“Cultivating Hope: Plants and Indigenous Knowledge” Plant Exhibition Tour

Event details Date: Thursday, August 6, 2026 Time: 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM Location: Brian C. Nevin Welcome Center - 124 Comstock Knoll Road, Ithaca, NY 14850 Type: Exhibits Department: Cornell Botanic Gardens Contact: Kara Peet | knp34@cornell.edu | 607-254-3263 About this event Join us to explore plants that are deeply connected to Indigenous cultures and discover how relationships rooted in respect, reciprocity, and responsibility have sustained both people and the natural world for generations and continue to do so today. Through stories shared along the way, this guided tour invites you to reflect on how Indigenous Knowledge can inspire hope, connection, and a more reciprocal relationship with the living world. Tours are offered rain or shine but may be cancelled in the event of severe or hazardous weather. Please come prepared with sunscreen, a hat, water, and rain gear, as needed. Fee: Free; donations welcome. Pre-registration is not required. Instructors: Volunteer + LxL Student + Staff Garden Guides Location: Meet at the Nevin Welcome Center Additional tour dates will be announced soon! Official event details: https://events.cornell.edu/event/cultivating-hope-tour