Join us for one or all free talks in this series! In anticipation of America's 250th anniversary, we invite you to join us for talks that examine our country's road to revolution and then independence. Presentations will be hosted by the Environmental Archaeology Lab and take place in person in SERC's 1735 Woodlawn History Center. Come for the talk and stay for the exhibits in this historic home. 

This is a family-friendly event. Anyone 12 years and older is welcome to attend, whether you are passionate about archaeology or just looking to learn something new! We ask that all minors (anyone under the age of 18) be accompanied by an adult. 

Registration is encouraged, but not required. By registering, you help us plan ahead of time.

The space is set-up with 35 foldable chairs, benches, and some standing space as well. Register today on Signup Genius

Topics:

• January 4: Maryland on the Eve of the Seven Years' War
• February 1: The French & Indian War (1754-1763)
• March 1: The French & Indian War, Part 2
• April 12: Parliament and Taxes (1764-1774)
• May 3: Topic TBD

Interested in creating a Homegrown National Park? Not sure why it matters, how to begin…or what a “Homegrown National Park” even is? On April 15, Master Naturalist and Watershed Steward Alison Milligan will explain how this grassroots movement is bringing the life-preserving powers of national parks to communities across the country. She’ll outline how they can solve common landscaping problems while protecting the watershed, restoring biodiversity and adding value to your home. Using plants native to the Mid-Atlantic, she’ll walk through multiple before-and-after examples that illustrate the beauty of native flora and fauna. Part of the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center’s 60th anniversary webinar series.

This event will be hosted entirely online, and it will be recorded! Closed captions will be available at the live event and on the recording. By signing up on Zoom, you'll be able to watch live and receive a link to the recording a few days after the event.

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See past and upcoming science talks