We tell the unheard stories of plants and their contributions to culture and society. Through themes typically not considered, these stories are told by combining the past, present, and future role of plants in shaping our lives. For upcoming exhibits, contact us to reserve a spot on our interest list.
Exhibits
Hortication’s traveling exhibits are designed to spark challenging thought and intellectual conversations in your garden.
Horticulture, Hooch and Outlaws in Fast Cars
Digging Up NASCAR’s Southern Roots
How did plants create one of the South’s most recognizable sports industries? Find out in our premier exhibit.
Plantology: Superhero Careers
STEMming From the Roots of Plants
Students are encouraged to explore careers on the cutting edge of nature and STEM in this comic-book-inspired exhibit.
Plants, Law & Society – From Invasives to Hallucinogenics
The dark side of plant collecting
In the plant trade, competition for rare specimens can drive collectors to do risky or illegal things for certain species. Plant poaching and invasive species can have serious consequences. Learn about them in this fascinating exhibit.
Coming Soon
The ‘Greening’ of the Military
Plants & the armed forces
They may blend in as a backdrop for the action of battle, but plants have revolutionized modern warfare- inspiring technology from camouflage patterns to biological weapons and explosives detection. Learn about it all in this new exhibit.
Coming Soon