Carver Day
October 17, 2009
10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Learn of the trials, tribulations, and ultimate triumph of Dr. George Washington Carver, internationally renowned scientist, educator, and humanitarian born into slavery in Diamond Grove, Missouri, in 1865.

Join Dr. Carver (as portrayed by Paxton Williams) for a stroll around the Carver Garden and learn about the native plants and flowers that inspired him. Dr. Carver will also discuss how art, nature, music, and poetry influenced his scientific endeavors — and taught him valuable lessons about the human condition.

Dr. Carver will be joined by a Garden Educator on each walk. You will also have the chance to explore your own creativity just as George Washington Carver did!

Schedule of Events
10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Teachers take a stroll to the Carver Garden
with “Dr. Carver”
Reservations required by October 14
e-mail:  Tracie.Cain@mobot.org

10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
A Weed is a Flower: The Life of George Washington Carver
Reading performed on the hour in the Carver Garden

10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Modern Marvels Tech: George Washington Carver
45 minute documentary in the Shoenberg Theater

12:30 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Public tour of the Carver Garden with “Dr. Carver”
Reservations required by October 14
e-mail:  Julia.Gaussoin@mobot.org

2 p.m.
New Sunny Mount Baptist Chancel Choir performance in Shoenberg Theater.

Special Lunch Menu
The Garden's cafe, Sassafras, will offer a special menu in honor of Dr. Carver on October 17.

Carver Monte Cristo Sandwich
with a Side of Sweet Potato Fries.....$6.95

Peanut Butter Brownies.....$1.25

Apple Sweet Potato and
Pumpkin Bisque .....$3.25