Registration includes Garden admission for the day—we encourage you to explore the Garden before the event!
*Must be at least 21 years old. Don your spookiest Halloween costume and don’t forget your valid photo-ID (yes, it is required).
Friday, October 25, 2024 (6:00-8:00pm)
Registration closes October 20.
$65/Adult or $50/Member Adult
Materials: All materials provided. Don’t forget your valid photo-ID!
Location: Check-in at Botanical Research Institute of Texas building / Park in main lot
Instructor: Barney L. Lipscomb is an editor, writer, public speaker and researcher with over 30 scientific publications who is passionate about sharing his enthusiasm and expert knowledge about plants with countless nonscientists and scientists alike. For more information about Barney in his roles as the Director of BRIT Press and Library and the Leonhardt Chair of Texas Botany, click here.
Inclement Weather: N/A
**An email with class details will be sent to all registered guests the day after the registration deadline. To be sure our emails always make it to your inbox, please add the FWBG.org domain to your email whitelist. (Click here for a quick how-to)
