Budding Gardeners: Plants in Outer Space

Did you know astronauts are growing fresh vegetables aboard the International Space Station? Discover the incredible science behind space gardening and learn how plants are helping shape the future of space exploration. Join us for an exciting Budding Gardeners program featuring Eddie Whisler, Director of Planetarium & Outreach Programming at MOSH. Eddie has spent the past 15 years developing innovative science experiences for audiences across Northeast Florida. A popular public speaker, he is passionate about making astronomy, space exploration, and science accessible, engaging, and inspiring for audiences of all ages. During this exciting program, Eddie will explore NASA’s Veggie space garden, the groundbreaking work taking place aboard the International Space Station, and the important contributions being made by the University of Florida’s UF/IFAS Space Lab. Young explorers will discover how scientists grow food in space, why plants are essential for future missions, and what it takes to create a garden beyond Earth. It’s a fun, educational adventure that combines gardening, science, and space exploration into one unforgettable experience. Come ready to imagine, learn, and launch into the amazing world of plants in outer space! Register Here!