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Connecticut Science Center, Make Fest

May 18 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm EDT

 THIS ANNUAL EVENT IS BLOOMING WITH FUN!

Join us at the Connecticut Science Center for an unforgettable day celebrating the bounty of Connecticut’s soil and the ingenuity of its people! We’re bringing together a vibrant community of local gardeners, farmers, makers, and artisans, each showcasing the best of what it means to grow healthy, smart, green, and local. Immerse yourself in a world of fascinating on-site demonstrations, eye-opening displays, and hands-on activities that promise to enlighten and entertain. In addition, our famous Plaza Plant Sale, open to the public, returns for a fourth year, bursting with various native and sustainable plants, fruits, and vegetables that you can take home at incredibly affordable prices. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with the heart of Connecticut’s growing agriculture scene.

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FAMILY ACTIVITIES:

  • Featured local makers and artisans
  • Family gardening activities
  • Plant & Flower Sale
  • Engaging LIVE Science Demonstrations
  • And more!

PLAZA PLANT SALE:

Open to the public! Our huge plant sale will feature various native and sustainable plants at affordable prices. Explore our beautiful gardens on our plaza for inspiration and receive expert advice from some Connecticut Master Gardeners who will be on hand to help and answer questions. Various plants will be available to take home so you can start a new garden or build up your existing one. Sale includes but is not limited to:

  • Locally grown vegetables
  • Grasses
  • Butterfly and pollinator plants
  • Flowers
  • Ground covers

Details

Date:
May 18
Time:
11:00 am - 3:00 pm EDT
Website:
https://ctsciencecenter.org/events/

Venue

Connecticut Science Center
250 Columbus Boulevard
Hartford, CT 06103
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Phone
(860) 724-3623
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