Beneath the Bark: A Microscopic Journey

Join Keep Omaha Beautiful to explore the inner world of trees like never before! In this hands-on activity, zoom in on leaves, seeds, bark, and roots under microscopes that attach to your cell phone. Capture and take home your own digital photos as you explore these tree parts up close! 

You’ll learn about the important roles each part plays to keep trees healthy and thriving. Discover the incredible diversity of Nebraska’s native trees, and learn about the unique elements that help trees to grow and survive. Whether you’re examining the veins in a leaf or the texture of bark, you’ll be amazed by the tiny world right before your eyes.

 Perfect for curious minds of all ages, “Beneath the Bark” will leave you with a new appreciation for the trees all around us!

Who: Everyone

Where: 345 Riverfront Drive

When: February 21  // 11AM

Cost: Event is FREE with the cost of daily admission (or Membership).