Nashville Native Plant Symposium

warner park nature center  |  march 22, 2025
This is a picture of a butterfly on a plant. The butterfly is a monarch butterfly, which is a species that is endangered in North America.

Growing Knowledge, Cultivating Change

Join the Nashville Native Plant Symposium to explore the transformative power of native plants in fostering ecological health. Learn from experts, connect with the community, and take action for a sustainable future.

The 1st Annual Symposium will be held on March 22, 2025 at the Warner Park Nature Center, a hub for environmental education and conservation in Nashville.

Event Highlights

One-Day Educational Meeting: Saturday, March 22, 2025
Learn from leading experts about the benefits and applications of native plants

Morning Session

    • Registration and refreshments
    • Welcome and Keynote with author and “Sidewalk Naturalist”, Joanna Brichetto
    • Facilitated educational sessions

Lunch

Afternoon Session

    • Roundtable discussions with local native plant experts
    • Closing remarks and networking social

Optional Half-Day Field Excursion: Sunday, March 23, 2025
Explore local ecosystems and see native plants in action. 

About the Symposium

The Nashville Native Plant Symposium brings together native plant professionals, non-profits, and home gardeners to explore the transformative role of native plants in promoting ecological health across our city and region.

This collaborative event fosters meaningful connections and shared knowledge in a welcoming, partnership-focused environment, inspiring collective action for a sustainable future.

Questions? Please reach out to Vera Roberts at vera.roberts@nashville.gov or 615-862-8555.

 

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