Community Engagement

Native Californian Elderberry Flute-making Workshop

Learn how to make and play an elderberry flute with East Bay Regional Parks docent Antonio Flores! All materials will be supplied.

Native Californian Elderberry Flute-making Workshop

Learn how to make and play an elderberry flute with East Bay Regional Parks docent Antonio Flores who will talk about the craft and culture of Native Californian flute making as well as the endangered elderberry beetle. All materials will be supplied.

Photo of people in the Shield's Oak Grove learning about oak galls at an event called Oak Discovery Day.

UC Davis Biodiversity Museum Day

Go behind the scenes to explore and engage with scientists and students as you learn about the diversity of life right here on campus from 12 different university museums at this popular, all-ages open house event.

Feb 15, 2020 @ 9:00am - 1:00pm
Learn More on the Biodiversity Museum Day website
Peter Shields Oak Grove
Event Details

Photo of people at the biodiversity museum day

UC Davis Biodiversity Museum Day

Go behind the scenes to explore and engage with scientists and students as you learn about the diversity of life right here on campus from 12 different university museums at this popular, all-ages open house event. Students representing the UC Davis Arboretum and Public Garden will be at the Good Life Garden from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Feb 16, 2019 @ 9:00am - 4:00pm
Learn More on the Biodiversity Museum Day website
Various Locations Throughout Campus
Event Details

Natural Tie-Dye

Want to learn how to dye fabric sustainably? Bring one white item you want to tie-dye: t-shirt, socks, shorts, pillow-case, you name it! The Arboretum Ambassadors will help you tie-dye and explain how to make the plant- and food-based, eco-friendly dyes.