Virtual 50th Anniversary Briefing: The History of Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
How did a longtime waterfront homeowner change the future of Sarasota, and advance the science of botany around the world? Learn all this and more, as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of Marie Selby Botanical Gardens. This program will span five decades from Marie Selby’s original vision for a sanctuary on Sarasota Bay, to the world-class botanical garden that we are today. We will explore the origins, early development and innovative programs that frame our history and document our achievements. Please join us for this illustrated virtual program hosted by V.P. for Regional History John McCarthy, at noon on June 26th, 2024.